2012 Dodge Caliber Owner Manual - Page 284

282 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: For all settings, except full cold or full hot, there Defrost is a difference in temperature between the upper and Air is directed through the windshield and side window demist outlets. Use this mode with maxilower outlets. The warmer air flows to the floor outlets. This feature gives improved comfort during sunny but mum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting. cool conditions. NOTE: Air is directed through the floor outlets with a • The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix, Defrost, or a blend of these modes, even if the Air small amount flowing through the defrost and side Conditioning (A/C) button is not pressed. This dehuwindow demist outlets. midifies the air to help dry the windshield. To improve Mix fuel economy, use these modes only when necessary. Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demist outlets. This setting works best in • For information on operating the Rear Defrost, refer to "Rear Window Features" in "Understanding The Feacold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to tures Of Your Vehicle". the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield. Floor