2001 Pontiac Sunfire Owner's Manual - Page 140

Air Conditioning Compressor Button Press the A/C button to operate the air conditioner compressor. The indicator light above the button will glow when the air conditioning compressor is running. You don't have to press the button to run the compressor in max or defrost. Running the compressor will help reduce vehicle interior fogging. On cool, but sunny days, the sun may warm your upper body, but your lower body may not be warm enough. You can use bi-level with the temperature knob in the middle and the A/C button pushed in. The system will bring in outside air and direct slightly warmer air to your lower body. You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than others. Heating On cold days, use floor with the temperature knob all the way in the red area. The system will bring in outside air, heat it and send it to the floor ducts. Your vehicle has heat ducts that are directed toward the rear seat. Keep the area under the front seats clear of obstructions so the heated air can reach the rear seat passengers. If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it's cold outside (0_F (-18_C) or lower). An engine coolant heater warms the coolant your engine and heating system use to provide heat. See"Engine Coolant Heater" in the Index. Air Conditioning (If Equipped) On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot, inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down, which should help fuel economy. For quick cool down on very hot days, use max with the temperature knob all the way in the blue area. If this setting is used for long periods of time, the air in your vehicle may become too dry. The best cool down happens if you start in one of the other modes and then switch to max. For normal cooling on hot days, use vent with the temperature knob in the blue area and the A/C button pushed in. The system will bring in outside air and cool it. 3-5