The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency.
- Removal method
Vehicles with smart key system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Vehicles without smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.

Open the glove box. Slide off the damper.

Push each side of the glove box to release the pins. Then disconnect the claws at the bottom and remove the glove box.

Remove the filter cover.

Remove the air conditioning filter and replace it with a new one.
The “↑UP” marks shown on the filter should be pointing up.
- 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 maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
- If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
- To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always installed.
Wheels
Key batteryRemoval
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE FRONT WIPER ARM HEAD CAP
(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the 2 front wiper arm head caps as shown
in the illustration.
Text in Illustration
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Protective Tape
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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart key system)
- Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is
set.
Check that the shift lever is set
in “P”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly
depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START”
position and start the engine ...
Camshaft Position "B" Actuator Circuit / Open (Bank 1) (P0013)
DESCRIPTION
The Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system adjusts the exhaust valve timing to improve
driveability. The engine oil pressure turns the VVT controller to adjust the valve
timing.
The camshaft timing oil control valve is a solenoid valve and switch ...