Air Conditioning Control
Press this button to engage the Air Conditioning. A light will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is engaged. Rotating the dial left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures, while rotating right into the red area indicates warmer temperatures.
NOTE: The air conditioning compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds.
• MAX A/C
For maximum cooling use the A/C and recirculation buttons at the same time.
• ECONOMY MODE
If economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn OFF the indicator light and the A/C compressor. Then, move the temperature control to the desired temperature.
See also:
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) — If Equipped
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) features
a driver-interactive display that is located in the
instrument cluster.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
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Drivetrain Choices
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Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil
change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
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