Automatic Temperature Control (Atc) - If Equipped - Jeep Compass Operating Information Manual

CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window clean-
ers on the interior surface of the window. Use
a soft cloth and a mild washing solution,
wiping parallel to the heating elements. La-
bels can be peeled off after soaking with
warm water.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or
abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window.
Climate Control Functions
A/C (Air Conditioning)
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the
operator to manually activate or deactivate the
air conditioning system. When the air condition-
ing system is turned on, cool dehumidified air
will flow through the outlets into the cabin. For
improved fuel economy, press the A/C button to
turn off the air conditioning and manually adjust
the blower and airflow mode settings. Also,
make sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level or Floor
modes.
NOTE:
• If fog or mist appears on the windshield or
side glass, select Defrost mode and in-
crease blower speed if needed.
• If your air conditioning performance
seems lower than expected, check the
front of the A/C condenser (located in
front of the radiator), for an accumulation
of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water
spray from the front of the radiator and
through the condenser.
Recirculation
When outside air contains smoke, odors, or high
humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, you may
wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the
Recirculation control button. The recirculation
indicator will illuminate when this button is se-
lected. Press the button a second time to turn off
the Recirculation mode and allow outside air
into the vehicle.
NOTE:
In cold weather, use of recirculation mode
may lead to excessive window fogging. The
recirculation feature may be unavailable
(button on the touchscreen greyed out) if
conditions exist that could create fogging on
the inside of the windshield. On systems
with Manual Climate Controls, the Recircula-
tion mode is not allowed in Defrost mode to
improve window clearing operation. Recir-
culation will be disabled automatically if this
mode is selected. Attempting to use Recir-
culation while in this mode will cause the
LED in the control button to blink and then
turn off.
Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC) — If Equipped
Automatic Operation
The Automatic Temperature Control system au-
tomatically maintains the climate in the cabin of
the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the
driver and passenger.
Operation of the system is quite simple.
Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and
the Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO.
NOTE:
The AUTO position performs best for front
seat occupants only.
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