Pontiac 2006 Automobile User Manual


 
Climate Controls
Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating and
ventilation of your vehicle. You may also be able to
control the cooling of your vehicle, if equipped. The
in-between mode will be a combination of the two modes
that the control is selected between.
Temperature: Turn the left knob on the control panel to
adjust the temperature of the air in the vehicle. Turn
the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or
decrease the temperature.
#(Air Conditioning) (If Equipped): Press the left
knob on the control panel to turn the air conditioning
system on or off. An indicator light on the button
will come on to let you know the air conditioning is
activated. When the system is on, this setting cools and
dehumidifies the air entering your vehicle.
The air conditioning will not function if the fan is turned
off. If air conditioning is selected with fan off, the
LED light will flash three times and then turn off.
You may notice a slight change in engine performance
when the air conditioning compressor turns off and
turns on again. This is normal. The system is designed
to make adjustments to help with fuel economy while
still maintaining the selected temperature.
Air conditioning does not operate at temperature below
40°F (4°C). In temperatures above 40°F (4°C), the
air conditioning cannot be turned off in defrost
and floor/defog modes because it helps to remove
moisture from the vehicle. It also helps to keep
the windows clear.
On hot days, open the windows to let the hot inside air
escape; then close them. This helps reduce the time
it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the
system to operate more efficiently.
Climate Control System with Air Conditioning
shown, Climate Control System without
Air Conditioning similar
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