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∙ When theposition is selected, the
air conditioner automatically turns on if
the outside temperature is more than
36°F (2°C). 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 im-
prove the defogging performance. The
recirculation mode cannot be activated
in the
position.
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 posi-
tion. The indicator light on
the
button will go off.
2. Press the
air flow control button.
3. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position.
Heating and defogging
This mode heats the interior and defogs
the windshield. 1. Press the
air flow control button.
2. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position between the
middle and the hot position.
∙ When the
position is selected, the
air conditioner automatically turns on if
the outside temperature is more than
36°F (2°C). If the
air flow control
button is selected for more than 1 min-
ute, the air conditioning system will
continue to operate until the
fan
speed 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 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.
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 speed
control dial to the desired position, and
press the
button to activate the air
conditioner. When the air conditioner is on,
cooling and dehumidif ying functions are
added to the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function op-
erates only when the engine is running.
Cooling
This mode is used to cool and dehumidif y
the air.
1. Press the
button to the OFF posi-
tion.
2. Press the
air flow control button.
3. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position.
4. Press the
button.
5. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position.
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∙ For quick cooling when the outsidetemperature 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 dehumidif y
the air.
1. Press the
air flow control button.
2. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position.
3. Press the
button on.
4. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position.
Dehumidified defogging
This mode is used to defog the windows
and dehumidif y the air.
1. Press the
air flow control button.
2. Turn the
fan speed control dial to
the desired position. ∙ When the
orare selected,
the air conditioner automatically turns
on if the outside temperature is more
than 36° F (2° C). 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 im-
prove the defogging performance.
∙ The air conditioner is always on in the
mode, regardless of whether
the indicator light is on or off.
3. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position.
Operating tips
∙ Keep the windows and moonroof (if soequipped) closed while the air condi-
tioner is in operation.
∙ Af ter parking in the sun, drive for two or three minutes with the windows open
to vent hot air from the passenger
compartment. Then, close the win-
dows. This allows the air conditioner to
cool the interior more quickly. ∙
The air conditioning system should
be operated for approximately
10 minutes at least once a month.
This helps prevent 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. The air re-
circulation (
) button should always
be in the OFF position for heating and
defrosting.
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1. Driver temperature control dial
2. A/C (air conditioner) button
3.
Front window defroster button
4.
Fan speed control dial
5. OFF button
6.
Fresh air intake button
7.
Air recirculation button
8. Passenger temperature control dial
9. DUAL button 10. Air flow control buttons
11. AUTO button
Type A (if so equipped)
LHA2886
HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER
(automatic) (if so equipped)
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1. Driver temperature control dial
2. A/C (air conditioner) button
3.
Front window defroster button
4.
Fan speed control dial
5. OFF button
6.
Rear window defroster switch
7.
Air recirculation button
8. Passenger temperature control dial
9. DUAL button 10. Air flow control buttons
11. AUTO button
Type B (if so equipped)
LHA2611
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1. Driver temperature control dial
2. A/C (air conditioner) button
3.
Front window defroster button
4.
Fan speed control dial
5. OFF button
6.
Outside mirror defroster switch
7.
Air recirculation button
8. Passenger temperature control dial
9. DUAL button 10. Air flow control buttons
11. AUTO button
WARNING
∙ The air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is
running.
∙ Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the assis-
tance of others alone in your vehicle.
Pets should also not be lef t alone.
They could accidentally injure them-
selves 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 inte-
rior air to become stale and the win-
dows to fog up.
Start the engine and operate the controls
to activate the air conditioner.
NOTE:
∙ Odors from inside and outside the ve-
hicle can build up in the air condi-
tioner unit. Odor can enter the pas-
senger compartment through the
vents.
Type C (if so equipped)
LHA3168
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