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SET/RND Button (Random Play Button)

Supported Media (Disc Types)

Press this button while the CD is playing to activate

The MP3 file recording media supported by the radio are

Random Play. This feature plays the selections on the

CDDA, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3, and CDDA+MP3.

compact disc in random order to provide an interesting

Supported Medium Formats (File Systems)

change of pace.

The medium formats supported by the radio are ISO 9660

Press the right SEEK button to move to the next ran-

Level 1 and Level 2 and includes the Joliet extension.

domly selected track.

When reading discs recorded using formats other than

Press the SET/RND button a second time to stop Ran-

ISO 9660 Level 1 and Level 2, the radio may fail to read

dom Play.

files properly and may be unable to play the file nor-

mally. UDF and Apple HFS formats are not supported.

Notes On Playing MP3 Files

The radio uses the following limits for file systems:

The radio can play MP3 files; however, acceptable MP3

file recording media and formats are limited. When

• Maximum number of folder levels: 8

writing MP3 files, pay attention to the following restric-

• Maximum number of files: 255

tions.

• Maximum number of folders. (The radio display of file

names and folder names is limited. For large numbers

of files and/or folders, the radio may be unable to

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display the file name and folder name, and will assign

Supported MP3 File Formats

a number instead. With a maximum number of files,

The radio will recognize only files with the *.MP3 exten-

exceeding 20 folders will result in this display. With

sion as MP3 files. Non-MP3 files named with the *.MP3

200 files, exceeding 50 folders will result in this dis-

extension may cause playback problems. The radio is

play.)

designed to recognize the file as an invalid MP3 and will

• Maximum number of characters in file/folder names:

not play the file.

• Level 1: 12 (including a separator

. and a three-

When using the MP3 encoder to compress audio data to

character extension)

an MP3 file, the bit rate and sampling frequencies in the

• Level 2: 31 (including a separator

. and a three-

following table are supported. In addition, variable bit

character extension)

rates (VBR) are also supported. The majority of MP3 files

use a 44.1 kHz sampling rate and a 192, 160, 128, 96 or

Multisession disc formats are supported by the radio.

VBR bit rates.

Multisession discs may contain combinations of normal

CD audio tracks and computer files (including MP3 files).

Discs created with an option such as keep disc open after

writing are most likely multisession discs. The use of

multisession for CD audio or MP3 playback may result in

longer disc loading times.

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Playback Of MP3 Files

MPEG

Sampling Fre-

Bit Rate (kbps)

Specification

quency (kHz)

When a medium containing MP3 data is loaded, the

MPEG-1 Audio

48, 44.1, 32

320, 256, 224,

radio checks all files on the medium. If the medium

Layer 3

192, 160, 128,

contains a lot of folders or files, the radio will take more

112, 96, 80, 64,

time to start playing the MP3 files.

56, 48, 40, 32

Loading times for playback of MP3 files may be affected

MPEG-2 Audio

24, 22.05, 16

160, 128, 144,

by the following:

Layer 3

112, 96, 80, 64,

• Media - CD-RW media may take longer to load than

56, 48, 40, 32,

CD-R media

24, 16, 8

• Medium formats - Multisession discs may take longer

ID3 Tag information for artist, song title, and album title

to load than non-multisession discs

are supported for version 1 ID3 tags. ID3 version 2 is not

supported by the radios.

• Number of files and folders - Loading times will

increase with more files and folders

Playlist files are not supported. MP3 Pro files are not

supported.

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To increase the speed of disc loading, it is recommended

Press the INFO button once more to return to elapsed

to use CD-R media and single-session discs. To create a

time priority mode.

single-session disc, enable the “Disc at Once” option

Press and hold the INFO button for three seconds or

before writing to the disc.

more and the radio will display song titles for each file.

LIST Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)

Press and hold the INFO button again for three seconds

Pressing the LIST button will bring up a list of all folders

to return to elapsed time display.

on the disc. Scrolling up or down the list is done by

Operation Instructions — Auxiliary Mode

turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob. Selecting a

folder by pressing the TUNE/SCROLL control knob will

The auxiliary (AUX) jack is an audio input jack which

begin playing the files contained in that folder (or the

allows the user to plug in a portable device such as an

next folder in sequence if the selection does not contain

MP3 player or iPod® and utilize the vehicle’s audio

playable files).

system to amplify the source and play through the

vehicle speakers.

The folder list will time out after five seconds.

Pressing the AUX button will change the mode to auxil-

INFO Button (CD Mode For MP3 Play)

iary device if the AUX jack is connected.

Pressing the INFO button repeatedly will scroll through

the following TAG information: Song Title, Artist, File

Name, and Folder Name (if available).

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NOTE: The AUX device must be turned on and the

Radio. This service offers over 130 channels of music,

device’s volume set to the proper level. If the AUX audio

sports, news, entertainment, and programming for chil-

is not loud enough, turn the device’s volume up. If the

dren, directly from its satellites and broadcasting studios.

AUX audio sounds distorted, turn the device’s volume

NOTE: Sirius service is not available in Hawaii and has

down.

limited coverage in Alaska.

TIME Button (Auxiliary Mode)

System Activation

Press this button to change the display to time of day. The

Sirius Satellite Radio service is pre-activated, and you

time of day will display for five seconds (when the

may begin listening immediately to the one year of audio

ignition is OFF).

service that is included with the factory-installed satellite

Operating Instructions (Uconnect® Phone) — If

radio system in your vehicle. Sirius will supply a wel-

Equipped

come kit that contains general information, including

how to setup your on-line listening account. For further

Refer to “Uconnect® Phone” for further details.

information, call the toll-free number 888-539-7474, or

Uconnect® Multimedia (Satellite Radio) — If

visit the Sirius web site at www.sirius.com, or at

Equipped

www.siriuscanada.ca for Canadian residents.

Satellite radio uses direct satellite-to-receiver broadcast-

ing technology to provide clear digital sound, coast to

coast. The subscription service provider is Sirius Satellite

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Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification

Selecting Uconnect® Multimedia (Satellite) Mode

Number (ESN/SID)

Press the SAT button until SAT appears in the display. A

Please have the following information available when

CD may remain in the radio while in the Satellite radio

calling:

mode.

1. The Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification

Satellite Antenna

Number (ESN/SID).

To ensure optimum reception, do not place items on the

2. Your Vehicle Identification Number.

roof around the rooftop antenna location. Metal objects

placed within the line of sight of the antenna will cause

To access the ESN/SID, refer to the following steps:

decreased performance. Larger luggage items such as

ESN/SID Access

bikes should be placed as far rearward as possible, within

the loading design of the rack. Do not place items directly

With the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC posi-

on or above the antenna.

tion and the radio on, press the SETUP button and scroll

using the TUNE/SCROLL control knob until Sirius ID is

Reception Quality

selected. Press the TUNE/SCROLL control knob and the

Satellite reception may be interrupted due to one of the

Sirius ID number will display. The Sirius ID number

following reasons:

display will time out in two minutes. Press any button on

the radio to exit this screen.

• The vehicle is parked in an underground parking

structure or under a physical obstacle.

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• Dense tree coverage may interrupt reception in the

remain tuned to the new channel until you make another

form of short audio mutes.

selection. Holding either button will bypass channels

without stopping until you release it.

• Driving under wide bridges or along tall buildings can

cause intermittent reception.

SCAN Button

• Placing objects over or too close to the antenna can

Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for

cause signal blockage.

the next channel, pausing for eight seconds before con-

tinuing to the next. To stop the search, press the SCAN

Operating Instructions — Uconnect® Multimedia

button a second time.

(Satellite) Mode

INFO Button

NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN or

ACC position to operate the radio.

Pressing the INFO button will cycle the display informa-

tion between Artist, Song Title, and Composer (if avail-

SEEK Buttons

able). Also, pressing and holding the INFO button for an

Press and release the SEEK buttons to search for the next

additional three seconds will make the radio display the

channel in Satellite mode. Press the right switch to seek

Song Title all of the time (press and hold again to return

up and the left switch to seek down. The radio will

to normal display).

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RW/FF

By pressing the SEEK button when the Music Type

function is active, the radio will be tuned to the next

Pressing the RW (Rewind) or FF (Fast Forward) buttons

channel with the same selected Music Type name.

causes the tuner to search for the next channel in the

direction of the arrows.

If a preset button is activated while in the Music Type

(Program Type) mode, the Music Type mode will be

TUNE Control (Rotary)

exited and the radio will tune to the preset channel.

Turn the rotary TUNE/SCROLL control knob clockwise

SETUP Button

to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the channel.

Pressing the SETUP button allows you to select the

MUSIC TYPE Button

following items:

Pressing this button once will turn on the Music Type

• Display Sirius ID number

— Press the AUDIO/

mode for five seconds. Pressing the MUSIC TYPE button

SELECT button to display the Sirius ID number. This

or turning the TUNE/SCROLL control knob within five

number is used to activate, deactivate, or change the

seconds will allow the program format type to be se-

Sirius subscription.

lected.

SET Button — To Set The Pushbutton Memory

Toggle the MUSIC TYPE button again to select the music

type.

When you are receiving a channel that you wish to

commit to pushbutton memory, press the SET button.

The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.

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Select the button (1-6) you wish to lock onto this channel

Buttons 1 - 6

and press and release that button. If a button is not

These buttons tune the radio to the channels that you

selected within five seconds after pressing the SET but-

commit to pushbutton memory (12 Satellite stations).

ton, the channel will continue to play but will not be

stored into pushbutton memory.

iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED

You may add a second channel to each pushbutton by

This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be

repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press

plugged into the USB port, located in the center of the

the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display

instrument panel below the climate controls.

window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2. This

iPod® control supports Mini, 4G, Photo, Nano, 5G iPod®

allows a total of 12 Satellite channels to be stored into

and iPhone® devices. Some iPod® software versions

pushbutton memory. The channels stored in SET

may not fully support the iPod® control features. Please

memory can be selected by pressing the pushbutton

visit Apple’s website for software updates.

twice.

NOTE:

Every time a preset button is used, a corresponding

button number will display.

• If the radio has a USB port, refer to the appropriate

Uconnect® Multimedia radio User’s Manual for

iPod® or external USB device support capability.

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• Connecting an iPod® or consumer electronic audio

device to the AUX port located in the radio faceplate,

plays media, but does not use the iPod® /MP3 control

feature to control the connected device.

Connecting The iPod® Or External USB Device

Use the connection cable to connect an iPod® or external

USB device to the vehicle’s USB connector port which is

located in the center of the instrument panel below the

climate controls.

USB Connector Port

Once the audio device is connected and synchronized to

the vehicle’s iPod®/USB/MP3 control system (iPod® or

external USB device may take a few minutes to connect),

the audio device starts charging and is ready for use by

pressing radio switches, as described below.

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NOTE: If the audio device battery is completely dis-

Controlling The iPod® Or External USB Device

charged, it may not communicate with the iPod®/USB/

Using Radio Buttons

MP3 control system until a minimum charge is attained.

To get into the iPod®/USB/MP3 control mode and

Leaving the audio device connected to the iPod®/USB/

access a connected audio device, either press the “AUX”

MP3 control system may charge it to the required level.

button on the radio faceplate or press the VR button and

Using This Feature

say USB or Switch to USB. Once in the iPod®/USB/

MP3 control mode, audio tracks (if available from audio

By using an iPod® cable, or an external USB device to

device) start playing over the vehicle’s audio system.

connect to the USB port:

Play Mode

• The audio device can be played on the vehicle’s sound

system, providing metadata (artist, track title, album,

When switched to iPod®/USB/MP3 control mode, the

etc.) information on the radio display.

iPod® or external USB device automatically starts Play

mode. In Play mode, the following buttons on the radio

• The audio device can be controlled using the radio

faceplate may be used to control the iPod® or external

buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod® contents.

USB device and display data:

• The audio device battery charges when plugged into

• Use the TUNE control knob to select the next or

the USB/AUX connector (if supported by the specific

previous track.

audio device).

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• Turning it clockwise (forward) by one click, while

during play mode will jump to the next track in the

playing a track, skips to the next track or press the VR

list, or press the VR button and say Next or Previous

button and say Next Track.

Track.

• Turning it counterclockwise (backward) by one click,

• While a track is playing, press the INFO button to see

will jump to the previous track in the list or press the

the associated metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.)

VR button and say Previous Track.

for that track. Pressing the INFO button again jumps

to the next screen of data for that track. Once all

• Jump backward in the current track by pressing and

screens have been viewed, the last INFO button press

holding the << RW button. Holding the << RW button

will go back to the play mode screen on the radio.

long enough will jump to the beginning of the current

track.

• Pressing the REPEAT button will change the audio

device mode to repeat the current playing track or

• Jump forward in the current track by pressing and

press the VR button and say Repeat ON or Repeat

holding the FF>> button.

Off.

• A single press backward << RW or forward FF>> will

• Press the SCAN button to use iPod®/USB/MP3 de-

jump backward or forward respectively, for five seconds.

vice scan mode, which will play the first ten seconds of

• Use the << SEEK and SEEK >> buttons to jump to the

each track in the current list and then forward to the

previous or next track. Pressing the SEEK >> button

next song. To stop SCAN mode and start playing the

desired track, when it is playing the track, press the

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SCAN button again. During Scan mode, pressing the

• Turning it clockwise (forward) and counterclockwise

<< SEEK and SEEK >> buttons will select the previous

(backward) scrolls through the lists, displaying the

and next tracks.

track detail on the radio display. Once the track to be

played is highlighted on the radio display, press the

• RND button (available on sales code RES radio only):

TUNE control knob to select and start playing the

Pressing this button toggles between Shuffle ON and

track. Turning the TUNE control knob fast will scroll

Shuffle OFF modes for the iPod® or external USB

through the list faster. During fast scroll, a slight delay

device, or press the VR button and say Shuffle ON or

in updating the information on the radio display may

Shuffle Off. If the RND icon is showing on the radio

be noticeable.

display, then the shuffle mode is ON.

• During all List modes, the iPod® displays all lists in

List Or Browse Mode

“wrap-around” mode. So if the track is at the bottom of

During Play mode, pressing any of the buttons described

the list, just turn the wheel backward (counterclock-

below, will bring up List mode. List mode enables

wise) to get to the track faster.

scrolling through the list of menus and tracks on the

• In List mode, the radio PRESET buttons are used as

audio device.

shortcuts to the following lists on the iPod® or exter-

• TUNE control knob: The TUNE control knob functions

nal USB device:

in a similar manner as the scroll wheel on the audio

• Preset 1 - Playlists

device or external USB device.

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• Preset 2 - Artists

device, then follow the same steps to go to the desired

track in that list. Not all iPod® or external USB device

• Preset 3 - Albums

sub-menu levels are available on this system.

• Preset 4 - Genres

• MUSIC TYPE button: The MUSIC TYPE button is

• Preset 5 - Audiobooks

another shortcut button to the genre listing on your

audio device.

• Preset 6 - Podcasts

• Pressing a PRESET button will display the current list

CAUTION!

on the top line and the first item in that list on the

• Leaving the iPod® or external USB device (or any

second line.

supported device) anywhere in the vehicle in ex-

• To exit List mode without selecting a track, press the

treme heat or cold can alter the operation or dam-

same PRESET button again to go back to Play mode.

age the device. Follow the device manufacturer’s

guidelines.

• LIST button: The LIST button will display the top

• Placing items on the iPod® or external USB device,

level menu of the iPod® or external USB device.

or connections to the iPod® or external USB device

• Turn the TUNE control knob to list the top-menu item

in the vehicle, can cause damage to the device

to be selected and press the TUNE control knob. This

and/or to the connectors.

will display the next sub-menu list item on the audio

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device first, then it will get streamed to the Uconnect®

WARNING!

phone system. Seven devices can be paired to the

Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external USB

Uconnect® phone system, but just one can be selected

device while driving. Failure to follow this warning

and played.

could result in an accident.

Selecting A Different Audio Device

Bluetooth® Streaming Audio (BTSA)

1. Press the PHONE button to begin.

Music can be streamed from your cellular phone to the

2. After the Ready prompt and following the beep, say

Uconnect® phone system.

Setup , then say Select Audio Devices.

Controlling BTSA Using Radio Buttons

3. Say the name of the audio device or ask the

Uconnect® phone system to list the audio devices.

To enter BTSA mode, press either “AUX” button on the

radio or press the VR button and say “Bluetooth Stream-

Next Track

ing Audio.”

Use the SEEK UP button, or press the VR button on the

Play Mode

radio and say “Next Track,” to jump to the next music

track on your cellular phone.

When switched to BTSA mode, some audio devices can

start playing music over the vehicle’s audio system, but

some devices require the music to be initiated on the

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Previous Track

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS — IF

EQUIPPED

Use the SEEK DOWN button, or press the VR button on

the radio and say “Previous Track,” to jump to the

previous music track on your cellular phone.

Browse

Browsing is not available on a Bluetooth® Streaming

Audio (BTSA) device. Only the current song that is

playing will display info.

Remote Sound System Controls

(Back View Of Steering Wheel)

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The remote sound system controls are located on the rear

Right-Hand Switch Functions

surface of the steering wheel, at the three and nine

• Press the top of the switch to increase the volume.

o’clock positions.

• Press the bottom of the switch to decrease the volume.

The right-hand rocker switch has a pushbutton in the

center, and controls the volume and mode of the sound

• Press the button in the center of the switch to change

system. Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase

modes (i.e., AM, FM, etc.).

the volume. Pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will

Left-Hand Switch Functions For Radio Operation

decrease the volume. Pressing the center button changes

the operation of the radio from AM to FM, or to CD

• Press the top of the switch to SEEK the next listenable

mode, depending on which radio is in the vehicle.

station up from the current setting.

The left-hand rocker switch has a pushbutton in the

• Press the bottom of the switch to SEEK the next

center. The function of the left-hand switch is different,

listenable station down from the current setting.

depending on which mode you are in.

• Press the button in the center of the switch to tune to

The following describes the left-hand rocker switch op-

the next preset that you have programmed.

eration in each mode.

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Left-Hand Switch Functions For Media (i.e., CD)

CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE

Operation

To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following

• Press the top of the switch once to listen to the next

precautions:

track.

Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the

• Press the bottom of the switch once either to listen to

surface.

the beginning of the current track or to listen to the

If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,

beginning of the previous track if it is within eight

wiping from center to edge.

seconds after the current track begins to play.

Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratch-

• Press the switch up or down twice to listen to the

ing the disc.

second track, three times to listen to the third track,

and so forth.

Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners,

or anti-static sprays.

• Press the button located in the center of the switch to

change to the next preset that you have programmed.

Store the disc in its case after playing.

6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.

7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become

too high.

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NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular

CLIMATE CONTROLS

disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coat-

The air conditioning and heating system is designed to

ing removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc)

make you comfortable in all types of weather.

oversized, or have protection encoding. Try a known

good disc before considering disc player service.

Manual Heating And Air Conditioning

RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES

Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in

your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from

your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated

by relocating the mobile phone antenna. This condition is

not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does

not satisfactorily

“clear” by the repositioning of the

antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be

turned down or off during mobile phone operation when

not using Uconnect® (if equipped).

Manual Temperature Control

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The Manual Temperature Controls consist of a series of

Temperature Control

outer rotary dials and inner push knobs.

Blower Control

Rotate this control to regulate the tem-

perature of the air inside the passenger

compartment. Rotating the dial left

Rotate this control to regulate the

into the blue area of the scale indicates

amount of air forced through the ven-

cooler temperatures, while rotating

tilation system in any mode. The

right into the red area indicates

blower speed increases as you move

warmer temperatures.

the control to the right from the “O”

(OFF) position. There are four blower

NOTE: If your air conditioning performance seems lower

speeds.

than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser

located in front of the radiator for an accumulation of dirt

NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Remote Start, the

or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind

climate controls will not function during Remote Start

the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric front

operation if the blower control is left in the “O” (Off)

fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser,

position.

reducing air conditioning performance.

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Air Conditioning Control

• ECONOMY MODE

If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn

Press this button to engage the Air

OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then,

Conditioning. A light will illuminate

select Panel, Bi-Level or Floor mode and move the

when the Air Conditioning system is

temperature control to the desired temperature.

engaged. Rotating the dial left into the

Mode Control (Air Direction)

blue area of the scale indicates cooler

temperatures, while rotating right into

the red area indicates warmer

Rotate this control to choose from sev-

temperatures.

eral patterns of air distribution. You

NOTE: The air conditioning compressor will not engage

can select either a primary mode as

until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds.

identified by the symbols on the con-

trol, or a blend of two of these modes.

• MAX A/C

The closer the setting is to a particular

For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation

symbol, the more air distribution you

buttons at the same time.

receive from that mode.

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• Panel

• Floor

Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument

Air is directed through the floor outlets with a

panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow.

small amount flowing through the defrost and

side window demist outlets.

NOTE: The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed

so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers

• Mix

for maximum airflow to the rear.

Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side

• Bi-Level

window demist outlets. This setting works best in

cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the

Air is directed through the panel and floor outlets.

windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort

while reducing moisture on the windshield.

NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there

• Defrost

is a difference in temperature between the upper and

lower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets.

Air is directed through the windshield and side

This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but

window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxi-

cool conditions.

mum blower and temperature settings for best wind-

shield and side window defrosting.

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NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix,

• The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp

Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the Air

weather will cause windows to fog on the inside,

Conditioning (A/C) button is not pressed. This dehu-

because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Select

midifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improve

the outside air position for maximum defogging.

fuel economy, use these modes only when necessary.

• The A/C will engage automatically to prevent fogging

• Recirculation Control

when the recirculation button is pressed and the mode

control is set to panel or Bi-Level.

Pressing the Recirculation Control button will

temporarily put the system in recirculation

• Recirculated air is not allowed in Defrost modes. If the

mode. This can be used when outside condi-

Recirculation button is pressed while in Defrost mode,

tions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high

the LED indicator will flash several times then go out.

humidity are present. Activating recirculation will cause

Recirculation will be disabled automatically when

the LED in the control button to illuminate.

Defrost mode is selected.

NOTE:

• The A/C can be deselected manually without disturb-

ing the mode control selection.

• Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make

the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur.

• When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK

Extended use of this mode is not recommended.

position, the recirculation feature will be cancelled.

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