Mode Control Knob
Mode Control KnobThe mode control knob (5) allows the driver to route the air into the passenger compartment through different outlets. The mode knob enables the selection of the following modes:
^ VENTILATION
- Air is discharged from the IP air outlets.
- Air quantity is controlled by the blower speed control knob.
- Vehicle speed affects the air quantity when the fresh/recirc lever is in the FRESH position. The passenger compartment receives more air as the vehicle speed increases.
- The passenger compartment receives some air even if the blower speed lever is in the OFF position.
^ BI-LEVEL
- Airflow is divided between the upper air outlets and the floor air outlets.
- Warmer air is delivered to the floor outlets than is delivered to the upper air outlets.
^ HEAT
- Air is directed towards the floor outlet.
- A small amount of air is directed towards the windshield.
^ HEAT/DEFROSTER
- A portion of heated air is routed to the windshield.
- The floor and side window outlets receive the remaining portion of air.
^ DEFROST
- Most of the air is directed to the windshield.
- The side windows and the floor receive a small amount of air.