Chevrolet Captiva Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast LHD-
14860584) - 2021 - CRC - 5/18/20
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Climate Controls
Internal Circulation Mode Button
Press this button during when on a dusty
road, or when you want to prevent the
exhaust or outside smoke entering inside,
or when you want to quickly decrease or
increase temperature in the passenger area.
The indicator on the button illuminates and
air starts to circulate inside the vehicle.
Press this button again to switch to the
external circulation mode.
The indicator will go out and outside fresh
air enters inside.
You may feel tired and sleepy after driving
for long in the internal circulation mode, so
switch to the external mode on a regular
basis to get fresh air.
Rear Windshield Defroster Button
To turn on the rear windshield defroster,
first turn on the ignition switch and then
press the rear windshield defroster button.
The instrument on the button will
illuminate.
Turn off the defroster after your view
becomes clear.
The defroster will also turn off automatically
after about 15 minutes.
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Warning
Do not use a sharp cleaner or one that
would cause glass wear when cleaning
the rear windshield.
Lack of proper maintenance may cause
damage to the defroster or scratches on
the glass.
During vehicle cleaning or when
operating near the rear windshield, take
care not to shake or damage the
defroster wire.
If the driver
’
s view is affected, a crash
can occur, causing personal injuries,
damage to the vehicle, or property loss.
Use of the rear windshield defroster is
prohibited under the following
circumstances:
.
The engine is not running.
.
Snow or ice has deposited on the rear
windshield.
Using the rear windshield defroster under
these circumstances can drain the vehicle
battery.