OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Automatic Air Conditioner Controls
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The automatic air conditioner is an air conditioner that automatically maintains the set temperature.
This air conditioner features automatic fan speed and air flow control which automatically selects the most suitable fan speed and air flow to control the temperature.
You may use manual controls if you desire your own way of setting.

(A) CLIMATE CONTROL

Setting Operation

  1. Place the temperature control lever at the desired temperature level.
    The temperature control lever is used to set the desired passenger compartment temperature. The temperature of air delivered to the passenger compartment will be controlled automatically according to the setting. The figures on the panel indeicate degrees centigrade.
  2. Leave the air intake control button out in the "OUTSIDE AIRE" position.
    The air intake control button is used to select intake air, either outside air or recirculated air. With the button in the "OUTSIDE AIR" position, the system will take fresh outside air into the unit.
    If quick circulation of conditioned air is desired, press the air intake control button to select the "RECIRCULATED AIR" position for recirculated air.
    For normal use, it is best to keep the air intake control button for outside air. If recirculated air is used during heating, the windows will fog up more easily.
  3. Press in the "AUTO" button of the air flow control buttons.
    The air flow control buttons are used to select the air flow outlets air is delivered from. If the "AUTO" button is used, the air flow outlets will be selected automatically according to the temperature of the delivered air.
    If manual air flow is desired see Manual control on air flow and fan speed.
  4. Move the fan speed control lever to the "AUTO" position.
    The fan speed control lever is used to turn on and off the fan and select the fan speed. The "AUTO" position controls the fan speed automatically according to the temperature setting. If the "AUTO" position is used in cold weather, the fan will not operate until engine coolant warms up sufficiently.
    If manual fan speed control is desired, see Manual control on air flow and fan speed.
  5. Press in either of the air condition on-off buttons.
    The air conditioner on-off buttones are used to turn on and off the air conditioner.
    With the "A/C" button pressed in, the air conditioner turns on and operates at its maximum capability for normal operation. Pressing in the "ECON" button operates the air conditioner at saved capability for economical operation.
    If the system is used for venticaltion or heating in dry weather, press the air conditioner on-off button once again. This turns off the air conditioner and improves fuel economy. For year-round automatic temperature control including cooling and dehumidifying operation, use the air conditioner.

Manual control on air flow and fan speed

If manual air flow selection is desired ...
The air flow outlets from which air is delivered can be selected manually by pressing in the appropriate air flow control button. The function of each button is as fololows:
FACE button
This button directs the air flow to face level.
BI-LEVEL button
This button directs the air flow to face level and the floor. Except in ventilation, the air to the floor is slightly warmer than that to face level.
FLOOR button
This button directs the air flow mostly to the floor and face level. During heating, heated air is delivered to the floor, and unheated air is delivered to the face level.
WINDSHIELD button
This button directs the air flow mostly to the windshield, front side windows and face level. During heating, heated air is delivered to the windshield and front side windows, and unheated air is delivered to face level. As the button is pressed in, the air intake control button will come out to the "OUTSIDE AIR" position.
Do not use the WINDSHIELD button during cooling operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperatur of the outside air and that of the winshield could cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up blocking your vision.

If manual fan speed control is desired ...
The fan speed can be fixed at your desired speed by moving the fan speeed control lever to the appropriate position. The higher the fan speed is, the more air is delivered. Moving the lever to the "OFF" position turns off the fan.




(B) WINDSHIELD DEFOGGING AND DEFROSTING

See CLIMATE CONTROL for details on each button or lever function.

To remove interior fog on the windshield

  1. Place the temperature control lever at the desired temperature level.
  2. Press in the WINDSHIELD button of the air flow control buttons.
  3. Move the fan speed control lever anywhere except the "OFF" position.
  4. Press in either of the air conditioner on-off buttons.

To remove frost or exterior fog on the windshield

  1. Place the temperature control lever at the maximum temperature.
  2. Press in the WINDSHIELD button of the air flow control buttons.
  3. Move the fan speed control lever to the "HI" position.
  4. Leave the air conditioner on-off buttons in the "OFF" position.




(C) OPERATING TIPS

  • Be sure the air inlet grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked by leaves or other obstructions.
  • If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the dashboard vents. See Dashboard vents
  • To help cool down the interior after parking in the hot sun, drive for the first few minutes with the windows open. After the excess heat has blown away, close the windows.
  • When driving on dusty roads, close all windows. If dust thrown up by the vehicle is still drawn into the vehicle after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake control button be set to the "OUTSIDE AIR" position and the fan sped control lever anywhere except the "OFF" position.
  • If following another vehicle on a dusty road, or driving in windy and dusty conditions, it is recommended that the air intake control button be temperarily pressed in, which will close off the outside passage and prevent outside air and dust from entering the vehicle interior.