2010 Jeep Patriot Owner's Manual - Page 276

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 275 You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. Selecting the "O" (OFF) position on the blower control stops the 1. Turn the Mode Control knob (on the right) and the system completely and closes the outside air intake. Blower Control knob (on the left) to AUTO. The recommended setting for maximum comfort for the NOTE: The AUTO position performs best for front seat average person is 72°F (22°C); however, this may vary. occupants only. NOTE: 2. Dial in the temperature you would • The temperature setting can be adjusted at anytime like the system to maintain by rotating without affecting automatic operation. the Temperature Control knob. Once the comfort level is selected, the sys- • Pressing the Air Conditioning Control button while in AUTO mode will cause the LED in the control button tem will maintain that level automatito flash three times and then turn off. This indicates cally using the heating system. Should that the system is in AUTO mode and requesting the the desired comfort level require air air conditioning is not necessary. conditioning, the system will automatically make the adjustment. Automatic Operation Operation of the system is quite simple. 4