1998 Nissan Altima Owner's Manual - Page 83
1998 Nissan Altima Manual
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- Air flows mainly from defroster outlets. Temperature control lever This lever allows you to adjust the temperature of the outlet air. the desired (1 to 4) position and push the A/C button to turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light comes on when the air conditioner is on. To stop the air conditioner, push the switch again. The air conditioner cooling function operates only when the engine is running. (air recirculation) button 1. Push the 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. Air recirculation button Off position: Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment and distributed through the selected outlet. Use the off position for normal heater or air conditioner 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, to avoid traffic fumes, and for maximum cooling when using the air conditioner. HEATER OPERATION Heating This mode is used to direct heated air to the foot outlets. Some air also flows from the defroster outlets. 1. Push the (air recirculation) button to the off position for normal heating. 2. Push the button in. Defrosting or defogging This mode is used to defrost/defog the windows. 1. Push the button in. 2. Move the fan control dial to the desired position. 3. Move the temperature control lever to the desired position between the middle and the HOT position. ● To quickly remove ice or fog from the windows, turn on the fan control dial to 4 and the temperature control lever to the full HOT position. ● When the switch is pushed, the air conditioner automatically turns on to dehumidify the air, which helps defog the windshield. The air recirculation mode 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. Air conditioner button (if so equipped) This button is provided only on vehicles equipped with an air conditioner. Start the engine, move the fan control dial to Ventilation This mode directs outside air to the side and center ventilators. 4-4 Heater, air conditioner and audio systems