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●When theposition is selected, the air
conditioner automatically turns on if the out-
side temperature is more than 36°F (2°C) .
This dehumidifies the air which helps defog
the windshield. The
mode automati-
cally turns off, allowing outside air to be
drawn into the passenger compartment to
further improve the defogging performance.
Under this condition, the indicator light on
the A/C button indicator will not turn on if the
user had selected the A/C off. Turning off the
air conditioning via the A/C button is not
allowed In this mode. If the A/C button indi-
cator was on when entering this mode, and
the A/C button is selected in this mode, the
A/C button indicator will turn off, but the A/C
compressor will still be automatically en-
abled. The recirculation button indicator will
not illuminate if the button is pressed in this
mode.
Bi-level heating
The bi-level mode directs warmed air to the side
and center vents and to the front and rear floor
outlets.
1. Press the
button to the OFF position.
The indicator light on the
button will
go off.
2. Press the
air flow control button.
3. Turn the
fan control dial to the desired
position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position.
Heating and defogging
This mode heats the interior and defogs the wind-
shield.
1. Press the
air flow control button.
2. Turn the
fan control dial to the desired
position.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position between the middle and the
hot position. ●
When the
position is selected, the air
conditioner automatically turns on if the out-
side temperature is more than 36°F (2°C) . If
the
air flow control button is selected
for more than 1 minute, the air conditioning
system will continue to operate until
the
fan control dial is turned to OFF,
the vehicle is shut off, or the A/C button is
used to turn off the compressor even if the
air flow control dial is turned to a position
other than the
position. This dehu-
midifies the air which helps defog the wind-
shield. Under this condition, the indicator
light on the A/C button indicator will not turn
on if the user had selected A/C off. Turning
off the air conditioning via the A/C button is
not allowed in this mode. If the A/C button
indicator was on when entering this mode,
and the A/C button is selected in this mode,
the A/C compressor will still be automati-
cally enabled. It is recommended that
mode be turned off for maximum defogging.
The recirculation button can be selected in
this mode to block outside odors. However,
for maximum defogging in this mode, it is
recommended to turn recirculation off when
possible.
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Operating tips
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
and air inlet in front of the windshield. This
improves heater operation.
AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION
Start the engine, turn thefan control dial to
the desired position, and press the
button
to activate the air conditioner. When the air con-
ditioner is on, cooling and dehumidifying func-
tions are added to the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function oper-
ates only when the engine is running.
Cooling
This mode is used to cool and dehumidify the air.
1. Press the
button to the OFF position.
2. Press the
air flow control button.
3. Turn the
fan control dial to the desired
position.
4. Press the
button. 5. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-
sired position between the middle and the
cold position.
● For quick cooling when the outside tem-
perature is high, press the
button to
the ON position. Be sure to return the
to the OFF position for normal cooling. The
indicator light on the
button will go off.
You may also select MAX A/C for quick
cooling.
Dehumidified heating
This mode is used to heat and dehumidify the air.
1. Press the
button to the OFF position.
The indicator light on the
button will
go off.
2. Press the
air flow control button.
3. Turn the
fan control dial to the desired
position.
4. Press the
button on.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the de- sired position.
Dehumidified defogging
This mode is used to defog the windows and
dehumidify the air.
1. Press the
front defroster button.
2. Turn the
fan control dial to the desired
position.
When the
orpositions are se-
lected, the air conditioner automatically turns on if
the outside temperature is more than 36°F (2°C) .
The air conditioning system will continue to op-
erate until the
fan control dial is turned to
OFF, the air conditioner is turned OFF, or the
vehicle is shut off, even if a position other than
the
air flow control button is selected.
Under this condition, the indicator light on the
A/C button indicator will not turn off if the user
had selected A/C off. Turning off the air condi-
tioning via the A/C button is not allowed in this
mode. If the A/C button indicator was on when
entering this mode, and the A/C button is se-
lected in this mode, the A/C button indicator will
turn off, but the A/C compressor will still be
automatically enabled. This dehumidifies the air
which helps defog the windshield. The
mode automatically turns off, allowing outside air
to be drawn into the passenger compartment to
further improve the defogging performance.
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3. Turn the temperature control dial to the de-sired position.
Operating tips
●Keep the windows closed while the air con-
ditioner is in operation.
● After parking in the sun, drive for 2 or 3 min-
utes with the windows open to vent hot air
from the passenger compartment. Then,
close the windows. This allows the air con-
ditioner to cool the interior more quickly. ●
The air conditioning system should be
operated for approximately 10 minutes
at least once a month. This helps pre-
vent damage to the system due to lack
of lubrication.
● A visible mist may be seen coming from the
ventilators in hot, humid conditions as the air
is cooled rapidly. This does not indicate a
malfunction.
● If the engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates engine coolant tem-
perature over the normal range, turn
the air conditioner off. For additional
information, refer to “If your vehicle
overheats” in the “In case of emer-
gency” section of this manual.
AIR FLOW CHARTS
The following charts show the button and dial
positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating,
cooling or defrosting. For additional information
on heating and cooling, refer to “Heater and air
conditioner (manual)” in this section. The air
recirculation (
) button should always
be in the OFF position for heating and
defrosting.
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1.Front (defroster) button
2. Temperature control dial (driver’s side)/
AUTO button
3. Display screen
4. Temperature control dial (passenger’s
side)/DUAL button 5.Fresh air intake button
6.
Air recirculation button
7. A/C (air conditioner) button
8. MODE (manual air flow control) button
9.
(fan speed control) buttons 10. ON-OFF button
11.
Rear window and/or outside mir-
ror (if so equipped) defroster switch
WARNING
● The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.
● Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the assistance
of others alone in your vehicle. Pets
should also not be left alone. They
could accidentally injure themselves or
others through inadvertent operation of
the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days,
temperatures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause
severe or possibly fatal injuries to
people or animals.
● Do not use the recirculation mode for
long periods as it may cause the interior
air to become stale and the windows to
fog up.
NOTE: ● Odors from inside and outside the vehicle
can build up in the air conditioner unit. Odor
can enter the passenger compartment
through the vents.
LHA3575
HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
(automatic) (if so equipped)
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●When parking, set the heater and air condi-
tioner controls to turn off air recirculation to
allow fresh air into the passenger compart-
ment. This should help reduce odors inside
the vehicle.
AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Cooling or heating (auto)
This mode may be normally used all year round as
the system automatically works to keep a con-
stant temperature. Air flow distribution and fan
speed are also controlled automatically.
1. Press the AUTO button on.
2. Turn the temperature dial to the left or right to set the desired temperature. Driver and
passenger temperatures can be set inde-
pendently. Press the DUAL button to acti-
vate dual climate control functions. Turn the
passenger’s side temperature control dial to
the left or right to set the desired passen-
ger’s temperature.
● Adjust the temperature dial to about 75°F
(24°C) for normal operation. ●
The temperature of the passenger compart-
ment will be maintained automatically. Air
flow distribution, fan speed and A/C on/off
are also controlled automatically. The A/C
button indicator will remain in the last user
setting. Under this condition, the indicator
light on the A/C button indicator will not turn
on if the user had not selected the A/C
button off. Turning off the air conditioning via
the A/C button is not allowed in this mode. If
the A/C button indicator was on when enter-
ing this mode, and the A/C button is se-
lected in this mode, the A/C button indicator
will turn off, but the A/C compressor will still
be automatically enabled. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Air flow control” in this
section.
To turn off the compressor, turn off auto
mode, then turn the A/C on then off until the
A/C button indicator is not lit.
● A visible mist may be seen coming from the
vents in hot, humid conditions as the air is
cooled rapidly. This does not indicate a mal-
function.
Heating (A/C OFF)
The air conditioner does not activate. When you
need to heat only, use this mode.
1. Press the AUTO button. 2. Turn the temperature control dial to set the
desired temperature.
● The temperature of the passenger compart-
ment will be maintained automatically. Air
flow distribution and fan speed are also con-
trolled automatically.
● Do not set the temperature lower than the
outside air temperature. Otherwise, the sys-
tem may not work properly.
● Not recommended if windows fog up.
Dehumidified defrosting or defogging
1. Press thedefroster control button to
turn the system on. The indicator light in the
button will illuminate.
2. Turn the temperature dial to the left or right to set the desired temperature.
● To quickly remove ice from the outside of the
windows, turn the manual fan control to the
maximum position.
● As soon as possible after the windshield is
clean, press the AUTO button to return to
the auto mode.
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