2001 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 207

Driver's Side Temperature Lever The lever on the left adjusts the air temperature on the driver's side independent of the temperature set by the passenger. Slide the D lever upward to raise the temperature. Slide the D lever downward to lower the temperature. Passenger's Side Temperature Lever The lever on the right adjusts the air temperature on the passenger's side independent of the temperature set by the driver. Slide the P lever upward to raise the temperature. Slide the P lever downward to lower the temperature. Mode Knob The right knob is used to select the direction of the air flowing into the vehicle. (Vent): This setting directs air through the instrument panel outlets and the rear console outlets. (Bi-Level): This setting directs air into your vehicle in two ways. Cooler air is directed toward your upper body through the instrument panel outlets and the rear console outlets, while warmer air is directed through the floor ducts. (Floor): This setting brings in most of the air through the floor ducts. This setting is also used to send air to the rear of the vehicle. Keep the area under the front seats free of objects that could obstruct airflow to the rear of the vehicle. (Defog): This setting directs air to the windshield and through the floor ducts. This mode is particularly useful during cold or inclement weather because of your vehicle's larger windshield area. (Defrost): This setting directs most of the air to the windshield and side window vents. 3-4