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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
8 Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter and replace it with a new
one.
The “ UP” marks shown on the filter
should be pointing up.
9 When installing, reverse the
steps listed.
■ Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning
filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with
heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled main-
tenance information, please refer to the
“Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota
Warranty Booklet”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases
dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the fil-
ter and replace if necessary.
■ When replacing the air condition-
ing filter
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in the air
conditioning system operating during
the procedure, possibly resulting in
injury.
● Check that the charging connector
is not connected
The air conditioning may operate due
to the “Climate Prep” or “Climate
preparation” (P.144) setting.
● Do not use the Remote Air Condi-
tioning System
■ When using the air conditioning
system
Make sure that a filter is always
installed.
Using the air conditioning system
without a filter may cause damage to
the system.
■ When removing the glove box
Always follow the specified procedure
to remove the glove box (P.500). If
the glove box is removed without fol-
lowing the specified procedure, the
hinge of the glove box may become
damaged.
■ To prevent damage to the filter
cover
When moving the filter cover in the
direction of arrow to release the fit-
ting, pay attention not to apply exces-
sive force to the claws. Otherwise, the
claws may be damaged.