2009 Dodge Journey Owner's Manual - Page 287

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 285 CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. For information about basic climate control functions, refer to "General Climate Control Functions - All Systems." For more detailed information about the climate controls in your vehicle, refer to "Single-Zone Manual Air Conditioning and Heating System," "Two- and Three-Zone Manual Air Conditioning and Heating Systems," or "Two- and Three-Zone Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Systems." General Climate Control Functions - All Systems Blower Control Use this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ventilation system in any mode. Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the cabin. Air Conditioning (A/C) Control Use this control to engage and disengage the A/C. NOTE: • The A/C compressor will not engage until the engine has been running for about 10 seconds. • If A/C performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser (located in front of the radiator) for an accumulation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray from behind the radiator and through the condenser. Fabric front fascia protectors may reduce airflow to the condenser, reducing air conditioning performance. Mode Control (Air Direction) Use these controls to choose from several patterns of air distribution. 4