2008 Acura TL Owner's Manual - Page 132

Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Mode Control Button Use the mode control button to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard vents in all modes. Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard. Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents. Air flows from the floor vents. When you select , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode. Airflow is divided between the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. When you select or , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C. In this case, you cannot turn the A/C off. The driver's side mode and passenger's side mode can be selected separately when the dual button is pressed. However, when is selected on the driver's side, mode selection on the passenger's side is not possible. When is selected, the passenger's temperature cannot be set separately from the driver's. Dual Button You can set the temperatures and modes for the driver's side and the passenger's side separately when this button is pressed (indicator on). When the indicator in the DUAL button is off, you can adjust both sides to the same temperature and mode with the driver's side temperature control buttons and mode control button. Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents near the rear window. 1. Set the temperature to maximum. 2. Make sure the A/C is off. and fresh air mode. 3. Select 4. Set the fan to the desired speed. Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. and fresh air mode. 1. Select 2. Set the fan to the desired speed. 3. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control buttons. Features 129 2008 TL