Chevrolet Malibu 2010 Owner's Manual page 178

Select from the following:
H
(Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets.
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(Bi-Level): Air is divided between the instrument
panel outlets and the floor outlets.
6
(Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets with
some air directed to the side window outlets.
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(Defog): This mode clears the windows of fog or
moisture. Air is directed to the floor and windshield
outlets.
0
(Defrost): This mode clears the windows of fog or
frost more quickly. The system automatically controls
the fan speed if defrost is selected from the AUTO
mode. If the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or
warmer, the air conditioning compressor automatically
runs to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield.
The air conditioning indicator light blinks three times
if the compressor is turned off while in this mode.
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(Air Conditioning): Press turn the air conditioning
on and off. An indicator light turns on to show the
air conditioning is on.
When air conditioning is selected or is in AUTO mode,
the system runs the air conditioning automatically to
cool and dehumidify the air entering the vehicle.
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On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot
inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for
the vehicle to cool down. Then keep the windows closed
for the air conditioner to work its best.
On cool, but sunny days while using manual operation
of the automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warm
air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument
panel outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, press
the temperature buttons to the desired setting.
In AUTO mode the system cools and dehumidifies the
air inside the vehicle. Also while in AUTO mode,
the system maximizes its performance by using
recirculation as necessary.
Heating: On cold days when using manual operation of
the automatic system, use floor mode to deliver air to
the floor outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, press
x w
or to the desired temperature setting.
To use the automatic mode, turn the knob to AUTO and
x w
press or to adjust the temperature.
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(Outside Air): Press to turn the outside air mode
on. An indicator light comes on to show it is on. Air from
outside the vehicle will circulate throughout the vehicle.
The outside air mode can be used with all modes, but it
cannot be used with the recirculation mode. Pressing this
button cancels the recirculation mode.