2012 Dodge Durango Owner Manual - Page 440

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