Scion FR-S. Service Manual - part 13

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger

Opening and closing the air outlets

Center outlets

Open the air outlet.

Close the air outlet.

Right and left side outlets

Open the vent.

Close the vent.

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For quick cooling

Turn the temperature control dial to the “MAX A/C” position and select the
recirculated air mode.

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Fogging up of the windows

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The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.

Turning 

 on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the

windshield effectively. 

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If you turn 

 off, the windows may fog up more easily.

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The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.

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Outside/recirculated air mode

When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the out-
side/recirculated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effec-
tive in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior. During cooling
operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior
effectively.

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When the outside temperature falls to nearly 32°F (0°C) 

The dehumidification function may not operate even when 

 is

pressed.

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Ventilation and air conditioning odors

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To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.

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During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.

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To reduce potential odors from occurring: 
It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.

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Air conditioning filter

P. 270

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CAUTION

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To prevent the windshield from fogging up

Do not set the air outlet selection dial to 

 during cool air operation in

extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the
outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the
windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.

NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers

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The defoggers can be operated when

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

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The outside rear view mirror defoggers (vehicles with outside rear view
mirror defoggers)

Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror
defoggers on.

CAUTION

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When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (vehicles with out-
side rear view mirror defoggers)

Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can
become very hot and burn you.

The rear window defogger is used to defog the rear window. The out-

side rear view mirror defoggers* are used to remove frost, dew or

raindrops from the outside rear view mirrors.

On/off

The defoggers will automati-
cally turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes.

*: Vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers

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NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the rear window defogger on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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3-2. Using the audio system

Using the AUX/USB port

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Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system

The volume and sound quality can be adjusted using the vehicle’s audio
controls. All other adjustments must be made on the portable audio device
itself.

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When using a portable audio device connected to the power outlet

Noise may occur during playback. Use the battery power source of the por-
table audio device to reduce noise.

This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen

to it through the vehicle’s speakers. 

For more information, please refer to the “SCION Audio System

Owner's Manual” or “SCION Navigation System Owner's Manual”.

Open the cover and connect
the portable audio device.

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Using the microphone

The microphone can be used for the voice command in the

Bluetooth

®

 audio system or the hands-free phone system.

For more information, please refer to the “SCION Audio System

Owner’s Manual” or “SCION Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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3-3. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list

Interior light (

P. 206)

Engine switch light

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Interior light

Turns the light off

Turns the door position on

Turns the light on

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Illuminated entry system

The lights automatically turn on/off according to the engine switch position,
whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are open/
closed.

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To prevent battery discharge

If the following lights remain on when the door is not fully closed, the lights
will go off automatically after 20 minutes: 

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Interior light (when the switch is in the “DOOR” position)

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Engine switch light

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Customization that can be configured at Scion dealer

Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. 
(Customizable features 

P. 373)

Interior light

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3-4. Using the storage features

List of storage features

CAUTION

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Items that should not be left in the storage spaces

Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:

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Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.

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Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas,
causing a fire hazard.

Glove box

Bottle holders

Cup holders/console tray

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Glove box

Pull up the lever to open the
glove box.

CAUTION

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Caution while driving

Keep the glove box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerv-
ing, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by the open
glove box or the items stored inside.

Glove box

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Bottle holders

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When using the bottle holder

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When storing a bottle, close the cap.

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The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.

CAUTION

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Items unsuitable for the bottle holder

Do not place anything other than a pet bottle in the bottle holders. 
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.

NOTICE

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Items unsuitable for the bottle holder

Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles in the bot-
tle holders, or glasses and paper cups containing liquid. The contents may
spill and glasses may break.

Bottle holders

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Cup holders/console tray

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Changing the cup holder position

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Changing the console tray size

Remove the cup holder and change the
holder position.

Remove the cup holder.

Cup holders/console tray

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CAUTION

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Caution while driving

Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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Before driving, place the cup holder in the rear position so that it does not
hinder shift lever operation.

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Items unsuitable for the cup holder

Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders. 
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.

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When placing the cup holder, make
sure it is facing the correct direction.
Failure to do so will cause the cup
holder to not be secure in the console
tray and hinder shift lever operation.

Cup holders/console tray

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3-5. Other interior features

Sun visors

To set the visor in the for-
ward position, flip it down.

To set the visor in the side
position, flip down, unhook,
and swing it to the side.

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Vanity mirrors

Open the cover to use.