Instruments and controls/Heated Steering Wheel system
Heated Steering Wheel system (if equipped)
The Heated Steering Wheel system is a
function that warms the surface temperature of the steering wheel at the constant
temperature.
Pull the Heated Steering Wheel switch to
warm the steering wheel when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position. Then, the
indicator light on the switch will illuminate.
CAUTION
. If you use the Heated Steering
Wheel system without the engine
running, the battery voltage may
drop below the permissible level
and it may not be possible to
start the engine.
. There is a possibility that people
with delicate skin may suffer
slight burns even at low temperatures if they use the Heated
Steering Wheel for a long period
of time. When using the Heated
Steering Wheel, always be sure
to warn the persons concerned.
. Do not cover the Heated Steering
Wheel with an object such as a
steering wheel cover. Doing so
may cause the Heated Steering
Wheel to overheat.
NOTE
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Heated Steering Wheel switch
Indicator light
Heated area
Pull the switch again to turn the Heated
Steering Wheel system off manually. The
indicator light will turn off.
. If the surface temperature of the
steering wheel is approximately above
1048F (408C) when the switch is turned
on, the system will not heat the steering wheel. Then, the indicator light will
continue to illuminate.
. The Heated Steering Wheel system
is equipped with a 30-minute timer. The
3-119
system will automatically turn off approximately 30 minutes after the switch
has been turned on.