Automatic OperationAUTO (Automatic) : When automatic operation isactive the system will control the inside temperature, theair delivery, and the fan speed.Use the steps below to place the entire system inautomatic mode:1. Press the AUTO button.When AUTO is selected, the display will change toshow the current temperature(s) and AUTO comeon the display. The current delivery mode and fanspeed will also be displayed for approximatelyfive seconds.When AUTO is selected, the air conditioningoperation and air inlet will be automaticallycontrolled. The air conditioning compressor willrun when the outside temperature is over about4°C (40°F). The air inlet will normally be set tooutside air. If it is hot outside, the air inlet mayautomatically switch to recirculate inside air tohelp quickly cool down the vehicle. The lighton the button comes on in recirculation.2. Set the driver's and passenger's temperature.To find your comfort setting, start with a 23°C(74°F) temperature setting and allow about20 minutes for the system to regulate. Use thedriver or passenger temperature buttons to adjustthe temperature setting as necessary. If atemperature setting of 15°C (60°F) is chosen, thesystem remains at the maximum cooling setting.If a temperature setting of 32°C (90°F) is chosen,the system remains at the maximum heat setting.Choosing either maximum setting will not causethe vehicle to heat or cool any faster.Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top ofthe instrument panel near the windshield. This sensorregulates air temperature based on sun load and alsoturns on the headlamps.To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the systemwill delay turning on the fan until warm air is available.The length of delay depends on the engine coolanttemperature. Pressing the fan switch will override thisdelay and change the fan to a selected speed.4-22
