Principle of Operation
Outside Air
Keep the air intakes in front of the windshield free from obstruction (such as snow or leaves) to allow the climate control system to function effectively.
Recirculated Air
WARNING
Prolonged use of recirculated air may cause the windows to mist up. If the windows mist up, follow the settings for demisting the windshield.
The air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates. Outside air does not enter your vehicle.
Heating
Heating performance depends on the temperature of the engine coolant.
Air Conditioning
Note: The air conditioning operates only when the temperature is above 39ºF (4ºC).
Note: When you use air conditioning, your vehicle uses more fuel.
The system directs air through the evaporator for cooling. The evaporator extracts humidity from the air to help keep the windows free of mist. The system directs the resulting condensation to the outside of your vehicle, which may cause a small pool to form under your vehicle.
This is normal.
General Information on Controlling the Interior Climate
Fully close all the windows.
Warming the Interior
Direct the air toward your feet. In cold or humid weather conditions, direct some of the air toward the windshield and the door windows.
Cooling the Interior
Direct the air toward your face.
Air Vents
Center Air Vents
Side Air Vent
Manual Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control (If equipped)
You can also use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice.
This can reduce the time needed to cool the interior and reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle.
Temperature Control
You can set the temperature between 61ºF (16ºC) and 82ºF (28ºC). In position low, the system switches to permanent cooling.
In position high, the system switches to permanent heating.
Note: If you select either position low or high, the system will not regulate a stable temperature.
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
General Hints
Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may cause the windows to fog up.
Note: A small amount of air may be felt from the footwell air vents regardless of the air distribution setting.
Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside your vehicle, do not drive with the system switched off or with recirculated air always switched on.
Note: Do not place objects under the front seats as this may interfere with the airflow to the rear seats.
Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield.
Manual Climate Control
Note: To reduce fogging of the windshield during humid weather, adjust the air distribution control to the windshield air vents position. Increase the temperature and fan speed to improve clearing, if required.
Automatic Climate Control
Note: Do not adjust the settings when your vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold. The system automatically adjusts to the previously stored settings. For the system to function efficiently, the instrument panel and side air vents should be fully open.
Note: At low ambient temperatures with AUTO selected, the air stream is directed toward the windshield and side windows for as long as the engine remains cold.
Note: When the system is switched off, outside air is prevented from entering your vehicle.
Note: When you select AUTO mode and the interior and exterior temperatures are high, the system automatically selects recirculated air to maximize cooling of the interior. When the desired air temperature is reached, the system automatically selects outside air.
Note: When you select windshield defrosting and defogging, the instrument panel and footwell level functions automatically switch off and air conditioning switches on. Outside air flows into your vehicle.
Heating the Interior Quickly
Recommended Settings for Heating
Cooling the Interior Quickly
Recommended Settings for Cooling
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient Temperatures
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather
Maximum Cooling Performance in Instrument Panel or Instrument Panel and Footwell Positions
1. Adjust the temperature control to the lowest setting.
2. Press the A/C and recirculated air buttons.
3. Adjust the fan speed to the highest setting initially and then adjust it to suit the desired comfort level.
Heated Windows and Mirrors
Heated Windows
Use the heated windows to defrost or demist the rear window.
Note: The heated windows operate only when the engine is running.
Heated Rear Window
Heated Exterior Mirrors
Electric exterior mirrors have a heating element that will defrost or demist the mirror glass. They will switch on automatically when you switch the heated rear window on.
Cabin Air Filter
Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter. It is located behind the center console.
The particulate filtration system reduces the concentration of airborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in the air supplied to the interior of your vehicle.
Note: Make sure you have a cabin air filter installed at all times. This prevents foreign objects from entering the system. Running the system without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the system.
The particulate filtration system gives you and your passengers the following benefits:
Replace the filter at regular intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance.
For additional cabin air filter information, or to replace the filter, see an authorized dealer.
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