1996 Nissan Altima Owner's Manual - Page 60
1996 Nissan Altima Manual
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- Air flows from center and side ventilators and foot outlets. - Air flows mainly from foot outlets. - Air flows from defroster outlets and foot outlets. - Air flows mainly from defroster outlets. WARNING Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the interior air to become stale and the windows to fog up. HEATER OPERATION Heating This mode is used to direct heated air from the floor outlets. Some air will also come from the defrost vents. 1. Push the air recirculation button to the ''OFF'' position for normal heating. 2. Push the button in. 3. Move the fan control dial to the desired position. 4. Move the temperature control lever to the desired position between the middle and the ''HOT'' position. Temperature control lever This lever allows you to adjust the temperature of the outlet air. Air conditioning button (If so equipped) This button is provided only on vehicles equipped with air conditioning. Start the engine, move the fan control dial to the desired (1 to 4) position and push the A/C button to turn on the air conditioning. The indicator light will come on when the air conditioning is on. To stop the air conditioning, push the switch again to return it to its original position. The air conditioning cooling function operates only when the engine is running. WARNING Positioning of the heating or air conditioning controls should not be done while driving, in order that full attention may be given to the driving operation. 3-3 Air recirculation button OFF position: Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment and distributed through the selected outlet. Use this position for normal heater or air conditioning operation. ON position (Indicator light on): Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Push the air recirculation button to the ''ON'' position when driving on a dusty road or to avoid traffic fumes and for maximum cooling when using the air conditioning. Ventilation This mode directs outside air from the side and center vents. 1. Push the air recirculation button to the ''OFF'' position. 2. Push the button in. 3. Move the fan control dial to the desired position. 4. Move the temperature control lever to the desired position.