1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette Owner's Manual - Page 151

On very hot days, your vehicle will cool down more quickly and economically if you open the windows long enough to lethot, inside air escape.For all settings, adjust the temperature control leverand fan speed as desired. Press the RECIRC button to get maximum cooling or quick cool-down on very hot days. It should not be used for long periods of time because the air may become too cold and dry. is When the temperature outside above freezing,the air conditioner compressorwill automatically condition the air when you press RECIRC (the A/C indicator light will glow), DEFOG or DEF (the A/C indicator light will not glow). Press A/C (the A/C indicator light will glow) to condition the air when you press UPPER, BI-LEV or LOWER. To turn off the air conditioner compressor in these settings, press A/C again (the indicator light will off>. go Each time you turn on the ignition, the air conditioner will default to the setting you had selected before last turning off the ignition. When the air conditioner compressor on, you may is sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle's engine performance and power. This is normal. The system is designed to help fuel economy while it maintains the desired cooling level. The air conditionerremoves moisture from the air, so you may sometimes notice water dripping from under your vehicle when it is idling or after it has been turned off. This is normal. T' Slide the temperature lever to the right to warm the air. In the LOWER mode, outside air will be brought in and sent through the floor outlets. The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it.