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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
MAX A/C Setting — If Equipped
Set the temperature control knob to the MAX
A/C setting to change the current setting to
the coldest output of air. Moving the tem-
perature control knob away from the MAX
A/C setting causes the MAX A/C operation to exit.
A/C Button
Push the A/C button to engage the Air Condi-
tioning (A/C). The A/C indicator illuminates
when A/C is on.
NOTE:
•
For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is in Mix,
Floor 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 fog or mist appears on the windshield or side
glass, select Defrost mode, and increase blower
speed if needed.
•
If your air conditioning performance seems lower
than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser
(located in front of the radiator), for an accumula-
tion of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water
spray from the front of the radiator and through the
condenser.
Recirculation Button
Push the recirculation button on the face-
plate to change the system between recircu-
lation mode and outside air mode. The Recir-
culation indicator and the A/C indicator
(if equipped) 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
except for Defrost. Recirculation may be unavailable 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. Continu-
ous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside
air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended use
of this mode is not recommended.
On systems with Manual Climate Controls (if equipped),
the Recirculation mode is not allowed in Defrost mode
to improve window clearing operation. Recirculation is
disabled automatically if this mode is selected. Attempt-
ing to use Recirculation while in this mode causes the
LED in the control button to blink and then turns off.
Front Defrost Setting
Turn the Mode Control knob to the Front
Defrost mode setting. 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 maxi-
mum temperature settings for best windshield and side
window defrosting and defogging.
Rear Defrost Button
Push and release the Rear Defrost Control
button to turn on the rear window defroster
and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped).
The Rear Defrost indicator illuminates when
the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
defroster automatically turns off after 10 minutes.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•
Use care when washing the inside of the rear win-
dow. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and
a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after
soaking with warm water.
•
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•
Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Temperature Control
Temperature Control regulates the temperature of the
air forced through the climate system.
The temperature increases as you turn the
temperature control knob clockwise.
The temperature decreases as you turn the
temperature control knob counterclockwise.
Heater Only
Turning the temperature control knob clockwise
increases the heating temperature and turning the tem-
perature control knob counterclockwise decreases the
heating temperature.
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