Black plate (7,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2012Climate Controls 8-7Automatic Operation,If EquippedAUTO: Press the air delivery modebutton until this setting is selected tocontrol the inside temperature, airdelivery, and fan speed. AUTOappears in the display whenautomatic operation is active.+ or − (Increase/DecreaseTemperature): Press the +or − buttons to increase or decreasethe cabin temperature. The rearcontrol temperature display willshow the temperature settingincreasing or decreasing.The display only indicates climatecontrol functions when the system isin rear independent mode.Manual OperationD C (Fan Control): Press thesebuttons on the rear seat audiocontrol panel to increase ordecrease the airflow. Pressing thefan up button when the system isoff will turn the system on. The airdelivery mode will remain underautomatic control.+ or − (Temperature Control):Press these buttons to adjust thetemperature of the air flowing intothe passenger area. Press the +button for warmer air and press the− button for cooler air.N (Air Delivery Mode Control):Press the mode button to changethe direction of the airflow in thevehicle. Repeatedly press thebutton until the desired modeappears on the display. Multiplepresses will cycle through thedelivery selections.Air VentsUse the air outlets located in thecenter and on the side of theinstrument panel to direct theairflow.Operation Tips. Keep the hood and front airinlets free of ice, snow, or anyother obstruction (such asleaves). The heater anddefroster will work far better,reducing the chance of foggingthe inside of the windows.. When you enter a vehicle in coldweather, press the fan up buttonto the maximum fan level beforedriving. This helps clear theintake ducts of snow andmoisture, and reduces thechance of fogging the inside ofthe window.