(4) Air source control
The air source selection is made by the intake actuator. The driver can see the air source mode through
the switch's indicator and the LCD display.
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Manual control
Press the air source selection switch to control the air source selection door manually. The air source
mode is switched
between the fresh air and recirculation alternatively each time the switch is pressed.
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Auto control
In auto mode, the basic setting for the air source is fresh air. When the ambient temperature is high
during cooling,
the air source is changed from fresh air to recirculation to lower the temperature.
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Control by vehicle speed (heating)
The air source selection is controlled in accordance with the vehicle speed while driving. Operating
conditions and control process are as follows:
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AUTO mode
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When the vehicle speed is 45 km/h or lower in fresh air mode, the air source door is open 30% of its
maximum opening. If the vehicle speed is 65 km/h or more, then
the air source door is completely open.
However, the ambient temperature should be 0°C or less, coolant temperature 62°C or less
and the electric fan 7.5V or higher.
LCD display (air source mode view)
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Air source selection switch
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