Outlet Adjustment; Operation Tips - Buick Rendezvous 2003 Owner's Manual

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(Defrost): Pressing this button directs most of the
air to the windshield and the side window outlets, with
some air directed to the floor outlets. In this mode, the
system will automatically turns off recirculation and run
the air-conditioning compressor, unless the outside
temperature is at or below freezing. Recirculation cannot
be selected while in the defrost mode.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
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REAR: Press this button to turn the rear window
defogger on or off. An indicator light in the button
will come on to let you know that the rear window
defogger is activated.
The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 10
minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on
again, the defogger will only run for approximately five
minutes before turning off. The defogger can also
be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning
off the engine.
If your vehicle has heated outside rearview mirrors, the
mirrors will heat to help clear fog or frost from the
surface of the mirror when the rear window defog button
is pressed.
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Notice: Don't use anything sharp on the inside of
the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage
the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn't be
covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary
vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar
to the defogger grid.

Outlet Adjustment

Use the knob located in the center of the outlet, to
change the direction of the air flow.

Operation Tips

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Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air
inlets on the hood that may block the flow of air
into your vehicle.
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Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
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Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects
to help circulate the air inside your vehicle more
effectively.