Pontiac 2009 Solstice Owner's Manual page 111

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(Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets, with
some directed to the side window and defroster outlets.
If low or no airflow is on the passenger side, make
sure that the carpet covering is tucked under floor
outlets.
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(Floor/Defog): This mode clears the windows of
fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield,
side window, and floor outlets. In this mode, the system
runs the air conditioning compressor unless the
outside temperature is near freezing or below.
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(Defrost): This mode removes fog or frost from the
windshield more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield
and side window outlets. In this mode, the system
runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside
temperature is near or below freezing.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
To prevent fogging on the inside of the windows in
modes other than floor/defog and defrost, make sure the
air conditioning compressor is on and recirculation
mode is off.
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(Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air
conditioning system on or off. An indicator light comes
on to show that the air conditioning is on. This
setting cools and dehumidifies the air entering the
vehicle.
The air conditioning does not work if the fan is turned
off. If air conditioning is selected with fan off, the
indicator light flashes three times and then turns off.
There could be a slight change in engine performance
when the air conditioning compressor turns off and turns
on again. This is normal. The system is designed to
make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still
maintaining the selected temperature.
Air conditioning does not operate at temperatures below
40°F (4°C). In temperatures above 40°F (4°C), the air
conditioning cannot be turned off in defrost, floor/defog,
and recirculation modes because it helps to remove
moisture from the vehicle. It also helps to keep
the windows clear.
On hot days, open the windows to let the hot inside air
escape; then close them. This helps reduce the time
it takes for the vehicle to cool down. It also helps
the system to operate more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days, do the following:
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1. Select .
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2. Select .
3. Select the air conditioning to on.
4. Select the coolest temperature.
5. Select the highest fan speed.
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