2003 Honda CR-V Owner's Manual - Page 132

Heating and Cooling How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. It is best to leave the system in Fresh Air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to Fresh Air mode when the condition clears. FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep these clear of leaves and other debris. Ventilation 1. Turn the temperature control dial all the way to the left. Make sure the A/C is off. and Fresh Air mode. 2. Select 3. Set the fan to the desired speed. The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents near the tailgate. CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features 131