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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior features
Right and left side outlets
Open the vent.
Close the vent.
nUsing the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for
an extended period.
n When outside air temperature approaches 32°F (0°C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when
is pressed.
n When
is selected for the air outlets used
For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flow-
ing to the upper body depending on the position of the temperature adjust-
ment dial.
CAUTION
n To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not set the air outlet selection dial to during cool air operation in
extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the
outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the
windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.

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3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
nIlluminated entry system
When the interior light switch is in the DOOR position, the interior light auto-
matically turns on/off according to whether the doors are locked/unlocked
and whether the doors are open/closed and the engine switch position.
n To prevent the battery from being discharged
If the interior light remains on when the door is not fully closed and the inte-
rior light switch is in the DOOR position, the light will go off automatically
after 20 minutes.
n Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 363)
Interior light (→P. 205)
Personal lights ( →P. 205)

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3-5. Other interior features
3
Interior features
Clock
Vehicles with tachometerPress and hold the clock reset button to enter the adjust-
ment mode for the clock.
Press the clock reset button to adjust the hours.
After adjusting the hours, wait 5 seconds to allow the hours to be
automatically input.
Press the clock reset button to adjust the minutes.
After adjusting the minutes, wait 5 seconds to allow the minutes to
be automatically input and then return to normal mode.

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nThe clock is displayed when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
n When disconnecting and reco nnecting battery terminals
The time display will automatically be set to 1:00.
n Adjusting to a full hour (vehicles without tachometer)
If you press the clock reset button, the minute values will be rounded to the
nearest hour. So, minute values from “:00” to “:29” are rounded down, and
values from “:30” to “:59” are rounded up.*
*: e.g.
1:00 to 1:29 → 1:00
1:30 to 1:59 → 2:00
Vehicles without tachometer
Press and hold the clock reset button to enter the adjust-
ment mode for the clock.
Press the clock reset button to adjust the minutes.
After adjusting the minutes, wait 5 seconds to allow the minutes to
be automatically input.
Press the clock reset button to adjust the hours.
After adjusting the hours, wait 5 seconds to allow the hours to be
automatically input and then return to normal mode.

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3-5. Other interior features
3
Interior features
Luggage compartment features
nRemoving the auxiliary boxes
The auxiliary boxes can be removed by following the procedure below.
n Auxiliary boxes
Turn the knobs to the
UNLOCK position.
Lift the deck board.
After lowering the deck board,
turn the knobs to the LOCK
position.
Turn the knobs to the UNLOCK posi-
tion.
Remove the auxiliary boxes.
When reinstall the auxiliary boxes, turn
the knobs to the LOCK position.

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nRemoving the luggage cover
The luggage cover can be removed by following the procedure below.
CAUTION
nCaution while driving
Keep the auxiliary boxes closed and locked. Injuries may result in the event
of an accident or sudden braking.
Unhook the cords.
Remove the cover out of the retainers.
Remove the luggage cover from the seat-
back.

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4-2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. ( →P. 247)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( →P. 246)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( →P. 244)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( →P. 240)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
→P. 246)
Washer fluid At the correct level? ( →P. 250)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

230 4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism • Can the vehicle be hold securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clear-
ance and correct amount of free
play?
Brakes • Not pull to one side when
applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Clutch pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have correct amount of
free play?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brake • Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts • Does the seat belt system oper-
ate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats • Do the seat controls operate
properly?

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
Steering wheel
• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
ItemsCheck points
Door • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Tire • Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
n If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.
ItemsCheck points

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Hood
CAUTION
nPre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the hood catch lever
and lift the hood.
Hold the hood open by insert-
ing the supporting rod into the
slot.