Chrysler Pacifica 2021 Owner's Manual page 70

68 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Max A/C Button
Press and release the MAX A/C button on
the touchscreen to change the current
setting to the coldest output of air. The
MAX A/C indicator illuminates when MAX
A/C is on. Pressing the button again will cause the
MAX A/C operation to exit.
NOTE:
The MAX A/C setting is only available on the touch-
screen.
A/C Button
Press and release the button on the
touchscreen, or push the button on the
faceplate to change the current setting.
The indicator illuminates when A/C is on.
NOTE:
If the system is in Mix or Defrost Mode, the A/C

can be turned off, but the A/C system shall
remain active to prevent fogging of the windows.
If not operating in AUTO mode, the system will

not automatically sense the presence of fog,
mist or ice on the windshield. Defrost Mode
must be manually selected to clear the wind-
shield and side glass.
If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side

glass, select Defrost Mode and adjust blower
speed if needed.
Recirculation Button
Press and release the Recirculation
button on the touchscreen, or press the
button on the faceplate, to change the
system between recirculation mode and
outside air. The Recirculation indicator and the A/
C indicator illuminate when the Recirculation
button is pressed. Recirculation can be used when
outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or
high humidity are present. Recirculation can be
used in all modes. Recirculation may be
unavailable (button on the touchscreen greyed
out) if conditions exist that could create fogging on
the inside of the windshield. The A/C can be
deselected manually without disturbing the mode
control selection. Continuous use of Recirculation
mode may make the inside air stuffy and window
fogging may occur. Extended use of this mode if
not recommended.
AUTO Button
Set your desired temperature and press
the AUTO button on the touchscreen, or
push the button on the faceplate. AUTO
will achieve and maintain your desired
temperature by automatically adjusting the blower
speed and air distribution. AUTO mode is highly
recommended for efficiency. You can turn AUTO on
in one of two ways:
Press and release this button on the touch-

screen
Push the button on the faceplate

Toggling this function will cause the system to
switch between manual mode and automatic
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Front Defrost Button
Press and release the Front Defrost
button on the touchscreen, or push the
button on the faceplate to change the
current airflow setting to Defrost mode.
The indicator illuminates when this feature is on.
Air comes from the windshield and side window
demist outlets. When the defrost button is
selected, the blower level may increase. Use
Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings
for best windshield and side window defrosting
and defogging. Performing this function will cause
the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) to switch
into manual mode. If the Front Defrost mode is
turned off the climate system will return to the
previous setting.