GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped
The windshield wiper de-icer is a heating
element located at the base of the windshield.
It operates automatically once the following
conditions are met:
Activation By Front Defrost
The wiper de-icer activates automatically
during a cold weather manual start with full
defrost, and when the ambient temperature
is below 33°F (0.6°C).
Activation By Rear Defrost
The wiper de-icer activates automatically
when the Rear Defrost is operating and the
ambient temperature is below 33°F (0.6°C).
Activation By Remote Start Operation
When the Remote Start is activated and the
outside ambient temperature is less than
33°F (0.6°C) the windshield wiper de-icer is
activated. Exiting remote start will resume its
previous operation, except if the Windshield
Wiper De-Icer is active. If the Windshield
Wiper De-Icer is active, the timer and opera
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tion will continue.
Operating Tips Chart
WEATHER
CONTROL SETTINGS
Hot Weather And
Vehicle Interior Is Very
Hot
Set the mode control
to (Panel Mode),
(A/C) on, and
blower on high. Roll
down the windows for
a minute to flush out
the hot air. Adjust the
controls as needed to
achieve comfort.
Warm Weather
Turn (A/C) on and
set the mode control
to (Panel Mode).
Cool Sunny
Operate in
(Bi-Level Mode).
Cool & Humid
Conditions
Set the mode control
to (Mix Mode)
position and turn
(A/C) on to keep
windows clear.
Cold Weather
Set the mode control
to (Floor Mode). If
windshield fogging
starts to occur, move
the control to (Mix
Mode).
WEATHER
CONTROL SETTINGS
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