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The defroster heats the window to
remove frost, fog and thin ice from
the interior and exterior of the rear
window, while engine is running.
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Face position
Air flow is directed toward
the upper body and face.
Additionally, each outletcan be controlled to directthe air discharged fromthe outlet.
(outlet port: , )
Face - floor position
Air flow is directedtowards the face and the
floor. The air to the floor is
warmer than the air to the
face (except when the
temperature control is set
to the extreme cold posi-tion).
(outlet port: , , , )
Floor position
Most of the air flow is
directed to the floor, with asmall amount of the airbeing directed to the wind-
shield and side window
defroster.
(outlet port: , , , , )
Floor - defrost position
Most of the air flow is directed to the floor andthe windshield with asmall amount directed to
the side window
defrosters.
(outlet port:
, , , ,)
Defrost position
Most of the air flow is directed to the windshieldwith a small amount of airdirected to the side win-
dow defrosters.
(outlet port: , , ) Instrument panel vents
If air flow control is not satisfactory,
check the instrument panel vents.
The outlet port ( , ) can be opened
or closed separately using the verti-
cal thumbwheel. To close the vent,
rotate it upward to the maximum
position. To open the vent, rotate it
downward.
Also, you can adjust the direction of
air delivery from these vents using
vertical or horizontal thumbwheels
as shown.
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NOTICE
It should be noted that prolonged
operation of the heating in recircu-
lated air position will cause foggingof the windshield and side windows
and the air within the passengercompartment will become stale.
In addition, prolonged use of the air
conditioning with the “recirculated
air position” selected, will result in
excessively dry air in the passengercompartment.
Air conditioning button (if equipped)
Push the A/C button to turn the air conditioning system on (indicator
light will illuminate). Push the button
again to turn the air conditioning sys-
tem off.
WARNING
 Continued climate control system operation in the recir-
culated air position may allowhumidity to increase inside
vehicle which may fog the
glass and obscure visibility.
 Do not sleep in a vehicle withair conditioning or heating
system on. It may cause seri-ous harm or death due to a
drop in the oxygen level
and/or body temperature.
 Continued climate controlsystem operation in the recir-culated air position can cause
drowsiness or sleepiness, and
loss of vehicle control. Set the
air intake control to the out-side (fresh) air position as
much as possible while driv-ing.
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Outside (fresh) air position
The indicator light on the
button is not illuminatedwhen the outside (fresh)air position is selected. With the outside (fresh) air position selected, air
enters the vehicle fromoutside and is heated orcooled according to thefunction selected.
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NOTICE
It should be noted that prolonged
operation of the heating in recircu-
lated air position will cause foggingof the windshield and side windows
and the air within the passengercompartment will become stale.
In addition, prolonged use of the air
conditioning with the “recirculated
air position” selected, will result in
excessively dry air in the passengercompartment. WARNING
 Continued climate control system operation in the recir-
culated air position may allowhumidity to increase inside
vehicle which may fog the
glass and obscure visibility.
 Do not sleep in a vehicle withair conditioning or heating
system on. It may cause seri-ous harm or death due to a
drop in the oxygen level
and/or body temperature.
 Continued climate controlsystem operation in the
reciruclated air position can
cause drowsiness or sleepi-
ness, and loss of vehicle con-
trol. Set the air intake controlto the outside (fresh) air posi-
tion as much as possiblewhile driving.

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Face position
Air flow is directed towardthe upper body and face.
Additionally, each outlet can be controlled to direct the air discharged from the
outlet. (outlet port: , )
Face - floor position
Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor. The
air to the floor is warmer
than the air to the face
(except when the temper-ature control is set to the
extreme cold position).
(outlet port: , , , )
Floor position
Most of the air flow is directed to the floor, with a small amount of the airbeing directed to the wind-
shield and side window
defroster.
(outlet port:
, , , , )
Floor - defrost position
Most of the air flow isdirected to the floor and the windshield with a smallamount directed to the
side window defrosters.
(outlet port:
, , , , ) Defrost button
Most of the air flow is directed to thewindshield with a small amount of
air directed to the side window
defrosters. (outlet port: , , )
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 If warmer air is desired at floor
level for bi-level operation, set the
mode to the position and
adjust the temperature control to
maintain maximum comfort.
 When maximum cooling is
desired, set the temperature con-
trol to the minimum 17 °C/62 °F
and set the air intake to the recir-culated air position, then set the
fan speed control to the highestspeed.✽✽ NOTICE
When using the air conditioning sys-
tem, monitor the temperature gauge
closely while driving up hills or inheavy traffic when outside tempera-
tures are high. Air conditioning sys-tem operation may cause engineoverheating. Continue to use the
blower fan but turn the air condi-
tioning system off if the temperaturegauge indicates engine overheating. Air conditioning system oper- ation tips  If the vehicle has been parked in
direct sunlight during hot weather,
open the windows for a short time
to let the hot air inside the vehicle
escape.
 To help reduce moisture inside of
windows on rainy humid days,decrease the humidity inside the
vehicle by operating the air condi-tioning system.
 During air conditioning system
operation, you may occasionallynotice a slight change in enginespeed at idle as the air condition-
ing compressor cycles on. This is
a normal system operation charac-
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For maximum defrosting, set the
temperature control to the extreme
right/hot position and the fan speedcontrol to the highest speed.
 If warm air to the floor is desired
while defrosting or defogging, setthe mode to the floor-defrost posi-tion.
 Before driving, clear all snow andice from the windshield, rear win-
dow, outside rear view mirrors, and
all side windows.
 Clear all snow and ice from the
hood and air inlet in the cowl grill to
improve heater and defroster effi-ciency and to reduce the probabili-
ty of fogging up inside of the wind-shield. Defogging logic
Manual climate control system
To reduce the probability of fogging up the inside of the windshield, the
air intake control is set to the outside(fresh) air position automatically if
any of following occur. 
The mode is selected to the ,
or while the system is acti-
vated.
 The ignition switch is turned on while the mode is selected to the
, or .
In this case, the air conditioning will
automatically operate if the mode is
selected to the or .
If you don ’t want the air-conditioning
or outside (fresh) air position, press
the corresponding button to cancel
the operation. How to cancel or return defogging
logic of manual climate control system
1. Turn the ignition switch to the
“ON ”
position.
2. Turn the fan speed control knob to the “0”position.
3. Turn the mode selection knob to the defrost position ( ).
4. Push the air intake control button ( ) at least 5 times within 3
seconds.
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Driving tips
BEFORE DRIVING
Before entering vehicle:
 Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
 Check the condition of the tires.
 Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
 Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil,
engine coolant, brake fluid, and
washer fluid should be checked on a
regular basis, with the exact interval
depending on the fluid. Further
details are provided in Section 7,
Maintenance. Before starting
 Close and lock all doors.
 Position the seat so that all con-
trols are easily reached.
 Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
 Be sure that all lights work.
 Check all gauges.
 Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
 Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning lightgoes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and itsequipment.
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WARNING - Driving under
the influence of alcohol or drugs
Drinking and driving is danger-
ous. Drunk driving is the num-
ber one contributor to the high-
way death toll each year. Even asmall amount of alcohol will
affect your reflexes, perceptions
and judgement.
You are much more likely to
have a serious accident if you
drink and drive.
If you are drinking or taking
drugs, don’t drive. Do not ridewith a driver who has beendrinking or taking drugs.Choose a designated driver orcall a cab. Driving while under the influ-
ence of drugs is as dangerous
or more dangerous than drivingdrunk.