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Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating
Current
Your vehicle may have a power outlet that can
be used to plug in auxiliary electrical equipment
with a maximum limit of 150 watts. If you try to
use equipment that requires more than the limit,
a protection circuit will cut the power supply.
To reset the outlet, unplug the item and plug it
back in or turn the ignition to LOCK or
ACCESSORY and then back on. The power
will automatically restart when equipment that
operates within the limit is plugged in.The power outlet is
located behind the
third row seats on the
passenger’s side
rear quarter trim panel.
The power outlet is not designed for the following
electrical equipment and may not work properly
if these items are plugged into the power outlet:
Equipment with high initial peak wattage
such as: compressor-driven refrigerators
and electric power tools.
Other equipment requiring an extremely
stable power supply such as:
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets,
touch sensor lamps, etc.
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Cigarette Lighter
Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter.
To use the lighter, located on the instrument
panel below the climate controls, push it in all
the way and let go. When it is ready, it will
pop back out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it
is heating will not allow the lighter to back
away from the heating element when it is hot.
Damage from overheating may occur to the
lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be
blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in
while it is heating.
Notice:If you put papers, pins, or other
ammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes
or other smoking materials could ignite
them and possibly damage your vehicle.
Never put ammable items in the ashtray.
Climate Controls
Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating,
cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.
Operation
Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to direct the air ow inside of your vehicle.
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To change the current mode, select one of the
following:
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode directs half of the air
to the instrument panel outlets, then directs
the remaining air to the oor outlets. Cooler air is
directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to
the oor outlets.
6(Floor):This mode directs most of the air to
the oor outlets. Use this mode to send air to
the rear of the vehicle. Keep the area under the
front seats free of objects that could obstruct
air ow to the rear of the vehicle.
The right knob can also be used to select defog
or defrost mode. For more information, see
“Defogging and Defrosting” later in this section.
Outside Air:This mode will be automatically
selected when your vehicle is in any mode except
maximum air conditioning.
A(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan
speed. Turn the knob to 0 to turn off the fan.
The fan must be turned on for the air conditioning
compressor to operate.
Temperature Control:Turn the center knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or
decrease the air temperature inside your vehicle.
#(Air Conditioning):Press this button to turn
the air-conditioning system on or off. When it is
pressed, an indicator light in the button will come on
to let you know that air conditioning is activated.
You may notice a slight change in engine
performance when the air conditioning compressor
shuts 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.
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside
air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce
the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down.
It also helps the system to operate more efficiently.
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Dual Climate Control System
Your vehicle may have a dual climate control
system. With this system you can control the
heating, cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle.
Operation
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(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan
speed. Turn the knob to 0 to turn off the fan.
The fan must be turned on for the air conditioning
compressor to operate.Temperature Control:Use the driver’s and
passenger’s levers to increase or decrease the
air temperature inside your vehicle.
Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to direct the air ow inside of your vehicle.
To change the current mode, select one of the
following:
@MAX A/C (Maximum Air Conditioning):
Turn the right knob to this position for maximum
air conditioning. This will select air conditioning
and recirculation for maximum cooling of
your vehicle.
Recirculation:This mode keeps outside air
from coming in the vehicle. It can be used
to prevent outside air and odors from entering
your vehicle or help heat or cool the air inside
your vehicle more quickly. This mode will
automatically be selected when maximum
air conditioning is selected.
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the
instrument panel outlets.
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Outlet Adjustment
k(Open):Turn the thumbwheel to this position
to open the air outlets.
l(Closed):Turn the thumbwheel to this position
to close the air outlets.
Use the louvers located on the air outlets to
change the direction of the air ow.
Operation Tips
Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the
air inlets at the base of the vehicle that may
block the ow of air into your vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood de ectors
may adversely affect the performance of
the system.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of
objects to help circulate the air inside of
your vehicle more effectively.
Rear Climate Control System
(Option A, Uplevel)
Your vehicle may have a rear climate control
system that allows the driver to adjust the fan speed
for the rear seating area. This system works with
the main climate control system in your vehicle.
This lever is located below the main climate
control system on the instrument panel. Use this
lever to adjust the fan speed for the rear seat
passengers.
A(Fan):Slide the lever to 1, 2, or 3 to increase
or decrease air ow to the rear seating area.
Slide the fan knob to 0 to turn the fan off.
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