2001 Nissan Frontier Owner's Manual - Page 110

the on position. Be sure to return the air recirculation button to the off position for normal cooling. Dehumidfied heating This mode is used to heat and dehumidfy the air. 1. Push the button to the off position. posi2. Turn the air control dial to the tion. outside temperature is more than 45°F (7°C). This dehumidifies the air which helps defog the windshield. The mode automatically turns off, allowing outside air to be drawn into the passenger compartment to further improve the defogging performance. 2. Turn the fan control dial to the desired position. 3. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position. gauge indicates engine coolant temperature over the normal range, turn the air conditioner off. See If your vehicle overheats in the In case of emergency section of this manual. AIR FLOW CHARTS The following charts show the button and dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating, cooling or defrosting. The air recirculation switch should always be in the OFF position for heating and defrosting. When the , or positions in between are selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on (however, the indicator light will not illuminate) if the outside temperature is more than 45°F (7°C). This dehumidifies the air which helps defog the windshield. The mode automatically turns off, allowing outside air to be drawn into the passenger compartment to further improve the defogging performance. 3. Turn the fan control dial to the desired position. 4. Turn on the air conditioner button. The indicator light comes on. 5. Turn the temperature control dial to the desired position. Operating tips ● Keep windows and sunroof closed while the air conditioner is in operation. ● After parking in the sun, drive for two or three minutes with the windows open to vent hot air from the passenger compartment. Then, close the windows. This allows the air conditioner to cool the interior more quickly. ● The air conditioning system should be operated for approximately ten minutes at least once a month. This helps prevent damage to the system due to lack of lubrication. ● If the engine coolant temperature Dehumidfied defrosting/defogging This mode is used to defog the windows and dehumidify the air. 1. Turn the air control dial to the tion. posi- ● When the , or positions in between are selected, the air conditioner automatically turns on (however, the indicator light will not illuminate) if the 4-6 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems