2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Owner's Manual - Page 160

Armrest: 14 Sun Visor: 5 Interior Light Switch: 7 OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT • To return the blower speed selector (2), air intake selector (3), and air flow selector (4) to automatic operation, push the "AUTO" switch. Maintenance If you do not use the air conditioner for a long period, such as during winter, it may not give the best performance when you start using it again. To help maintain optimum performance and durability of your air conditioner, it needs to be run periodically. Operate the air conditioner at least once a month for one minute with the engine idling. This circulates the refrigerant and oil and helps protect the internal components. Your air conditioner is equipped with air filters. Clean or replace them as specified in the "Maintenance Schedule" in the "INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE" section. Have this job done by your SUZUKI dealer as the lower glove box must be lowered for this job. NOTE: Your vehicle uses the air conditioning refrigerant HFC-134a, commonly called "R-134a". R-134a replaced R-12 around 1993 for automotive applications. Other refrigerants are available, including recycled R-12, but only R-134a should be used in your vehicle. (F) (G) 64J074 EXAMPLE 64J080 Be careful not to cover the interior temperature sensor (F) located between the steering wheel and the climate control panel, or the solar sensor (G) located at the top of the driver's side dashboard. These sensors are used by the automatic system to regulate temperature. Manual operation You can manually control the climate control system. Set the selectors to the desired positions. NOTE: If you need maximum defrosting: • push the defrost switch (5) to turn on the defroster (the air conditioning system will come on and the "FRESH AIR" mode will be selected automatically), • set the blower speed selector to HIGH, • adjust the temperature selector to the "HI" indication on the LCD display, and • adjust the side outlets so the air blows on the side windows. CAUTION Using the wrong refrigerant may damage your air conditioning system. Use R-134a only. Do not mix or replace the R-134a with other refrigerants. 5-7 79K21-03E