Automatic Defog System on Vehicles with Automatic Climate Control

The Automatic Defog System reduces the possibility of fogging on the inside of the windshield by detecting moisture inside the windshield.

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

Information

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

When the Automatic Defog System is operating, the indicator light illuminates.

If high humidity is detected inside the vehicle, the Automatic Defog System is activated.

The following steps are performed automatically:

Step 1) The A/C is turned on and the fresh air mode is selected.
Step 2) The defrost mode is selected.
Step 3) The fan speed is set to MAX.

If the A/C is turned off or the recirculation mode is manually selected while the Automatic Defog System is on, the Automatic Defog System indicator will flash 3 times, signaling that the manual operation has canceled the function.

Turning the Automatic Defog System ON or OFF

Climate Control System

Press and hold the windshield defrost button for 3 seconds with the ignition switch in the ON position. When the Automatic Defog System is turned off, the ADS OFF symbol will flash 3 times and the message "ADS OFF" will appear on the climate control information screen.

When the Automatic Defog System is on, the ADS OFF symbol flashes 6 times without a signal.

Infotainment System

The Automatic Defog System can be turned on and off by selecting Settings > Vehicle > Climate > Defog/Defrost Options > Auto Defog in the settings menu.

Information

• Do not select recirculation while the Automatic Defog System is operating.
• When the Automatic Defog System is operating, fan speed control, temperature control and air intake control selection are all disabled.

NOTICE

Do not remove the sensor cover located on the top of the windshield. Damage may not be covered by your vehicle warranty.