6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
lWhen parking, the system automatically switches to outside air mode to encourage better air circulation throughout the vehicle,
helping to reduce odors that occur when starting the vehicle.
n Air conditioning filter �P. 532
n Air conditioning system refrigerant
lA label regarding the refrigerant of the air conditioning system is
attached to the hood at the location shown in the following illustration.
lThe meaning of each symbol on the label are as follows:
Caution
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricant type
Requires registered technician to service air conditioning system
Flammable refrigerant nNoise from air conditioning system
Approximately 90 seconds after the power switch turned to off, you may hear sound coming from air conditioning system. This is the sound of
a air conditioning system initialize and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
nCustomization
Some functions can be customized.( Customizable features: �P. 618)
WARNING
n To prevent the windshield defogger from operating improperly
lDo not use the windshield defogger switch 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.
lDo not place anything on the instrument panel which may cover the air outlets. Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing the windshield defoggers from defogging.
n To prevent burns
lDo not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on.
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Interior features