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 When using the phonebook Phonebook data cannot be transferred manually/automatically. The profile version of the connected cellular phone may not be compatible with transferring phonebook data.  For a list of specific devices which operation has been confirmed on this system, check with your Toyota dealer or the following web- site: http://www.toyota.com/entune/enside.html

Automatic phonebook transfer function on this system is set to off.  Set automatic phonebook transfer function on this system to on.

(P. 399)

Passcode has not been entered on the cellular phone.  Enter the passcode on the cellular phone if requested (default pass-

code: 1234).

Transfer operation on the cellular phone has not completed.  Complete transfer operation on the cellular phone (approve trans-

fer operation on the phone).

Phonebook data cannot be edited. Automatic phonebook transfer function on this system is set to on.  Set automatic phonebook transfer function on this system to off.

(P. 399)

 When using the Bluetooth® message function Messages cannot be viewed. Message transfer is not enabled on the cellular phone.  Enable message transfer on the cellular phone (approve message

transfer on the phone).

Automatic transfer function on this system is set to off.  Set automatic transfer function on this system to on. (P. 406) New message notifications are not displayed. Notification of SMS/MMS/E-mail reception on this system is set to off.  Set notification of SMS/MMS/E-mail reception on this system to on.

(P. 406)

Automatic message transfer function is not enabled on the cellular phone.  Enable automatic transfer function on the cellular phone.

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 In other situations Even though all conceivable measures have been taken, the symptom sta- tus does not change. The cellular phone is not close enough to this system.  Bring the cellular phone closer to this system. The cellular phone is the most likely cause of the symptom.  Turn the cellular phone off, remove and reinstall the battery pack,  Enable the cellular phone’s Bluetooth® connection.  Stop the cellular phone’s security software and close all applica-

and then restart the cellular phone.

 Before using an application installed on the cellular phone, care- fully check its source and how its operation might affect this sys- tem.

tions.

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Bluetooth®

■When using the Bluetooth® audio system

●In the following conditions, the system may not function.

• If the portable audio player is turned off • If the portable audio player is not connected • If the portable audio player’s battery is low

●There may be a delay if a cellular phone connection is made during

Bluetooth® audio play.

●Depending on the type of portable audio player that is connected to the sys- tem, operation may differ slightly and certain functions may not be available.

■When using the hands-free system

●The audio system is muted when making a call. ●If both parties speak at the same time, it may be difficult to hear. ●If the received call volume is overly loud, an echo may be heard.

If the Bluetooth® phone is too close to the system, quality of the sound may deteriorate and connection status may deteriorate.

●In the following circumstances, it may be difficult to hear the other party:

• When driving on unpaved roads • When driving at high speeds • If a roof or window is open • If the air conditioning is blowing directly on the microphone • If there is interference from the network of the cellular phone

■Conditions under which the system will not operate

●If using a cellular phone that does not support Bluetooth® ●If the cellular phone is turned off ●If you are outside of cellular phone service coverage ●If the cellular phone is not connected ●If the cellular phone’s battery is low ●When outgoing calls are controlled, due to heavy traffic on telephone lines,

etc.

●When the cellular phone itself cannot be used ●When transferring contact data from the cellular phone

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■Bluetooth® antenna

The antenna is built into the display. If the portable audio player is behind the seat or in the glove box or console box, or is touching or covered by metal objects, the connection status may deteriorate. If the cellular phone is behind the seat or in the console box, or touching or covered by metal objects, the connection status may deteriorate.

■Battery charge/signal status

●This display may not correspond exactly with the portable audio player or

cellular phone itself.

●This system does not have a charging function. ●The portable audio player or cellular phone battery will be depleted quickly

when the device is connected to Bluetooth®.

■When using the Bluetooth® audio and hands-free system at the same

time The following problems may occur. ●The Bluetooth® audio connection may be interrupted. ●Noise may be heard during Bluetooth® audio playback.

■About the contact in this system

The following data is stored for every registered cellular phone. When another phone is connecting, you cannot read the registered data. ●Contact data ●Call history ●Favorite ●Message When removing a Bluetooth® phone from the system, the above-mentioned data is also deleted.

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■Compatible models

The Bluetooth® audio system supports portable audio players with the follow- ing specifications ●Bluetooth® specifications:

Ver. 2.0, or higher (Recommended: Ver. 3.0+EDR or higher)

●Profiles:

• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Ver. 1.0, or higher

(Recommended: Ver. 1.2 or higher) This is a profile to transmit stereo audio or high quality sound to the audio system.

• AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher

(Recommended: Ver. 1.4 or higher) This is a profile to allow remote control the A/V equipment.

However, please note that some functions may be limited depending on the type of portable audio player connected. The hands-free system supports cellular phones with the following specifica- tions. ●Bluetooth® specification:

Ver. 2.0 or higher (Recommended: Ver. 3.0+EDR or higher)

●Profiles:

• HFP (Hands Free Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher (Recommended: Ver. 1.6 or

higher) This is a profile to allow hands-free phone calls using a cellular phone or head set. It has outgoing and incoming call functions.

• OPP (Object Push Profile) Ver. 1.1 or higher (Recommended: Ver. 1.2)

This is a profile to transfer contact data. When a Bluetooth® compatible cellular phone has both PBAP and OPP, OPP cannot be used.

• PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) Ver. 1.0 or higher (Recommended:

Ver. 1.1) This is a profile to transfer contact data.

• MAP (Message Access Profile) Ver.1.0 or higher

This is a profile to using phone message.

If the cellular phone does not support HFP, you cannot register it with the hands-free system. OPP, PBAP or MAP services must be selected individu- ally.

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■Certification

NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION: Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). Co-location: This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

■Reconnecting the portable audio player

If the portable audio player is disconnected due to poor reception, the system automatically reconnects the portable audio player. If you have switched off the portable audio player yourself, follow the instruc- tions below to reconnect: ●Select the portable audio player again ●Enter the portable audio player

■When you sell your car

Be sure to delete your personal data. (P. 346)

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WARNING

■While driving

Do not use the portable audio player, cellular phone or connect a device to the Bluetooth® system.

■Caution regarding interference with electronic devices

●Your audio unit is fitted with Bluetooth® antennas. People with implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization therapy-pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators should maintain a reasonable dis- tance between themselves and the Bluetooth® antennas. The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices.

●Before using Bluetooth® devices, users of any electrical medical device other than implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization therapy-pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators should con- sult the manufacturer of the device for information about its operation under the influence of radio waves. Radio waves could have unexpected effects on the operation of such medical devices.

NOTICE

■When leaving the vehicle

Do not leave your portable audio player or cellular phone in the vehicle. The inside of the vehicle may become hot, causing damage to the portable audio player or cellular phone.

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Voice command system The voice command system enables the hands-free system to be operated using voice commands. Operations of the voice command system can be performed by selecting the menu corresponding to each function on the screen. Even if any menu is selected, commands displayed on all menus can be operated.

Using the voice command system

Press the talk switch. To cancel the voice command sys- tem, press and hold the talk switch.

After a beep sounds, say the desired command. On the list screen, you can select the desired command.

■Microphone

P. 385

■When using the microphone

●It is unnecessary to speak directly into the microphone when giving a com-

mand.

●When “Voice Prompt Interrupt” set to on, it is not necessary to wait for the

confirmation beep before speaking a command. (P. 349)

●Voice commands may not be recognized if:

• Spoken too quickly. • Spoken at a low or high volume. • The roof or windows are open. • Passengers are talking while voice commands are spoken. • The air conditioning speed is set high. • The air conditioning vents are turned towards the microphone.

●In the following conditions, the system may not recognize the command

properly and using voice commands may not be possible: • The command is incorrect or unclear. Note that certain words, accents or

speech patterns may be difficult for the system to recognize.

• There is excessive background noise, such as wind noise.

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Casual speech recognization Due to natural language speech recognition technology, this system enables recognition of a command when spoken naturally. However, the system cannot recognize every variation of each command. In some situations, it is possible to omit the command for the proce- dure and directly state the desired operation. Not all voice commands are displayed in the short cut menu. This function is available in English, Spanish and French. ■ Expression examples for each function

Command

“Call ”

“Dial ”

Expression examples

Get me . Dial on his phone. Dial <3334445555>. Ring <3334445555>.

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Command list Some recognizable voice commands and their actions are shown below as examples.  Basic

Command

Action

“Help”

“Go Back”  Phone

Prompts voice guidance to offer examples of com- mands or operation methods Returns to the previous screen

Command

Action

“Redial”

“Call Back”

Places a call to the phone number of the latest outgo- ing call Places a call to the phone number of latest incoming call

Recent

“Show Calls” “Dial ” “Call ”

Displays the call history screen

Places a call to the said phone number

Place a call to the said phone type of the contact from the phone book

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Interior features

6-4. Using the other interior

features Other interior features ....... 455
• Sun visors..................... 455
• Vanity mirrors................ 455
• Conversation mirror ...... 456
• Clock............................. 457
• Outside temperature display........................... 458
• Power outlets................ 459
• Rear sunshades............ 462
• Armrest ......................... 463
• Coat hooks.................... 464
• Assist grips ................... 464
• Side table...................... 465
Garage door opener.......... 466
Safety Connect ................. 473
Compass........................... 479

6-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger Front manual air conditioning system ........ 422
Front automatic air conditioning system ........ 428
Rear manual air conditioning system ........ 435
Rear automatic air conditioning system ........ 438
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/ seat ventilators................ 441

6-2. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list ................ 444
• Interior lights ................. 444
• Personal lights .............. 445

6-3. Using the storage

features List of storage features ..... 446
• Glove box...................... 447
• Console box.................. 447
• Bottle holders................ 448
• Cup holders .................. 449
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 451
• Open tray...................... 452
Luggage compartment features........................... 453

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Front manual air conditioning system

Air conditioning controls

■ Adjusting the temperature setting

To adjust the temperature setting, turn counterclockwise (cool).

clockwise (warm) or

is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air

If or heated air.

For quick cooling, turn tioning will automatically turn on in recirculated air mode.

to the “MAX A/C” position. The air condi-

■ Fan speed setting

To adjust the fan speed, turn terclockwise (decrease).

clockwise (increase) or coun-

Turning the dial to “OFF” turns off the fan.

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■ Changing airflow modes

To change the airflow mode,

press

or

Air flows to the upper body. Air flows to the upper body and feet. Air flows to the feet. Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.

Other functions ■ Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes

Press

The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recir-

culated air mode (indicator on) each time

is pressed.

■ Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win- dows.

Press

If the recirculated air mode is used, it will automatically switch to the out- side air mode. Perform the following operations accordingly:

● To adjust the fan speed, turn

● To adjust the temperature setting, turn

● If the dehumidification function is not operating, press

operate the dehumidification function.

to

To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and temperature up.

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■ Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors

 Vehicles without outside rear view mirror defoggers A defogger is used to defog the rear window.

Press

The defogger will automatically turn off after a period of time.

 Vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain- drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.

Press

The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.

■ Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the wind- shield and wiper blades. Press the switch to turn the sys- tem on/off.

The indicator comes on when the windshield wiper de-icer is on. The windshield de-icer will auto- matically turn off after a period of time.

Air outlets ■ Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume change the according selected airflow mode.

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■ Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-

lets  Front center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.

 Front side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.

Closes the vent Slide the knob to the most out- ward position. Opens the vent

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■Fogging up of the windows

●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.

Turning shield effectively.

on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-

●If you turn

off, the windows may fog up more easily.

●The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.

■Outside/recirculated air mode

●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out- side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec- tive in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effectively.

●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the

temperature setting or the inside temperature.

■When the outside temperature exceeds 75°F (24°C) and the air condition-

ing system is on ●In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condition- ing system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also reduce fuel consumption.

●Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine switch

is turned to “ON” position.

●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing

■Air conditioning odors

●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the vents.

●To reduce potential odors from occurring:

It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior to turning the vehicle off.

■Air conditioning filter

P. 530

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WARNING

■To prevent the windshield from fogging up

●Do not use

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, block- ing your vision.

●Do 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.

■To prevent burns

●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mir-

ror defoggers are on.

●Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the

front pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped.

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Front automatic air conditioning system

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.

Air conditioning controls

■ Adjusting the temperature setting

clockwise to increase To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature and counterclockwise to decrease the tempera- ture.

The temperature for the driver, front passenger and rear seats can be adjusted separately when: •

is pressed. (The “SYNC” displays disappear.)

• The front passenger side

dial is turned. (The “PASS SYNC”

display changes to “PASS”.)

• The “” or “” side of changes to “REAR”.)

is pressed. (The “REAR SYNC” display

The air conditioning system switches between individual and synchro- nized modes each time

is pressed.

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■ Fan speed setting

To adjust the fan speed, press “” on speed and “” to decrease the fan speed.

to increase the fan

Press

to turn the fan off.

■ Changing airflow modes

To change the airflow mode,

press

The air outlets used are switched each time the button is pressed. Air flows to the upper body. Air flows to the upper body and feet. Air flows to the feet. Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger oper- ates.

Using automatic mode

Press Adjust the temperature setting. To stop the operation, press ■ Automatic mode indicator

If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the auto- matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func- tions other than that operated are maintained.

Other functions ■ Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes

Press

The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recir-

culated air mode (indicator on) each time

is pressed.

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■ Defogging the windshield

Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win- dows.

Press

Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to outside air mode if the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.) To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and temperature up. To return to the previous mode, press is defogged.

again when the windshield

■ Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors

 Vehicles without outside rear view mirror defoggers A defogger is used to defog the rear window.

Press

The defogger will automatically turn off after a period of time.

 Vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain- drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.

Press

The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of time.

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■ Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)

This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the wind- shield and wiper blades. Press the switch to turn the sys- tem on/off.

The indicator comes on when the windshield wiper de-icer is on. The windshield de-icer will auto- matically turn off after a period of time.

Air outlets ■ Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume change the according selected airflow mode.

to

■ Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-

lets  Front center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.

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 Front side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.

Closes the vent Slide the knob to the most out- ward position. Opens the vent

■Using automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and the ambient conditions. Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow immediately after

is pressed.

■Fogging up of the windows

●The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-

Turning shield effectively.

●If you turn ●The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.

off, the windows may fog up more easily.

■Outside/recirculated air mode

●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out- side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec- tive in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effectively.

●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the

temperature setting or the inside temperature.

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■When the outside temperature exceeds 75F (24C) and the air condition-

ing system is on ●In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condition- ing system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This may also reduce fuel consumption.

●Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNI- TION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).

●It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing

■Air conditioning odors

●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the vents.

●To reduce potential odors from occurring:

• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air

mode prior to turning the vehicle off.

• 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.

■Air conditioning filter

P. 530

■Customization

Settings (e.g. A/C auto switch operation) can be changed. (Customizable features P. 662)

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WARNING

■To prevent the windshield from fogging up

●Do not use

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, block- ing your vision.

●Do 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.

■To prevent burns

●Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mir-

ror defoggers are on.

●Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the

front pillars when the windshield wiper de-icer is on.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped.

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Rear manual air conditioning system

Air conditioning controls

■ Adjusting the temperature setting

To adjust the temperature setting, press “” on

to increase

the temperature and “” to decrease the temperature.

■ Fan speed setting

To adjust the fan speed, press “” on

to increase the fan

speed and “” to decrease the fan speed.

Press

to turn the fan off.

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■ Changing airflow modes

To change the airflow mode,

press

The air outlets used are switched each time the button is pressed. Air flows to the upper body. Air flows to the upper body and feet. Air flows to the feet.

Air outlets ■ Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume change according the selected airflow mode.

to

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■ Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-

lets Direct air flow to the left or right, forward or backward.

Closes the vent Slide the knob to the rear-most position. Opens the vent

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped.

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Rear automatic air conditioning system

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.

Air conditioning controls

■ Adjusting the temperature setting

To adjust the temperature setting, press “” on

to increase

the temperature and “” to decrease the temperature.

■ Fan speed setting

To adjust the fan speed, press “” on

to increase the fan

speed and “” to decrease the fan speed.

Press

to turn the fan off.

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■ Changing airflow modes

To change the airflow mode,

press

The air outlets used are switched each time the button is pressed. Air flows to the upper body. Air flows to the upper body and feet. Air flows to the feet.

Using automatic mode

Press

Adjust the temperature setting.

To stop the operation, press

■ Automatic mode indicator

If the fan speed setting or air flow modes are operated, the auto- matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func- tions other than that operated are maintained.

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Air outlets ■ Location of air outlets

The air outlets and air volume change the according selected airflow mode.

to

■ Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air out-

lets Direct air flow to the left or right, forward or backward.

Closes the vent Slide the knob to the rear-most position. Opens the vent

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped.

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Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators

The heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering wheel and seats, respectively. Seat ventilators maintain good airflow by blowing air from the seats.

WARNING

lenged

●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories

comes in contact with the steering wheel or seats when the heater is on: • Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-

• Persons with sensitive skin • Persons who are fatigued • Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping

drugs, cold remedies, etc.)

●Observe the following precautions to prevent the minor burns or overheat-

ing • Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat

heater.

• Do not use the seat heaters more than necessary.

NOTICE

●Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do

not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.

●To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is

stopped.

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Heated steering wheel Turn the heated steering wheel on/off

The indicator light comes on when the heated steering wheel is oper- ating. The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30
minutes.

■The heated steering wheel can be used when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. Front seat heaters and ventilators ■ Seat heaters

Turns the seat heater on The indicator light comes on. Adjusts the seat temperature The further you move the dial forward, the warmer the seat becomes.

■ Seat heaters/ventilators Turns the seat heater on The indicator light comes on. The higher the number is, the warmer the seat becomes. Blows air from the seat The indicator light comes on. The higher the number is, the stronger the airflow becomes.

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■The seat heaters and seat heaters/ventilators can be used when

 Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ON” position.  Vehicles with a smart key system The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■When not in use

 Seat heaters Turn the dial fully backward. The indicator light will turn off.  Seat heaters/ventilators Set the knob at “0”. The indicator light will turn off. Second seat heaters

Hi Lo Off The indicator comes on when the second seat heater is on.

■The second seat heaters can be used when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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Interior lights list

Rear interior/rear personal lights Ambient lights (if equipped) Front interior/front personal lights Outer foot lights (if equipped) Engine switch light (vehicles with a smart key system) Front door courtesy lights

Interior lights

Turns the lights on/off Turns the lights linked to door position on/off

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Personal lights Turn the light on/off  Front

 Rear

■Illuminated entry system

 Vehicles without a smart key system The lights automatically turn on/off according to the engine switch position, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are open/ closed.  Vehicles with a smart key system The lights automatically turn on/off according to engine switch mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/closed.

■To prevent battery discharge

If the following lights are left on when the engine switch is turned off, the lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes: ●Interior lights ●Personal lights ●Front door courtesy lights ●Ambient lights (if equipped) ●Engine switch light (vehicles with a smart key system)

■Customization

Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 662)

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List of storage features

Auxiliary boxes Open tray Glove box

(P. 451) (P. 452) (P. 447)

Bottle holders Cup holders Console box

(P. 448) (P. 449) (P. 447)

WARNING

●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this

may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high: • Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact

with other stored items.

• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire hazard.

●When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the

lids closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.

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Glove box

Unlock with the master key (vehicles without a smart key system) or mechanical key (vehicles with a smart key sys- tem) Lock with the master key (vehi- cles without a smart key sys- tem) key (vehicles with a smart key sys- tem) Open (pull lever)

or mechanical

■Power back door main switch (vehicles with power back door)

The power back door main switch is located in the glove box. (P. 132) Console box To open the console box lids, press on the knob and slide both lids.

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■Tray in the console box

The tray slides forward/backward and can be removed.

Bottle holders ■ Front

■ Rear

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■When using the bottle holder

●When storing a bottle, close the cap. ●The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.

WARNING

Do not place anything other than a bottle in the bottle holders. Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or sudden braking and cause injury.

Cup holders ■ Front

■ Rear (second seats)

 Type A Pull the armrest down. (P. 463)

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 Type B Fold the side table up for use. (P. 465)

■ Rear (third seats)

■Removing the cup holder insert (front cup holder)

The cup holder insert may be removed for cleaning.

WARNING

Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders. Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.

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 Driver’s side instrument panel Pull the tab to open.

WARNING

■Items unsuitable for storing (overhead)

Do not store items heavier than 0.4 lb. (0.2 kg). Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall out, resulting in an accident.

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Open tray

■Cable pass through

The open tray is provided with a hole that allows cables to be passed through the tray from the USB/AUX port or power outlet. Remove the cover.

WARNING

■Items unsuitable for the open tray

Observe the following precautions when putting items in the open tray. Fail- ure to do so may cause items to be thrown out of the tray in the event of sudden braking or steering. In these cases, the items may interfere with pedal operation or cause driver distraction, resulting in an accident. ●Do not store items in the tray that can easily shift or roll out. ●Do not stack items in the tray higher than the tray’s edge. ●Do not put items in the tray that may protrude over the tray’s edge.

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Luggage compartment features

Cargo hooks Raise the hooks to use.

Cargo hooks are provided securing loose items.

for

Grocery bag hooks

NOTICE

Do not hang any object heavier than 6.6 lb. (3 kg) on the grocery bag hooks.

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Auxiliary boxes ■ Center deck under tray

Pull the strap upwards to open the center deck board.

To secure the center deck board, remove the hook on the backside of the center deck board and attach the hook to the head restraint on the third seats as shown.

■ Deck side box

Pull the strap upwards to open the side deck board.

WARNING

Do not drive with any of the deck boards opened. Items may fall out and cause injury.

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Other interior features

Sun visors

To set the visor in the forward position, flip it down. To set the visor in the side posi- tion, flip down, unhook, and swing it to the side. To use the side extender, place the visor in the side position, then slide it backward.

Vanity mirrors Open the cover.

The vanity light turns on.

■To prevent battery discharge

If the vanity lights remain on for 20 minutes while the engine is off, the lights will turn off automatically.

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Conversation mirror

Push the lid.

Push the lid back up half way.

■To use the overhead console from the conversation mirror state

Fully close the lid, then open it again. (P. 451)

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Clock The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons.

Adjusts the hours Adjusts the minutes

■The clock is displayed when

 Vehicles without a smart key system The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.  Vehicles with a smart key system The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.

■When the battery is disconnected

The time display will automatically be set to 1:00.

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Outside temperature display The temperature display shows temperatures within the range of -40F (-40C) to 122F (50C).  Vehicles with monochrome dis-

 Vehicles with color display

play

■The outside temperature is displayed when

 Vehicles without a smart key system