Manual air conditioning (if so equipped)
The air conditioning can only be used while the engine is run- ning. Control panel
1- Temperature control dial 2- Air selection switch 3- Blower speed selection dial 4- Air conditioning switch 5- Electric rear window defogger switch → P.3-135 6- Mode selection dial
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Blower speed selection dial
When the ignition key is in the ON position, select the blower speed by turning the blower speed selection dial. The blower speed will gradually increase as the dial is turned to the right. When the blower speed selection dial is set to the “OFF” posi- tion, all fan-driven airflow will stop.
Temperature control dial
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to make the air warmer. Turn it counterclockwise to make the air cooler.
NOTE
● While the engine coolant temperature is low, the tempera- ture of the air from the heater will be cool/cold until the engine warms up, even if you have selected warm air with the dial.
● For instructions on how to use the “MAX A/C” position (A), see “Cooling” on page 5-10.
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Mode selection dial
To change the position and amount of air flowing from the vents, turn the mode selection dial. (Refer to “Changing the mode selection” on page 5-3.)
Air selection switch
Normally, use the outside position to keep the windshield and side windows clear and to quickly remove fog or frost from the windshield. To change the air selection, simply press the air selection switch.
● Outside air {Indicator light (A) is OFF} ● Recirculated air {Indicator light (A) is ON}
If the outside air is dusty or contaminated in some way, use the recirculation position. Switch to the outside position every now and then to keep the windows from fogging up.
CAUTION! ● Using recirculated air for a long time may cause the
windows to fog up.
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NOTE ● When the “ ” or “ ” position is selected, you cannot
turn the air conditioning off or use the recirculation posi- tion. This prevents the windows from fogging up.
● When the mode selection dial is set to a position other than “ ” or “ ”, the air selection will automatically change to outside air. The air conditioning will revert to the previous condition in which the “ ” or “ ” posi- tion was not selected.
● When the temperature control dial is set to the “MAX A/C” position, the air selection will be automatically set to the recirculation position.
● If the temperature dial is set to any position other than “MAX A/C”, outside air will always be used when the ignition switch is turned on.
● When the coolant temperature rises above a certain point, the air selection is automatically switched to the recirculation position and the indicator light (A) turns on. When this occurs, the system will not switch to the out- side air position until the coolant temperature goes down, even if the selection switch is pushed.
Air conditioning switch
Push the switch, and the air conditioning compressor will turn on. The air conditioning indicator light (A) will come on.
Push the switch again and the air conditioning compressor will stop and the indicator light (A) goes off.
CAUTION! ● Using the air conditioning slightly increases the engine idle speed. Therefore, make sure your foot is firmly on the brake pedal when shifting the tran- saxle into drive.
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NOTE ● If a problem is detected in the air conditioning compres-
sor, the air conditioning indicator light (A) blinks. Press the air conditioning switch once to turn it off, then once more to turn it back on. If the air conditioning indicator light (A) does not blink, there is no problem. If it does blink, have it checked at an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.
● Sometimes, for example after using a high-pressure car wash, the condenser can get wet, and the air conditioning indicator light (A) blinks temporarily. In this case there is nothing wrong. Wait for a while, press the air conditioning switch once to turn the system off, then once more to turn it back on. Once the water evaporates, the blinking will stop.
Operating the air conditioning system
Heating
Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position and set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position. Turn the temperature control dial clockwise or counterclock- wise to the desired temperature. Select the desired blower speed.
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Cooling
For ordinary cooling
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position. 2. Set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position. 3. Push the air conditioning switch (B). 4. Change the temperature by turning the control dial clock-
wise or counterclockwise. 5. Select the desired blower speed.
NOTE ● If the outside air is dusty or contaminated in some way, set
the air selection switch (A) to the recirculation position. Let in some outside air from time to time for good ventila- tion.
● To cool the leg areas, set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position.
For quick cooling
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position. 2. Set the temperature control dial to the “MAX A/C” posi-
tion. 3. Set the blower speed to the highest position.
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NOTE ● When the temperature control dial is set to the “MAX
A/C” position, the air conditioning compressor will run automatically and the light will come on. The recirculation position will be selected automatically. In this case, you cannot turn the air conditioning off or select the outside position.
● When the temperature control dial is set to a position other than “MAX A/C”, the air selection will automatically change to outside air. The air conditioning compressor will continue running.
Combination of unheated air and heated air
Select the mode selection dial to the positions shown in the illustration and set the air selection switch (A) to the outside position. The air flow will be directed to the leg area and the upper part of the passenger compartment. Select the desired blower speed. Warm air flows to the leg area and unheated or slightly warm air (depending upon temperature setting) flows to the upper part of the passenger compartment.
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Defrosting or defogging the windshield and door win- dows
To remove frost or fog from the windshield and door windows, use the mode selection dial (“ ” or “ ”).
For ordinary defrosting
Use this setting to keep the windshield and door windows clear of mist, and to keep the leg area heated (when driving in rain or snow).
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position. 2. Select your desired blower speed by turning the blower
speed selection dial. 3. Select your desired temperature by turning the tempera-
ture control dial.
CAUTION! ● For safety, make sure you have a clear view through
all the windows.
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For quick defrosting
1. Set the mode selection dial to the “ ” position. 2. Set the blower to the maximum speed. 3. Set the temperature to the highest position.
NOTE ● When the mode selection dial is set to the “ ” or “ ”
position, the air conditioning compressor runs automati- cally. The outside air position will be also selected auto- matically. (In this case, the air conditioning indicator light will not change.)
● When the “ ” or “ ” position is selected, you cannot turn the air conditioning off or use the recirculation posi- tion. This prevents the windows from fogging up.
● When defrosting, do not set the temperature control dial near the “MAX A/C” position. This would blow cool air on the window glass and fog it up.
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