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CLIMATE CONTROLS

Manual Climate Control Overview

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Manual Climate Control

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Manual Climate Control Descriptions

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Description

A/C Button

Push the A/C button to engage the Air Conditioning (A/C). A LED will illuminate when the

A/C system is engaged.

Recirculation Setting

Rotate this control to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air mode. Re-

circulation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high humidity

are present.

NOTE:

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Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fog-

ging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.

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The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on

the inside because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Select the outside air position for

maximum defogging.

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Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost.

The A/C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection.

Temperature Control

Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the interior cabin. Rotating the

knob counterclockwise, from top center into the blue area of the scale, indicates cooler tempera-

tures. Rotating the knob clockwise, into the red area, indicates warmer temperatures.

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Description

Blower Control

There are seven blower speeds. Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the

system in any mode you select. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise

from the OFF position.

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NOTE: Depending on the configuration, your vehicle may be equipped with four blower

speeds.

Modes Control: Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to change the airflow distribution mode. The airflow

distribution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, defrost outlets and

demist outlets. The Mode settings are as follows:

Panel Mode

Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually

adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can be

moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel lo-

cated below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets.

Bi-Level Mode

Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed

through the defrost and side window demister outlets.

NOTE:

Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel out-

lets and warmer air from the floor outlets.

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Description

Floor Mode

Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side

window demister outlets.

Mix Mode

Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works

best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good

for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.

Front Defrost

Mode

Front Defrost Mode

Turn the knob clockwise to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode. Air comes from

the windshield and side window demist outlets. When the defrost button is selected, the blower

level increases. Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and

side window defrosting and defogging.

Rear Defrost

Button

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). An indicator illuminates when the rear window defroster

is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after a short period of time.

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Automatic Temperature Control Overview

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Automatic Temperature Controls

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Control Descriptions

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Description

A/C Button

Push and release to change the current setting, the indicator illuminates when A/C is ON. Per-

forming this function again will cause the A/C operation to switch into manual mode and the

A/C indicator will turn off.

Recirculation Button

Push and release this button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air

mode. Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high

humidity are present.

NOTE:

•

Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fog-

ging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.

•

The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on

the inside, because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Select the outside air position for

maximum defogging.

•

Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost.

The A/C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection.

AUTO Button

Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and

amount. Performing this function will cause the system to switch between manual mode and

automatic modes. Refer to “Automatic Operation” in this section for more information.

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Description

Front Defrost Button

Push and release to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode. The indicator illumi-

nates when this feature is ON. Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets.

When the defrost button is selected, the blower level will increase. Use Defrost mode with maxi-

mum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and defogging. Per-

forming this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode. If the front defrost mode

is turned off then the climate system returns the previous setting.

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Rear Defrost

Button

Rear Defrost Button — If Equipped

Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn on the rear window defroster and the

heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator illuminates when the rear window defroster

is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after a short period of time.

Blower Control Up And Down Buttons

Provides the occupants with blower control. Push the UP button to increase blower speed. Push

the DOWN button to decrease blower speed.

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Description

Modes Control: Push the button in the center of the knob to change the airflow distribution mode. The airflow distri-

bution mode can be adjusted so air comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, defrost outlets and demist

outlets. The Mode settings are as follows:

Panel Mode

Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel. Each of these outlets can be individually

adjusted to direct the flow of air. The air vanes of the center outlets and outboard outlets can

be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is a shut off wheel

located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets.

Floor Mode

Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side

window demister outlets.

Bi-Level Mode

Air comes from the instrument panel outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed

through the defrost and side window demister outlets. To access this mode, press both the Panel

and Floor Mode buttons.

NOTE:

Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel out-

lets and warmer air from the floor outlets.

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Description

Mix Mode

Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works

best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good

for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.

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Climate Control Off Button

Push and release this button to turn the Climate Control on/off.

Temperature Up And Down Button

Provides the occupants with temperature control. Push the Up button for warmer temperature

settings. Push the Down button for cooler temperature settings.

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Climate Control Functions

Recirculation

When outside air contains smoke, odors, or high humidity,

or if rapid cooling is desired, you may wish to recirculate

interior air by pushing the Recirculation control button.

The recirculation indicator will illuminate when this button

is selected. Push the button a second time to turn off the

Recirculation mode and allow outside air into the vehicle.

A/C (Air Conditioning)

The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator to

manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning sys-

tem. When the air conditioning system is turned on, cool

dehumidified air will flow through the outlets into the

cabin. For improved fuel economy, push the A/C button to

turn off the air conditioning and manually adjust the

blower and airflow mode settings. Also, make sure to select

only Panel, Bi-Level or Floor modes.

NOTE: In cold weather, use of recirculation mode may lead

to excessive window fogging. The recirculation feature

may be unavailable (button on the touchscreen greyed out)

if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of

the windshield. On systems with Manual Climate Controls,

the Recirculation mode is not allowed in Defrost mode to

improve window clearing operation. Recirculation will be

disabled automatically if this mode is selected. Attempting

to use Recirculation while in this mode will cause the LED

light in the control button to blink and then turn off.

NOTE:

• 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 accumulation of dirt or

insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from the front of

the radiator and through the condenser.

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Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped

Automatic Operation

To provide you with maximum comfort in the Automatic

mode during cold start-ups, the blower fan remains on low

until the engine warms up. The blower increases in speed

and transition into Auto mode.

1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate.

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2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system

to maintain by adjusting the temperature control but-

tons. Once the desired temperature is displayed, the

system achieves and automatically maintains that com-

fort level.

Manual Operation Override

This system offers a full complement of manual override

features. The AUTO symbol in the front ATC display will

be turned off when the system is being used in the manual

mode.

3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is

not necessary to change the settings. You experience the

greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to

function automatically.

NOTE: The system will not automatically sense the pres-

ence of fog, mist or ice on the windshield. Defrost mode

must be manually selected to clear the windshield and side

glass.

NOTE:

Operating Tips

• It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for

cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts

the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide

comfort as quickly as possible.

NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for

suggested control settings for various weather conditions.

Summer Operation

• The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric units

by selecting the US/Metric customer-programmable fea-

ture.

The engine cooling system must be protected with a

high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion

protection and to protect against engine overheating. OAT

coolant (conforming to MS.90032) is recommended.

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Winter Operation

Window Fogging

To ensure the best possible heater and defroster perfor-

mance, make sure the engine cooling system is functioning

properly and the proper amount, type, and concentration

of coolant is used. Use of the Air Recirculation mode

during Winter months is not recommended, because it may

cause window fogging.

Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild, rainy

and/or humid weather. To clear the windows, select

Defrost or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed.

Do not use the Recirculation mode without A/C for long

periods, as fogging may occur.

CAUTION!

Vacation/Storage

Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to

the heating elements:

Before you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.e.,

vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning

system at idle for about five minutes, in fresh air with the

blower setting on high. This will ensure adequate system

lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor dam-

age when the system is started again.

• 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 heat-

ing elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking

with warm water.

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Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive

window cleaners on the interior surface of the window.

• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.

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Outside Air Intake

Operating Tips Chart

Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the

windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves

collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they

enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. In

winter months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice,

slush, and snow.

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A/C Air Filter

The climate control system filters out dust and pollen from

the air. Contact an authorized dealer to service your A/C

air filter, and to have it replaced when needed.

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