Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity(moisture) condensing on the cool window glass.This can be minimized if the climate control system isused properly. There are two modes to clear fogfrom your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear thewindows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers.Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost fromthe windshield more quickly.yN z (Mode): Press this button until defog appearson the display.- (Defog): This mode directs the air between thewindshield, floor outlets and side windows. When youselect this mode, the system turns off recirculationand runs the air-conditioning compressor unlessthe outside temperature is at or below freezing.The recirculation mode is cancelled when you enterdefog mode. If you select recirculation while in defogmode, it will be cancelled after 10 minutes.If you have fogging on the side windows, turn thethumbwheel on the outboard outlets to the side windowdefog position. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-31for more information.0 (Defrost): Pressing defrost directs most of the airto the windshield, with some air directed to the sidewindows. In this mode, the system will automaticallyturn off recirculation and run the air-conditioningcompressor, unless the outside temperature is at orbelow freezing. Recirculation cannot be selected whilein the defrost mode.This mode may also cause the fan speed and airtemperature to increase.If you have fogging on the side windows, turn thethumbwheel on the outboard outlets to the side windowdefog position. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-31for more information. Do not drive the vehicle until all thewindows are clear.3-30
