1998 Honda Prelude Owner's Manual - Page 98

Heating and Cooling If the interior is very warm from being parked in the sun, you can cool it down more rapidly by setting up the controls this way: 1. Start the engine. 2. Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. Make sure the temperature control lever is all the way to the left. 3. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4. Open the windows partially. Select and Fresh Air mode. When the interior has cooled down to a more comfortable temperature, close the windows and set the controls as described for normal cooling. Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 57) when driving in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A / C until the gauge reads normally. To Heat To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry. 1. Switch the fan on. 2. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select and Fresh Air mode. 4. Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C). To warm the interior: 1. Start the engine. 2. Select and Fresh Air mode. 3. Set the fan to the desired speed. 4. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control lever. CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features