Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of windows is a result of highhumidity (moisture) condensing on the cool windowglass. This can be minimized if the climatecontrol system is used properly. There are twomodes to clear fog from your windshield. Use thedefog mode to clear the windows of fog ormoisture and warm the passengers. Use thedefrost mode to remove fog or frost fromthe windshield more quickly.yN z (Mode): Press this button until defogappears on the display.- (Defog): This mode directs the air betweenthe windshield, floor outlets and side windows.When this mode is selected, the system turns offrecirculation and runs the air-conditioningcompressor unless the outside temperature is ator below freezing. If recirculation mode is selectedwhile in defog mode, it will be cancelled after10 minutes.If there is fog on the side windows, turn thethumbwheel on the outboard outlets to the sidewindow defog position. See Outlet Adjustment onpage 185 for more information.0 (Defrost): Pressing defrost directs most ofthe air to the windshield, with some air directed tothe side windows. In this mode, the system willautomatically turn off recirculation and runthe air-conditioning compressor, unless the outsidetemperature is at or below freezing.This mode may also cause the fan speed and airtemperature to increase.If there is fogging on the side windows, turn thethumbwheel on the outboard outlets to theside window defog position. See Outlet Adjustmenton page 185 for more information. Do not drivethe vehicle until all the windows are clear.184
