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Climate control / Defrosting
Defrosting
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Select the“” or“” mode to defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front door windows.
NOTE
. When the“” or“” mode is selected, the air conditioner compressor operates automatically regardless of the position of the air conditioner button to defrost the windshield more quickly. However the indicator on the air conditioner button will not illuminate. At the same time, the air inlet selection is automatically set to the outside air mode.
For type A climate control system, in this state: – You cannot stop the air conditioner compressor by pressing the air conditioner button. – You cannot select the recirculation mode by pressing the air inlet selection button.. For types B and C climate control system, after defrosting the windshield by pressing the defroster button“”, pressing the button again returns the system to the setting that had been selected before the defroster was activated.
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner
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& Cleaning ventilation grille
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1) Front ventilation inlet grille
Always keep the front ventilation inlet grille free of snow, leaves, or other obstructions to ensure efficient heating and defrosting. Since the condenser is located in front of the radiator, this area should be kept clean because cooling performance is impaired by any accumulation of insects and leaves on the condenser.
& Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight
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After parking in direct sunlight, drive with the windows open for a few minutes to