If you do not use the air conditioner for a long period, such as during winter, it may not give the best performance when you start using it again. To help maintain optimum performance and durability of your air conditioner, it needs to be run periodically.
Operate the air conditioner at least once a month for one minute with the engine idling. This circulates the refrigerant and oil and helps protect the internal components.
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
R: Replace or change
I : Inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary
R: Replace or change
I : Inspect, clean, adjust, lubricate or replace as necessary
#1: Inspect at 250000 km ( ...
Rear Window Defroster and Outside Rearview Mirrors Defroster (if equipped)
Switch
Rear Window Defroster and Outside Rearview Mirrors Defroster (if equipped)
Switch
When the rear window is fogged, push this
switch to clear the window.
If the outside rearview mirror has the ...
Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel
Check the play of the steering wheel by
gently turning it from left to right and measuring
the distance that it moves before
you feel slight resistance. The play should
be betw ...