1996 Buick LeSabre Owner's Manual - Page 131

When you enter a vehiclewith the electronic touch system in cold weather, select HTR to supply air through the floor outlets. Then move the FAN lever to HIGH for a few moments before driving away. This will blow moist air from the intake outlets toward the floor, not the windshield. It reduces the chance of fogging your windows. If you have the dual automaticcomfortemp system, the AUTO setting will do this for you.Manual operation of the automatic comfortemp system in the FLOOR mode will also supply air throughthe floor outlets. Keep the air path under the front seats clearof objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. If you have the rear passengercomfortemp option, you can adjust the direction of the airflow to the rear seating area. mtilation 1. lp ' When the engine idles for a longtime, the exterior temperature sensormay cause thesystem to blow air that is too cool. Once the vehicle is moving again, the system will try to maintain the set temperature inside your vehicle. When you start your vehicle and the EXT display flashes (dual automatic comfortemp system only) for some time, the system may need repair. See your Buick dealer. Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work better, reducing the chance of fogging your windows. 3-7