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NOTEWhile the engine coolant temperature is low, the tempera-
ture of the air from the heater will be cool/cold until the
engine warms up, even if you have selected warm air with
the dial.
Mode selection dial
N00737100123
To change the position and amount of air flowing from the
vents, turn the mode selection dial. (Refer to “Changing the
mode selection” on page 5-3.)
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The mode selection indicator (A) and front defroster indicator
(B) are displayed.
Air selection switch
N00737200270
Normally, use the outside position to keep the windshield and
side windows clear and to quickly remove fog or frost from the
windshield.
To change the air selection, simply press the air selection
switch.
Outside air {Indicator light (A) OFF and indicator (B)
ON}
Recirculated air {Indicator light (A) ON and indicator (C)
ON}
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When the air conditioning turns on, the air selection will be
controlled automatically. When the air conditioning turns off,
the air selection automatically goes back to the outside posi-
tion. The air selection indicator shows the selected position.
If high cooling performance is desired, or if the outside air is
dusty or contaminated in some way, use the recirculation posi-
tion. Switch to the outside position every now and then to keep
the windows from fogging up.NOTEWhen the “ ” or “ ” position is selected, you cannot
turn the air conditioning off or select the recirculation
position.
This prevents the windows from fogging up.
When the mode selection dial or the blower speed selec-
tion dial is set to the “AUTO” position again after manual
operation, the air selection switch will also be automati-
cally controlled.
When the coolant temperature rises above a certain point
the air selection is automatically switched to the recircula-
tion position and the indicator light (A) turns on. When
this occurs the system will not switch to the outside posi-
tion even if the selection switch is pushed.
Air conditioning switch
N00737300226
Push the switch, and the air conditioning compressor will turn
on. The air conditioning indicator light (A) will come on.
CAUTION
!Using recirculated air for a long time may cause the
windows to fog up.
(Green)
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The air conditioning indicator (B) is displayed.
Push the switch again and the air conditioning compressor will
stop and the air conditioning indicator goes off.
NOTEIf a problem is detected in the air conditioning compres-
sor, the air conditioning indicator light (A) blinks. Press
the air conditioning switch once to turn it off, then once
more to turn it back on. If the air conditioning indicator
light (A) does not blink, there is no problem. If it does
blink, have it checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors
dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
Sometimes, for example after using a high-pressure car
wash, the condenser can get wet, and the air conditioning
indicator light (A) blinks temporarily. In this case there is
nothing wrong. Wait for a while, press the air conditioning
switch once to turn the system off, then once more to turn
it back on. Once the water evaporates, the blinking will
stop.
CAUTION
!Using the air conditioning slightly increases the
engine idle speed. Therefore, make sure your foot is
firmly on the brake pedal when shifting the tran-
saxle into drive.
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Operating the air conditioning system (automatic
mode)
N00731700202
In normal conditions, use the system in the AUTO mode and
follow these procedures:
1. Set the blower speed selection dial to the “AUTO” posi-
tion.
2. Select the temperature control dial to the desired tempera-
ture. The temperature can be set within a range of around
61 to 89 (Type 1) or 18 to 32 (Type 2). The temperature
may be set higher by turning the dial to the right.3. Set the mode selection dial to the “AUTO” position.
The AUTO mode indicator (A) is displayed.
The vents (except “ ” and “ ”), recirculation/outside air,
blower speed, and ON/OFF of air conditioning will be con-
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NOTESet the temperature {at about 75 (Type 1) or 25 (Type 2)
under normal conditions}.
When the temperature is set to the highest or the lowest
setting under the AUTO operation, the air selection and
the air conditioning will be automatically changed as fol-
lows.
• Quick Heating (When the temperature is set to the high-
est setting)
Outside air will be introduced and the air conditioning
will stop.
• Quick Cooling (When the temperature is set to the low-
est setting)
Inside air will be recirculated and the air conditioning
will operate.
When the temperature is set to the highest setting, you can
turn the air conditioning on.
Operating the air conditioning system (manual
mode)
N00731800027
Blower speed and vent mode may be controlled manually by
setting the blower speed selection dial and the mode selection
dial to the desired positions. To return to automatic operation,
set the dials to the “AUTO” position.Defrosting or defogging the windshield and door win-
dows
N00732400310
To remove frost or fog from the windshield and door windows,
use the mode selection dial (“ ” or “ ”).
CAUTION
!For safety, make sure you have a clear view through
all the windows.
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For ordinary defrosting
Use this setting to keep the windshield and door windows clear,
and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in rain or snow).
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Select your desired blower speed by turning the blower
speed selection dial.
3. Select your desired temperature by turning the tempera-
ture control dial.For quick defrosting
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Set your blower to the maximum speed.
3. Set the temperature to the highest position.
NOTEWhen the mode selection dial is set to the “ ” or “ ”
position, the air conditioning compressor runs automati-
cally. The outside air position will also be selected auto-
matically. (In this case, the air conditioning indicator light
will not change.)
When the “ ” or “ ” position is selected, you cannot
turn the air conditioning off or use the recirculation posi-
tion. This prevents the windows from fogging up.
When defrosting, do not set the temperature control dial to
the maximum cool position. This would blow cool air on
the window glass and fog it up.
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To stop the air conditioning
N00732500021
To turn the air conditioning off, set the blower speed selection
dial to the “OFF” position. All operations will stop except the
air selection.
Rear cooler (For vehicles with automatic
air conditioning)
N00737400038
The rear cooler can only be used while the operation indicator
light (A) illuminates. The operation indicator light illuminates
when the mode selection dial is set to the “ ” or “ ” posi-
tion.
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