DEFROSTING/DEFOGGING

Use the heating/ventilation system to defrost or defog the windshield:
To remove interior fog on the windshield: o Set the air flow control to the defrost (
) position (The A/C will automatically be turned on and "Fresh" mode will be activated.). o Set the temperature control to the desired position.
o Set the fan speed control between "1" and "4" position.

To remove the frost or exterior fog on the windshield: o Set the air flow control to the defrost (
) position (The A/C will automatically be turned on and "Fresh" mode will be activated.). o Set the temperature control to warm.
o Set the fan speed control to position "3" or "4".
NOTE:
When the A/C is operated continuously on the floor-defrost level (
)
or defrost level (
), it may cause fog
to form on the exterior windshield. If this occurs, set the air flow control to the face level position (
) and fan speed
control to the low position.
Operation Tips
o To keep dust or unpleasant fumes from entering the car through the ventilation system, temporarily set the air intake control at the (
) position. Be sure to return the control to the (
) position when the irritation has passed to keep fresh air in the vehicle. This will help keep the driver alert and comfortable. o Air for the heating/cooling system is drawn in through the grilles just ahead of the windshield. Care should be taken that these are not blocked by leaves, snow, ice or other obstructions.
o To prevent interior fog on the windshield, set the air intake control to the fresh air (
) position, fan speed to the desired
position, turn on the air conditioning system, and adjust temperature control to desired temperature.
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