2008 Chrysler 300 Owner Manual - Page 284

284 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Recirculation Control The mode control knob also controls the recirculation feature. You can choose BiLevel Recirculation air outlets, Panel Recirculation air outlets, or a mix or both while in this mode. Normally, air enters from outside the vehicle. However, when in Recirculation mode air inside the vehicle is re-used. Use this mode to cool the inside of the vehicle rapidly. The Recirculation mode can also be used to temporarily block out outside odors, smoke, and dust. Air Conditioning Control Press this button to turn on and turn off the air conditioning. When the air conditioning is turned on, cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets selected with the mode control. Press this button a second time to turn off the air conditioning. An LED in the button will illuminate when compressor operation is selected. Automatic Temperature Control - If Equipped Automatic Temperature Controls Automatic Operation The Infrared Dual-Zone Climate Control System automatically maintains the climate in the cabin of the vehicle at the comfort levels desired by the driver and passenger. To accomplish this, the system gathers information from