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.
Other Controls and Equipment
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Information Display
Information Display
(1) Clock.
(2) Thermometer.
(3) Instantaneous fuel consumption/Average fuel consumption/Driving range.
(4) “H” button.
(5) “M” button.
(6) “DISP” button.
(7) F ...
Inspection and Maintenance
WARNING:
You should take extreme care when
working on your vehicle to prevent
accidental injury. Here are a few precautions
that you should be especially
careful to observe:
• To prev ...