The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with
this system. For vehicles with the remote start feature, the climate control system
functions as part of the remote start feature. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
.
Fan Control
(Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the fan speed. To turn the fan off, turn the left knob all
the way counterclockwise. In any setting other than off, the fan runs continuously
with the ignition on. There will be some airflow noticeable from the various outlets
when driving, even with the fan in the off position. This is to ensure some fresh
air is always available in the vehicle. To turn off the air completely, turn the fan
to
and select the recirculation button.
Temperature Control
Temperature Control: Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle.
Air Delivery Mode Control
Use the right knob to select from the following air delivery modes:
There is one position between each mode to finely adjust airflow position.
(Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets.
(Bi-Level): Air is divided between the instrument
panel and the floor outlets.
(Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets with
some air directed to the windshield.
When this mode is selected, the system
turns the recirculation mode off. Recirculation mode cannot be selected while in floor
mode. This is to help prevent window fogging.
(Defog): Half of the air is directed to the floor outlets
and the remaining air to the windshield and side window outlets. Use the defog mode
to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. When this mode is
selected, the system will turn recirculation mode off and run the air conditioning
compressor unless the outside air is at or below freezing. Recirculation mode cannot
be selected while in defog mode. This helps prevent window fogging.
(Defrost): Air is directed to the windshield and the
side window outlets. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield
more quickly. When this mode is selected, the system will turn recirculation mode
off automatically and will run the air conditioning compressor unless the outside
air is at or below freezing. Recirculation mode cannot be selected while in defrost
mode. This helps prevent window fogging.
For best results, clear all
snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.
Air Conditioning
(Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air conditioning
system on or off. An indicator light comes on to show that it is activated. The air
conditioning can be selected in any mode as long as the fan is on and the outside
temperature is above freezing. A flashing indicator light indicates that the air conditioning
compressor is currently not available.
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them.
This helps reduce the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down and helps the system
to operate more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days, select the following settings together:
- Select
mode.
- Select
.
- Turn the
on.
- Select the coolest temperature and highest fan speed.
- Once the vehicle's interior temperature is below the outside temperature,
select recirculation mode for enhanced cooling.
Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside
of the vehicle to become too dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air inside
of the vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off.
The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so a small amount
of water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine.
This is normal.
Outside Air
(Outside Air): Press to turn the
outside air mode on. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that it is
activated. 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 will cancel the recirculation mode.
Recirculation
(Recirculation): Press to turn on the recirculation
mode. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that it is activated. The
air inside the vehicle will be recirculated through the climate control system and
the vehicle, not from outside the vehicle. This mode can be used to prevent outside
air and odors from entering the vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside the
vehicle more quickly. Avoid using the recirculation mode during high periods of humidity
and cool outside temperatures since this may result in increased window fogging. If
window fogging is experienced, select the defrost mode.
Recirculation
mode is not available in floor, defog or defrost modes and will shut off automatically
and change to outside air. The indicator will flash if the button is selected in any
of these modes. This helps prevent window fogging and moisture building up within
the cabin.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window.
The rear window defogger only works when the ignition is in ON/RUN.
(Rear Window Defogger): Press to turn the rear window
defogger on or off. An indicator light on the button comes on to show that the rear
window is activated.
The rear window defogger will stay on for approximately 10 minutes after
the button is pressed, unless the ignition is turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
If turned on again, the defogger only runs for approximately five minutes before turning
off again. At higher vehicle speeds, the defogger may stay on continuously. The defogger
can always be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine.
For vehicles with the remote start feature, the rear defogger will
automatically turn on.
Notice: Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut
or damage the warming grid, and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar
to the defogger grid.
Remote Start Climate Control Operation
For vehicles with the remote start feature and it is activated, the climate
control system heats and cools the inside of the vehicle using the modes that were
set before the vehicle was turned off and the rear defogger automatically turns on.