Dodge DURANGO 2021 Owner's Manual page 69

NOTE:
Recirculate without A/C should not be used

for long periods, as fogging may occur.
Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will

automatically adjust the climate control
settings to reduce or eliminate window
fogging on the front windshield. When this
occurs, recirculation will be unavailable.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in
front of the windshield, is free of obstructions,
such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air
intake may reduce airflow, and if they enter the
air distribution box, they could plug the water
drains. In Winter months, make sure the air
intake is clear of ice, slush, and snow.
Cabin Air Filter
The Climate Control system filters out dust and
pollen from the air. Contact an authorized
dealer to service your cabin air filter, and to
have it replaced when needed Ú page 296.
Stop/Start System — If Equipped
While in an Autostop, the Climate Control
system may automatically adjust airflow to
maintain cabin comfort. Customer settings will
be maintained upon return to an engine running
condition.
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped
The windshield wiper de-icer is a heating
element located at the base of the windshield.
It operates automatically once the following
conditions are met:
Activation By Front Defrost

The wiper de-icer activates automatically
during a cold weather manual start with full
defrost, and when the ambient temperature
is below 33°F (0.6°C).
Activation By Rear Defrost

The wiper de-icer activates automatically
when the Rear Defrost is operating and the
ambient temperature is below 33°F (0.6°C).
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Activation By Remote Start Operation

When the Remote Start is activated and the
outside ambient temperature is less than 33°F
(0.6°C) the windshield wiper de-icer is activated.
Upon exiting Remote Start, the climate control
functions will resume their previous operation
except, if the de-icer is active, the de-icer timer
and operation will continue.
Operating Tips Chart
WEATHER CONTROL SETTINGS
Set the mode control to
(Panel Mode),
Hot Weather
and blower on high. Roll
And Vehicle
down the windows for a
Interior Is Very
minute to flush out the hot
Hot
air. Adjust the controls as
needed to achieve comfort.
Turn (A/C) on and set
Warm Weather
the mode control to the
(Panel Mode) position.
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(A/C) on,