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Air Conditioning
Heating
On very hot days, your vehicle will cool down more
quickly and economically if you open the windows long
enough to let hot inside
a i r
escape. Then keep your
windows closed in order to allow the air conditioning to
work best. Maximum cooling will occur when the
RECIRCULATE setting is operating, airflow direction is
in the upper mode, and the temperature control knob (on
a manual climate control system) is turned all the way to
the blue area. These settings will be selected by the
Automatic Electronic Dual Climate Control System if
operating in AUTO when maximum cooling is required.
When the air conditioning is on, you may sometimes
notice slight changes in your vehicle's engine
performance and power. This is normal. The system is
designed to .help fuel economy while maintaining the
desired cooling level.
The
a i r
conditioning removes moisture from the air, so you
may notice water dripping fi-om under your vehicle when
it is idling or after it has been turned off. This is normal.
The heater works best if you keep your windows closed.
Maximum heating will occur when airflow direction is
in the lower mode and the temperature control knob (on
a manual climate control system) is all the way in the
red area. These settings will be selected by the
Automatic Electronic Dual Climate Control System if
operating in AUTO when maximum heating is required.
The BI-LEVEL setting is designed for use on sunny days
when the
air
is only moderately warm or cool. On days
like these, the sun may adequately warm your upper body,
but your lower body may not be warm enough. The
BI-LEVEL setting will direct cooler airflow to your upper
body and warmer
air
to the floor area.
If you have the optional engine coolant heater and use it
during cold weather 0°F
(-
18 "C) or lower, your heating
system will provide heat more quickly because the
coolant is already warmed. See "Engine Coolant Heater"
in the Index.
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