2008 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual - Page 282

3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Rear center outlets (vehicles without rear air conditioning system) Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. Air outlets of the rear seat. (→P. 260) n Using the automatic mode Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature setting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur. l The system may switch automatically to recirculated mode when the coolest temperature setting is selected in summer. l Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow. l Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on. n Using 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 Window defogger feature Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to in situations where the windows need to be defogged. n When outside temperature approaches 32°F (0°C) The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed. (outside air) mode 3 Interior features 253