If your vehicle has this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle automatically.

Automatic Operation

To switch the temperature display from degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius, press and hold the AUTO, ECON, and MODE buttons at the same time.

AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is active the system will control the inside temperature, the air delivery, and the fan speed.

OFF: Press this button to turn off the entire climate control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle.

Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode:

1. Put the fan knob on AUTO and press the AUTO button.

When AUTO is selected, the display will change to show the current set temperature, delivery mode and fan speed.

When auto is selected, the air conditioning operation and air inlet will be automatically controlled. The air conditioning compressor will run when as necessary. The air inlet will normally be set to outside air. If it's hot outside, the air inlet may automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle. The light on the button will illuminate in recirculation.

2. Set the temperature.

To find your comfort setting, start with a 71°F (22°C) temperature setting and allow about two to three minutes for the system to regulate. Turn the 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 will not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster.

Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield. This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun load, and also turns on your headlamps. See "Sensor" later in this section for more information.

To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available. The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature. Pressing the fan switch will override this delay and change the fan to a selected speed.

Manual Operation

You may manually adjust the air delivery mode or fan speed.

OFF: Press this button to turn off the entire climate control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle.

(Fan): The knob with the fan symbol allows you to manually adjust the fan speed. Turn it clockwise and counterclockwise to increase and decrease the fan speed. If the fan knob is on AUTO the system will automatically control the fan speed.

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.

Select from the following modes:

(Vent): This setting will deliver air to the instrument panel outlets.

(Bi-Level): This setting will deliver warmer air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets.

(Floor): This setting will deliver air to the floor outlets.

For information on the defog and defrost modes see "Defogging and Defrosting" later in this section.

(Recirculation): Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle. The light on the recirculation button will glow. This is helpful when you are trying to limit odors entering your vehicle and for maximum air conditioning performance in hot weather. Press this button again to allow outside air to enter the vehicle. The light on the recirculation button will go off. If you select recirculation while in defrost or defog, the system will not switch to that mode. This is to prevent fogging. When the weather is cool or damp, operating the system in recirculation for extended periods of time may cause fogging of the vehicle's windows. To clear the fog, select either defog or front defrost. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically to help dehumidify the air.

ECON: Pressing this button will disable the air conditioning compressor. A/C OFF will be displayed on the screen. Press the button again to allow for automatic operation of the air conditioning compressor.

Sensor

A sensor located on top of the instrument panel is used by the automatic climate control system to adjust the automatic operation of the system. Do not cover this sensor.

Defogging and Defrosting

You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture. Use the front defrost button to defrost the front windshield.

(Defog): Use this setting to clear the windows of fog or moisture. Press the mode button to select this setting. This setting will deliver air to the floor and windshield outlets. The air conditioning compressor will automatically run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield.

(Defrost): Press the front defrost button to defrost the windshield and side windows. The air conditioning compressor will automatically run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield. To turn defrost off, press the AUTO or MODE button.

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. 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 15 minutes after the button is pressed. If you need additional warming time, press the button again.

If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors this button will activate them.

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.