Climate Control Systems
The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

A. Temperature Control
B. Air Delivery Modes
C. Fan Control
D. Recirculation
E. Air Conditioning
F. Rear Window Defogger
G. Defrost
(Fan Control): Turn the knob clockwise
or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob completely
to 0 to turn off the fan.
Temperature Control: Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature setting.
Air Delivery Mode Control: Press
,
or
to change the direction of the
airflow. An indicator light comes on in the selected mode button.
(Floor): Air is directed to the
floor outlets.
(Vent): Air is directed to the
instrument panel outlets.
(Defog): Air is directed to the
windshield, floor outlets, and side window vents.
(Defrost): Press to clear the windshield
of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield.
For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
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