2004 Dodge Intrepid Owner Manual - Page 115

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 115 to the O (Off) position to shut off the fan and to prevent any outside air from entering the vehicle. This also turns off the A/C compressor. Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. The blue area of the control indicates cooler temperatures while the red area indicates warmer temperatures. Mode Control Use this control to direct the flow of air as follows: NOTE: The dot between the mode control icons is a mix position between the two modes. Recirculate Air is recirculated inside the vehicle. You may choose between Bi-Level and Panel air outlets while in this mode. Use this mode to temporarily block out any outside odors, smoke, or dust and to cool the interior rapidly upon initial start up in very hot or humid weather. Panel Recirculation Directs all air through the panel outlets. Bi-Level Recirculation Directs air through the panel and floor outlets. NOTE: Continuous use of the Recirculate modes may make the inside air stuffy. Use of these modes for longer than fifteen minutes is not recommended. The A/C compressor turns on automatically when this mode is selected. This is to help reduce moisture build up on the windshield. Panel Air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct air flow. Bi-Level Air is directed through the instrument panel and floor outlets. A small amount of air is also directed through the defrost outlets. NOTE: There is a varying temperature differential between the upper and lower outlets for added comfort. 4