2005 Dodge Stratus Owner Manual Coupe - Page 244

244 FOR PLEASANT DRIVING NOTE: When the mode selection dial is set to the " " or " " position, the air conditioning compressor will operate automatically. The outside air position will also be selected automatically. (In this case, the air conditioning indicator will not change.) This is done for optimum performance. Changing air selection remove fog or frost from the windshield. When air conditioning is selected, the air selection will be controlled automatically for optimum performance. When the air conditioning is turned off, the air selection will be set to the outside position. The air selection indicator will show the selected position. If desired, you can change the air selection. Every time the air selection switch is pushed, the mode for "outside" (Indicator OFF) and "recirculation" (Indicator ON) will alternate. If high cooling performance is desired, or if the outside air is dusty or otherwise contaminated, use the "recirculation" position. Although, switch to the outside position periodically to prevent window fog up. CAUTION! H23A2880 Using the "recirculation" position for extended time periods causes the windows to fog up. Normally use the "outside" position to keep the windshield and side windows clear and, also to quickly