Your vehicle may have the dual automatic climate control system. With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.
When your vehicle is first started and the climate control system is on, or if the climate control system has been turned on, the display will show the driver's temperature setting for five seconds. Then it will show the outside temperature.
Outside Air Temperature Display
A new outside temperature reading will be displayed if the vehicle has been off for more than three hours. If the vehicle has been off for less than three hours, the old temperature reading may be displayed because underhood heat is affecting the true outside temperature.
Since underhood heat can also affect the outside temperature while the engine is running, it may take several minutes of driving before the display updates to the actual outside temperature.
OFF: Press this button to turn off the entire climate control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, and will be directed to the floor. Press the AUTO button, the mode button, the fan arrows, or either temperature knob to turn the system on.MODE: Press this button to manually select the air delivery mode to the floor, instrument panel, or windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected mode until the mode button is pressed again or the AUTO button is pressed.
Driver's Side Temperature Knob: Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or lower the temperature on the driver's side of the vehicle. The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing and the word "DRIVER" will appear on the display. This knob can also adjust the passenger's side temperature setting simultaneously if the two zones are linked. The words "DRIVER and PASS" will then appear on the display.
Passenger's Side Temperature Knob: Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or lower the temperature on the passenger's side of the vehicle. The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing and the word "PASS" will appear on the display. The passenger's temperature setting can be set to match and link to the driver's temperature setting by pressing and holding the AUTO button for three seconds. Now, by adjusting the driver's side temperature setting, the passenger's side temperature setting will follow and both "DRIVER and PASS" will appear on the display. The passenger's side temperature setting also resets and relinks to the driver's side temperature setting if the vehicle has been off for more than two hours.
Automatic Operation
AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is active, the system will control the inside temperature, the air delivery mode, and the fan speed.Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode:
- Press the AUTO button.
- Set the driver's and passenger's temperature.
When AUTO is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet mode will be automatically controlled. The air conditioning compressor will run when the outside temperature is over approximately 40°F (4°C). The air inlet will normally be set to outside air. If it's hot outside, the air inlet will automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle.
To find your comfort setting, start with a 72°F (22°C) temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate. Turn the driver's or passenger's side temperature knob to adjust the temperature setting as necessary. If you choose the temperature setting of 60°F (15°C), the system will remain at the maximum cooling setting. If you choose the temperature setting of 90°F (32°C), the system will remain at the maximum heat setting. Choosing either maximum setting may not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster.
Manual Operation
To change the current setting, select one of the following:
(Fan): This button allows you to manually adjust the fan speed. Press the up arrow to increase fan speed and the down arrow to decrease fan speed. The display will change to show you the selected fan speed and the driver's side temperature setting for five seconds.(Mode): Press this button to manually change the direction of the airflow in your vehicle. Keep pressing the button until the desired mode appears on the display. The display will change to show you the selected air delivery mode and the driver's temperature setting for five seconds.
(Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets.
(Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. A little air is directed toward the windshield and the side window outlets. Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets.
(Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets. Some air also comes out of the defroster and side window outlets. The recirculation button cannot be selected in floor mode.
(Recirculation): Press this button to turn recirculation mode on or off. When this button is pressed, an indicator light in the button will also come on to let you know that it is activated. Recirculation mode is used to recirculate the air inside of your vehicle. Use this mode to help prevent outside odors and/or dust from entering your vehicle or to help cool the air inside of your vehicle more quickly. Recirculation mode can be used with vent and bi-level modes, but it cannot be used with floor, defog or defrost modes. If the weather is cold and damp, the system may cause the windows to fog while using recirculation mode. If the windows do start to fog, select defog or defrost mode.
A/C (Air Conditioning): Press this button to manually turn the air conditioning system on or off. When the system is on, the system will automatically begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle. If you select air conditioning off while in front defrost or defog mode, the air conditioning off symbol will flash to let you know this option is not allowed. You may notice a slight change in engine performance when the air-conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again. This is normal.
A/C OFF (Air Conditioning Off): When you turn the air conditioning off, the words "A/C OFF" will appear on the display. When the air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode, the system will run the air conditioning automatically.
Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from your windshield.
(Defog): Use this setting to clear the windows of fog or moisture. This setting will deliver air to the floor and windshield outlets.(Front Defrost): Press the front defrost button to clear the windshield and side windows of frost or fog quickly. The system will automatically control the fan speed if you select defrost from AUTO mode. If the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or warmer, your air conditioning compressor will automatically run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window.
(Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. The rear window defogger can only be activated if the tailgate window is fully closed. The Driver Information Center will display "Tailgate Glass Down" to indicate that the rear window defogger has been disabled because the window is not fully closed.An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated.
The rear window defogger will turn off approximately 10 minutes after the button is pressed. If you need additional warming time, press the button again.
Notice: Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass. These actions may damage the rear defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Outlet Adjustment
Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel to direct the airflow.
Ventilation System
For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use the vent setting to direct outside air through your vehicle.
Your vehicle's ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side windows closed, air will flow into the front air inlet grilles, through the vehicle and out the air exhaust valves.
Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning compressor is running, unless you have pressed the recirculation button .
Operation Tips
| • | Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. |
| • | When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the fan knob all the way to the right for a few moments before driving. This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your window. |
| • | Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. |
| • | Adding outside equipment to the front of your vehicle, such as hood-air deflectors, may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. |
