Operation
(Off): Turns the climate
control system off. Outside
air still enters the vehicle and is directed to the floor. The
airflow direction and temperature can be adjusted.
Temperature Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature.
(Fan Control): Turn clockwise or
counterclockwise to
increase or decrease the fan speed. The fan speed is
temporarily reduced between the transition to a new
mode. The fan will resume when the new mode is
complete.
If the airflow seems low when the fan speed is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air filter may need to be replaced. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter and Scheduled Maintenance.
Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle.
To change the current mode, select one of the following:
(Vent): Air is directed to the
instrument panel
outlets.
(Bi-Level): Air is divided between
the instrument
panel outlets and the floor outlets. Slightly cooler air is
directed to the instrument panel outlets and warmer
air is directed to the floor outlets.
(Floor): Air is directed to the
floor outlets, with
some air directed to the windshield and side window
outlets.
If recirculation is selected while in this mode, it stays on for three minutes to reduce windshield fogging.
(Floor/Defog): This clears the
windows of fog or
moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and side
window outlets and to the floor outlets. The system runs
the air conditioning compressor unless the outside
temperature is near or below freezing.
(Defrost): This mode clears the
windshield of fog or
frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windshield
and side window outlets. The system runs the air
conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature
is near or below freezing.
(Air Conditioning): Press to turn
the air conditioning
system on or off. An indicator light below the button
comes on to show that this mode is on. Air conditioning
can be selected in any mode as long as the fan knob
is not in the off position.
On hot days during the vehicle’s initial start-up, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more efficiently.
For quicker cool down on hot days, do the following:
1. Select .
2. Select .
3. Select .
4. Select the coolest temperature.
5. Select the highest fan speed.
The air-conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so a small amount of water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal.
(Recirculation): Press to turn the
recirculation
mode on. An indicator light below the button comes on
to show that this mode is on. This mode recirculates
and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can
be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering
the vehicle. This mode cannot be selected while in
the defog or defrost modes. If you try to select
the recirculation mode, the indicator light flashes three
times and turns off.
Operation in this mode during periods of high humidity and cool outside temperatures may result in increased window fogging. If window fogging is experienced, select the defrost mode.
See also:
First Engine Oil Change After Every
160 000 km/100,000 Miles
• Automatic transmission fluid change (normal
service). See Automatic Transmission Fluid .
• Spark plug replacement. An Emission Control
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Top Tether Anchor
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Tire Chains
CAUTION:
Do not use tire chains. There is not
enough clearance. Tire chains used on a
vehicle without the proper amount of
clearance can cause damage to the
brakes, suspension, or other vehicle ...