Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window.
window defogger on or off. An indicator light
comes on to indicate that the rear window
defogger is on. Be sure to clear as much snow as
possible from the rear window.
If driving below 50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window
defogger turns off about 15 minutes after the
button is pressed. If turned on again, the defogger
only runs for about seven and one-half minutes
before turning off. The defogger can also be turned
off by pressing the button again or by turning off
the engine.If your vehicle’s speed is maintained above
50 mph (80 km/h), the rear window defogger
remains on once the button is pressed.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the
rear defogger automatically turns on if it is
cold outside. When the vehicle transitions out of
the remote start mode, the rear defogger turns off.
SeeRemote Keyless Entry System Operation
on page 101.
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 your warranty.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license,
tape, a decal or anything similar to the
defogger grid.
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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.
Also be careful not to cover the sensor grille
on the lower right side of the climate
control faceplate. This senses the inside
vehicle temperature needed for proper
regulation.
To avoid blowing cold air at start-up in cold
weather, the system delays turning on the fan
until warm air is available. The length of
delay depends on the engine coolant
temperature. Turning the fan knob overrides
this delay and change the fan to a selected
speed.
If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the
climate control display initially shows “AS” in place
of the temperature to indicate the remote start
has been activated. The remote start system turns
on using the last temperature selected before
the vehicle was last turned off.For best performance, turn the fan and mode
knobs to the AUTO position. The fan speed and
air delivery modes will change to achieve the best
comfort.
If the outside air temperature is below 45°F and
the air delivery mode knob is set to AUTO,
the automatic climate control system starts in the
defrost mode to clear the window.
The automatic climate control changes back to
manual operation by turning the vehicle on with
the key.
Manual Operation
You can manually adjust the air delivery mode or
fan speed.
9(Off):Select this position on the fan knob to
turn off the entire climate control system.
Outside air will still enter the vehicle, and be
directed to the oor. This direction can be changed
by changing the mode position. The temperature
can also be adjusted using either the up or
down arrow temperature buttons.
9(Fan):Turn the knob with the fan symbol to
manually adjust the fan speed.
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