2012 Chrysler Town & Country Owner Manual - Page 415

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 413 Air Conditioning (A/C) The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning system. When in A/C mode and the ATC is set to a cool temperature, dehumidified air flows through the air outlets. If Economy mode is desired, press the A/C button to turn off the A/C mode in the ATC display and deactivate the A/C system. NOTE: • If the system is in Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be turned off, but the A/C system shall remain NOTE: In cold weather, use of the Recirculation mode active to prevent fogging of the windows. may lead to excessive window fogging. The Recirculation mode is not allowed in Defrost mode to improve window • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, clearing operation. Recirculation will be disabled autoselect Defrost mode and increase blower speed. matically if this mode is selected. Recirculation Control When outside air contains smoke, odors, or high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, you may wish to recirculate interior air by pressing the Recirculation control button. Recirculation mode should only be used temporarily. A LED will illuminate on the Recirculation control button when Recirculation mode is selected. Push the button a second time to turn off the Recirculation mode LED and allow outside air into the vehicle. 4