2012 Chrysler 300 Owner Manual SRT - Page 345

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 343 NOTE: Vacation Storage Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service • Recirculate without A/C should not be used for long (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air periods, as fogging may occur. conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the • Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will automatifresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure cally adjust the climate control settings to reduce or adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. of compressor damage when the system is started again. Outside Air Intake Window Fogging Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. In windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- Winter months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice, dow fogging becomes a problem increase blower speed. slush, and snow. Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild but A/C Air Filter rainy or humid weather. The climate control system filters outside air containing dust, pollen and some odors. Strong odors cannot be totally filtered out. Refer to "Maintenance Procedures" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for filter replacement instructions. 4