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NOTEFor quick heating, set the blower speed selection dial to
the position shown in the illustration.
Cooling
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For ordinary cooling
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Push the air selection switch (A) to set it to the outside air
position.
3. Push the air conditioning switch (B).
4. Change the temperature by turning the control dial clock-
wise or counterclockwise.
5. Set the desired blower speed.
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NOTEIf the outside air is dusty or contaminated in some way,
push the air selection switch (A) to set it to the recircula-
tion position. Let in some outside air from time to time for
good ventilation.
To cool the leg areas, set the mode selection dial to the
“ ” position.
Combination of unheated air and heated air
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Set the mode selection dial to the positions shown in the illus-
tration and set the air selection switch (A) to the outside air
position.
The air flow will be directed to the leg area and the upper part
of the passenger compartment. Set the desired blower speed.
Warm air flows to the leg area and unheated or slightly warm
air (depending upon the position of the temperature control
dial) flows to the upper part of the passenger compartment.
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Defrosting or defogging (windshield, door windows)
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Set the mode selection dial (between “ ” and “ ”) to
remove frost or mist from the windshield and door window.For ordinary defrosting
Use this setting to keep the windshield and door windows clear
of mist, and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in rain or
snow).
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
2. Set the air selection switch (A) to the outside air position.
3. Select your desired blower speed by turning the blower
speed selection dial.
4. Select your desired temperature by turning the tempera-
ture control dial.
CAUTION
!For safety, make sure you have a clear view through
all the windows.
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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.
NOTEWhile the mode selection dial is set to the “ ” position,
the air conditioning compressor will run automatically.
The outside air position will also be automatically
selected.
If the mode selection dial is set to the “ ” position, you
cannot turn the air conditioning off or select the recircula-
tion position. This prevents the windows from fogging up.
To defog quickly, direct the air flow from the side vents
toward the door windows.
When defrosting, do not set the temperature control dial
near the maximum cool position. This will blow cool air
on the window glass and fog it up.
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5 Automatic air conditioning with Fahrenheit
scale
(if so equipped)
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The air conditioning can only be used while the engine is run-
ning.Control panel
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NOTEThere is an interior air temperature sensor (G) in the illus-
trated position.
Never place anything over the sensor, since doing so will
prevent it from functioning properly.
A- Temperature control dial
B- Air selection switch
C- Blower speed selection dial
D- Air conditioning switch
E- Mode selection dial
F- Electric rear window defogger switch → P. 3-251
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Blower speed selection dial
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When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, select the
blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial.
Turning the dial clockwise will increase the blower speed;
turning the dial counterclockwise will decrease it. When the
dial is set to the “OFF” position, all fan-driven airflow will
stop.
Temperature control dial
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Use this dial to adjust the temperature in the passenger com-
partment. Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to make
the air warmer. Turn it counterclockwise to make the air cooler.
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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.
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.
Also, if the air selection is operated manually after an
automatic changeover, manual operation will be selected.
• 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.
The above indicates the factory settings. You can personalize
the air selection switch and air conditioning switch to match
your personal preferences.
Contact your Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of
your choice for assistance.
Refer to “Personalizing the air conditioning switch (Changing
the function setting)” on page 5-31.
Refer to “Personalizing the air selection (Changing the func-
tion setting)” on page 5-29.
Mode selection dial
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To change the 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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Air selection switch
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Normally, use the outside air 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. A sound will be made every time you press the switch.
Outside air {Indicator light (A) OFF}
Outside air is introduced into the passenger compartment.
Recirculated air {Indicator light (A) ON}
Air is recirculated inside the passenger compartment.When the air conditioning turns on, the air selection is con-
trolled automatically. When the air conditioning turns off, the
air selection automatically goes back to the outside air 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 air position every now and then to
keep the windows from fogging up.
NOTEIf the mode selection dial is set between “ ” and “ ”,
you cannot turn the air conditioning off or select the recir-
culation 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.
CAUTION
!Using recirculated air for a long time may cause the
windows to fog up.
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