FIAT Freemont User Manual

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on the temperature knob is illuminated and any rear
overhead adjustments are ignored.

REAR MODE CONTROL

Auto Mode
The rear system automatically maintains the correct
mode and comfort level desired by the rear seat occu-
pants.

Headliner Mode

Air comes from the outlets in the headliner. Each
of these outlets can be individually adjusted to

direct the flow of air. Moving the air vanes of the
outlets to one side will shut off the airflow.

Bi-Level Mode

Air comes from both the headliner outlets and
the floor outlets.

NOTE:

In many temperature positions, the BI-LEVEL

mode is designed to provide cooler air out of the
headliner outlets and warmer air from the floor out-
lets.

Floor Mode

Air comes from the floor outlets.

OPERATING TIPS

NOTE:

Refer to the chart at the end of this section

for suggested control settings for various weather
conditions.

Summer Operation
The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles
must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze cool-
ant to provide proper corrosion protection and to
protect against engine overheating. A solution of 50%
ethylene glycol antifreeze coolant and 50% water is
recommended. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in
“Servicing And Care” for proper coolant selection.

Winter Operation
Use of the air Recirculation mode during Winter
months is not recommended because it may cause
window fogging.

Vacation Storage
Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in
the fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility
of compressor damage when the system is started
again.

Window Fogging
Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re-
moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The
Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear
windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win-
dow fogging becomes a problem, increase the blower
speed. Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in
mild but rainy or humid weather.

NOTE:

Recirculation mode without A/C should not

be used for long periods, as fogging may occur.

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