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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Vacation/Storage
For information on maintaining the Climate
Control system when the vehicle is being stored
for an extended period of time, see
Window Fogging
Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in
mild, rainy, and/or humid weather. To clear the
windows, select Defrost or Mix mode and
increase the front blower speed. Do not use the
Recirculation mode without A/C for long
periods, as fogging may occur.
Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in
front of the windshield, is free of obstructions,
such as leaves. Leaves collected in the air
intake may reduce airflow, and if they enter the
air distribution box, they could plug the water
drains. In Winter months, make sure the air
intake is clear of ice, slush, and snow.
Cabin Air Filter
The Climate Control system filters out dust and
pollen from the air. Contact an authorized
dealer to service your cabin air filter, and to
have it replaced when needed.
System Maintenance
In Winter, the Climate Control system must be
turned on at least once a month for
approximately 10 minutes.
Have the system inspected at an authorized
dealer before the summer.
NOTE:
The system uses R-1234yf (refrigerant) which
does not pollute the environment in the event of
accidental leakage. Under no circumstances is
the use of R-134a (refrigerant) allowed.
Rapid Window Demisting (MAX-Defrost
Function)
Push the MAX-defrost button to activate (LED
on) the windshield and side window demisting
function.
The Climate Control system carries out the
following operations:
Turns on the air conditioning compressor
when environmental conditions are suitable
Turns air recirculation off
Sets blower fan to the maximum speed and
displays the fan speed (Blower Control Indi
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cator LED illuminated)
Directs air flow to windshield and front side
window diffusers
Activates the heated rear window defrost
Activates the heated windshield (if equipped)
When the function is activated, the AUTO button
LED turns off. With the function activated, the
only possible manual adjustments are pushing
the A/C control button, adjusting the fan speed
and turning the heated rear window off.
When the Recirculation Control or AUTO buttons
are pushed, the Climate Control system will
deactivate the Front Defrost (MAX-DEF)
function.
Selecting the footwell/windshield or only
windshield distribution activates the Climate
Control system compressor and the air
recirculation is set to outside air intake.
This logic guarantees optimum visibility at the
windows. Max-defrost is also available in
manual mode.
Climate Control System Compressor
Push the A/C Control button to activate/
deactivate the compressor (activation is
indicated by the LED on the button turning on).
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