2011 Dodge Dakota Extended Cab Owner Manual - Page 242

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 241 Recirculation Modes (Panel or Bi-Level ) Floor Select the recirculation modes when Outside air flows primarily through the floor outthe outside air contains dust, odors, lets located under the instrument panel. high humidity, or if rapid cooling is Mix desired. This feature allows for recirOutside air flows in equal proportions through the culation of interior air only. Air flows floor and defroster outlets. either through the panel outlets or both the panel and floor outlets to- Defrost gether, depending on which recirculation mode is Outside air is primarily directed to the windshield selected. through the defroster outlets located at the base of the windshield, and the demister outlets located at the Panel (Fresh Air Modes) edge of each side of the instrument panel. Outside air flows through the outlets located in the NOTE: • The air conditioner compressor operates in both Mix Bi-Level and Defrost or a blend of these modes, even if the A/C Outside air flows through the outlets located in the button has not been pressed. This dehumidifies the air instrument panel and at the floor. to help dry the windshield. instrument panel. 4