air conditioning TOYOTA xB 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning as well as other interior features for a
comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and Windshield wipers
Headlight switch .................. 138
Windshield wipers and washer ....................... 141
Rear window wiper and washer ....................... 144
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 146
Driving assist systems ........ 150
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 155
Vehicle load limits ............... 160
Winter driving tips ............... 161
Trailer towing ...................... 166
Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) .................... 167
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) .................... 168
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system ....... 172
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 178 3-2. Using the audio system
Using the AUX port/USB port........................... 179
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 180
Using the microphone ........ 181
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 182
• Interior light ...................... 183
• Personal lights.................. 183
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 185
• Glove box ......................... 186
• Console box ..................... 187
• Cup holders ...................... 188
• Auxiliary box ..................... 190
• Bottle holders ................... 191
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors........................... 192
Vanity mirrors ..................... 193
Clock .................................. 194
Outside temperature display .............................. 195
Power outlet ....................... 196
Coat hooks ......................... 197
Assist grips ......................... 198
Floor mat ............................ 199
Luggage compartment features ............................ 201
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 204
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 207
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 210
General maintenance ......... 212
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 216
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 217
Hood................................... 220
Positioning a floor jack ....... 222
Engine compartment .......... 224
Tires ................................... 238
Tire inflation pressure......... 246
Wheels ............................... 250
Air conditioning filter ........... 253
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 256
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 258
Light bulbs .......................... 268 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 280
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................... 281
If you think something is wrong ............................ 288
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 289
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 290
If you have a flat tire ........... 303
If the engine will not start .................................. 317
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (automatic
transmission) .................... 318
If you lose your keys ........... 319
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 320
If your vehicle overheats..... 324
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 327
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................... 329
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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Rear window defogger switch P. 178Air conditioning system
P. 172
Emergency flasher switch P. 280
: If equipped

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system .... 172
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 178
3-2. Using the audio system Using the AUX port/USB port ........................ 179
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 180
Using the microphone ...... 181 3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 182
• Interior light .................... 183
• Personal lights ............... 183
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 185
• Glove box....................... 186
• Console box ................... 187
• Cup holders ................... 188
• Auxiliary box .................. 190
• Bottle holders ................. 191
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 192
Vanity mirrors ................... 193
Clock ................................ 194
Outside temperature display............................ 195
Power outlet ..................... 196
Coat hooks ....................... 197
Assist grips....................... 198
Floor mat .......................... 199
Luggage compartment features .......................... 201

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Air conditioning system
Fan speed control knob
Air outlet selector knob
Outside/recirculated air mode button Cooling and dehumidification
function on/off buttonTemperature control knob

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Adjusting the settings
■ Basic setting
To turn on the air conditioning system and adjust the fan
speed, turn the fan speed control knob clockwise (increase) or
counterclockwise (decrease).
Turning the knob to “0” turns off the fan.
To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature control
knob clockwise (warm) or counterclockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air
or heated air.
To select the air outlets, set th e air outlet selector knob to the
desired position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can
also be selected for more delicate adjustment.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
Air flows to the feet.

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Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the switch is
on.
Pressing to turn the cooling
and dehumidification function on
clears the windshield and side
windows faster.
Air flows to the windshield and
side windows.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the switch is
on.
Pressing to turn the cooling
and dehumidification function on
clears the windshield and side
windows faster.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (introduces air from out-
side the vehicle) (indicator off) and recirculated air mode (recycles air
inside the vehicle) (indicator on) each time the button is pressed.

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Adjusting the position of the air outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.
When defrosting the side win-
dows, face the right and left side
outlets toward them.
Opening and closing the air outlets Open the vent.
Close the vent.