Additional Climate Control Features

Automatic Defog System on Models with Automatic Temperature Control (if equipped)

The automatic defogging system helps reduce the possibility of fogging on the inside of the windshield by automatically detecting moisture on the inside of the windshield.

The automatic defogging system operates when the heater or air conditioner is turned on.

Information

The automatic defog system may not operate normally when the outside temperature is below 14°F (10°C).

When the automatic defogging system is operating, the indicator will illuminate.

If increased humidity is detected in the vehicle, the automatic defog system will be activated. The following steps will be performed automatically:

Step 1) The air conditioner turns on.
Step 2) Air intake control changes to fresh air mode.
Step 3) The mode changes from defrost to direct airflow to the windshield.
Step 4) The blower speed is set to MAX.

If the air conditioner is turned off or the recirculation mode is selected manually while the automatic defog system is on, the Automatic Defog System indicator will flash 3 times to signal that the manual operation has been canceled.

Turning the Automatic Defog System ON or OFF

Climate Control System

Press and hold the windshield defroster button for 3 seconds with the ignition switch or Engine Start/Stop button in the ON position. When the Auto Defog System is turned off, the ADS OFF symbol will flash 3 times, and ADS OFF will be displayed on the information screen.

When the automatic defog system is on, the ADS OFF symbol will flash 6 times without a signal.

Infotainment System

Information

• When the A/C is turned on by the automatic defogging system, if you try to turn off the A/C, the indicator will blink 3 times and the air conditioning will not turn off.
• To maintain the efficiency and effectiveness of the automatic defogging system, do not select recirculation mode while the system is operating.
• When the automatic defog system is operating, blower speed adjustment, temperature adjustment, and air intake selection controls are disabled.

NOTICE

Do not remove the sensor cover located on the upper end of the windshield glass.

Damage to system components may occur and may not be covered by your vehicle warranty.

Automatic Dehumidification

To improve cabin air quality and reduce windshield fogging, recirculation mode is automatically turned off after approximately 5 to 30 minutes, depending on the outside temperature, and the air intake will switch to fresh air mode.

Turning Automatic Dehumidification ON or OFF

Climate Control System

To turn the automatic dehumidification function on or off, select the face level () mode, and while holding the A/C icon, press the air intake control () button at least five times within three seconds. When automatic dehumidification is on, the air intake control button indicator will flash 6 times. When turned off, the indicator will flash 3 times.

Washer Fluid Recirculation

The recirculation mode is automatically activated to reduce any unwanted washer fluid odor from entering the cabin when the windshield washer is used.

When switching to recirculation mode, an unpleasant odor may enter the vehicle.

However, in cold weather, recirculation mode cannot be selected to prevent the windshield from fogging.

Turning Washer Fluid Recirculation ON or OFF

Climate Control System

To turn the washer fluid recirculation function on or off, select the floor level () mode, and then press the air intake control () four times within two seconds when the Air Conditioning icon button is pressed.

When activated while using washer fluid, with the air intake control ON, the button indicator will blink 6 times. When OFF, the indicator will blink 3 times.

Sunroof Air Recirculation Inside

When the sunroof is open, the fresh air mode is selected automatically. At this time, if the air intake control button is pressed, the recirculation mode will be selected, but it will change back to fresh air mode after 3 minutes. When the sunroof is closed, the air intake position will return to the previously selected position.

Driver Automatic Climate Control Based System Settings

The driver's seat warmer, ventilated seat and steering wheel heater are automatically controlled depending on the interior and exterior temperature of the vehicle when the engine is running.

To use these features, they must be enabled in the settings menu on the infotainment system screen. Select: