Jeep Patriot 2011, Operating Information Manual

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right from the “O” (OFF) position. There are
seven blower speeds.
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Remote Start,
the climate controls will not function during
Remote Start operation if the blower control
is left in the “O” (Off) position.
Temperature Control
Rotate this control to
regulate the tempera-
ture of the air inside the
passenger
compart-
ment. Rotating the dial
left into the blue area of
the
scale indicates
cooler temperatures
while rotating right into
the red area indicates
warmer temperatures.
NOTE:
If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the
A/C condenser located in front of the radia-
tor for an accumulation of dirt or insects.
Clean with a gentle water spray from behind
the radiator and through the condenser.
Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce
airflow to the condenser, reducing air con-
ditioning performance.
Mode Control (Air Direction)
Rotate this control to
choose
from several
patterns of air distribu-
tion. You can select ei-
ther a primary mode as
identified by the sym-
bols on the control, or a
blend of two of these
modes. The closer the
setting is to a particular
symbol, the more air distribution you receive
from that mode.
Panel
Air is directed through the outlets in the
instrument panel. These outlets can be
adjusted to direct airflow.
NOTE:
The center instrument panel outlets can be
aimed so that they are directed toward the
rear seat passengers for maximum airflow
to the rear.
Bi-Level
Air is directed through the panel and
floor outlets.
NOTE:
For all settings except full cold or full hot,
there is a difference in temperature between
the upper and lower outlets. The warmer air
flows to the floor outlets. This feature gives
improved comfort during sunny but cool
conditions.
Floor
Air is directed through the floor outlets
with a small amount flowing through the
defrost and side window demist outlets.
Mix
Air is directed through the floor, defrost,
and side window demist outlets. This
setting works best in cold or snowy
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