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2001 Chevrolet Corvette
2000-01 AUTOMATIC A/C-HEATER SYSTEMS Corvette
Defrost Mode Button
In this mode, A/C compressor is engaged to remove moisture in air. Air is then heated and most
air is directed to windshield, with a small amount directed to floor outlet. Fan motor speed is
selected by driver.
Digital Display
The digital display shows readings in Fahrenheit (F) or Celsius (C) by pressing E/M
(english/metric) button on driver information center. The display will show current mode, fan
speed and selected driver side set temperature for 5 seconds and then show ambient air
temperature. When a change in desired temperature is made, the new temperature reading will be
displayed for 5 seconds and then go back to ambient air temperature. When HVAC control head
is switched off, only ambient air temperature will be displayed. When HVAC system is in full
automatic mode, the word AUTO will be displayed. If you have selected a manual fan speed, then
fan symbol will appear on the display If a manual mode has been selected, the corresponding
mode symbol will appear on the display.
Driver/Passenger Temperature Control Knobs
Control driver/passenger air mix doors respectively to regulate outlet temperatures. Passenger's
control knob will not have any effect on temperature if driver's control knob is set at maximum
hot or cold.
Heater Mode
In this mode, most air entering vehicle is directed to floor outlets, with a small amount directed to
defroster outlets. System will adjust to temperature selected by driver.
MODE Button
When depressed, AUTO mode is turned off and manual mode selection is available. See Fig. 1 .
OFF
Air will flow through vents when car is moving. Control panel will display SET TEMP
information for 5 seconds, then OUTSIDE TEMP will be displayed. See Fig. 1 .
Outside Air (OSA) Button
In this mode, fresh air will flow from the outside to the interior of the vehicle. When operating in
this mode, the OSA button will light up. When in AUTO mode, system will automatically selects
outside air to control interior temperature of vehicle. The system will lock into fresh air mode by
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