1998 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 201

4RUNNER (1998) -Operating tips D To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly. Heating For best results, set controls to: Fan speed-Any setting except "OFF" Temperature-Towards WARM (red zone) Air intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-FLOOR Air conditioning-OFF Air conditioning For best results, set controls to: Fan speed-Any setting except "OFF" Temperature-Towards COLD (blue zone) Air intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-PANEL Air conditioning-ON D Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example). D On humid days, do not blow cold air on the shield could difference in inside and shield. windshield. The windfog up because of the air temperature on the outside of the wind- D For quick heating, select recirculated air for a few minutes. To keep the windows from fogging, select fresh after the vehicle interior has been warmed. D For quick cooling, move the air intake selector to recirculate for a few minutes. Ventilation For best results, set controls to: Fan speed-Any setting except "OFF" Temperature-Towards COLD (blue zone) Air intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-PANEL Air conditioning-OFF D Keep the area under the front seats clear to allow air to circulate throughout the vehicle. D Press the "A/C" button on for dehumidified heating. D Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior while defrosting or defogging the windshield. D On cold days, move the fan speed selector to "HI" for a minute to help clear the intake ducts of snow or moisture. This can reduce the amount of fogging on the windows.