Chevrolet 2010 Malibu Automobile User Manual


 
- (Defog): This mode clears the windows of fog or
moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and floor
outlets, with some air directed to the side windows.
When this mode is selected, the system automatically
turns off recirculation and runs the air-conditioning
compressor unless the outside temperature is at or
below freezing. The air-conditioning compressor
operates although the indicator light is not on. The
air-conditioning indicator light turns off when defog is
selected. If the air-conditioning button is pressed while
in defog mode, the indicator light will turn on. If the
button is pressed again, the light will turn off. The
recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the
defog mode. Do not drive the vehicle until all the
windows are clear.
1 (Defrost): This mode quickly clears the windshield
of fog or frost. Air is directed to the windshield with
some air directed to the floor vents. In this mode,
outside air is pulled into the vehicle. The
air-conditioning compressor will not run unless the
outside temperature is at or below freezing. The
air-conditioning compressor operates although the
indicator light is not on. The air-conditioning indicator
light turns off when defrost is selected. If the
air-conditioning button is pressed while in defrost mode,
the indicator light turns on. If the button is pressed
again, the light turns off. Recirculation cannot be
selected while in the defrost mode.
To help clear the windshield quickly, do the following:
1. Select
0 .
2. Select the highest temperature.
3. Select the highest fan speed.
# (Air Conditioning): Press to turn the air conditioning
system on or off. An indicator light comes on to show it
is on.
The air-conditioning system removes moisture from the
air, so a small amount of water might drip under the
vehicle while it is idling or after the engine is turned off
is normal.
Maximum Air Conditioning
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air
escape; then close them. This helps reduce the time it
takes for the vehicle to cool down. It also helps the air
conditioning system operate more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days, do the following:
1. Select the
C vent mode.
2. Select the highest fan speed.
3. Select
# air conditioning.
4. Select the
? recirculation mode.
5. Select the coolest temperature.
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