2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Owner Manual - Page 295

294 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL NOTE: While operating in the other modes, the system mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the panel will not automatically sense the presence of fog, mist or ice on the windshield. Defrost mode must be manually outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets. selected to clear the windshield and side glass. Floor Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air air is directed through the defrost and side window conditioning system. When in A/C mode and the demister outlets. ATC is set to a cool temperature, dehumidified air flows Mix Mode through the air outlets. If Economy mode is desired, press Air comes from the floor, defrost and side window the A/C button to turn off the A/C mode in the ATC demist outlets. This mode works best in cold or display and deactivate the A/C system. snowy conditions. It allows you to stay comfortable NOTE: while keeping the windshield clear. • If the system is in Mix, Bi-Level or Defrost Mode, the Defrost Mode A/C can be turned off, but the A/C system shall Air comes from the windshield and side window remain active to prevent fogging of the windows. demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maximum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and • If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, select Defrost mode and increase blower speed. side window defrosting.