2002 Oldsmobile Alero Owner's Manual - Page 143

Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and the area around the windshield wipers free of ice, snow or any other obstruction, such as leaves. The heater and defroster will work better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. of objects to help air circulate throughout your vehicle. D Keep the air path under the front seats clear D When an objectionable odor outside the vehicle is You will find air outlets in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can direct the airflow side to side by moving the sliding levers. The outlet louvers can also be tilted up and down. To control the amount of airflow through the outlets, turn the thumbwheel. encountered, the recirculation setting can prevent the odor from being drawn into the vehicle through the ventilation system. For example, this usage of recirculation can be helpful when driving through a long tunnel with poor ventilation. However, extended use of recirculation in cold or cool weather can cause window fogging. 3-6