Fiat 124 Spider Abarth (2017 year). Manual — part 3

Follow Me Home

The follow me home light system turns
on the headlights (low beams) when the
lever is operated.
System Activation
When the lever is pulled with the ignition
switched to ACC or OFF, the low beam
headlights turn on.
The headlights turn off after a certain
period of time has elapsed after the
doors are closed.
The time until the headlights turn off
after all of the doors are closed can be
changed. If no operations are done for
three minutes after the lever is pulled,
the headlights turn off.
The headlights turn off if the lever is
pulled again while the headlights are on.

Front Fog Lights

The front fog light can be used when
the ignition is switched to ON and the
headlights or parking lights are on.
Activation
Turn the headlight switch in

or

position before activate front fog

lights.
Rotate the fog light switch to

position.

The

fog light indicator in the

instrument cluster illuminates while the
front fog lights are on.
Deactivation
Perform one of the following operations
to turn off the front fog lights:

Rotate the fog light switch to OFF

position.

Turn the headlight switch to OFF

position.

Switch the ignition to a position other

than ON.
The

fog light indicator in the

instrument cluster goes off when the
front fog light is turned off.

With auto-light control
When the fog light switch is in

position and the headlight switch is

in AUTO position, the front fog lights will
stay on.

Turn Signals

The ignition must be switched to the
ON position to use the turn and
lane-change signals.
Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn). The signal
will self-cancel after the turn is
completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to
its original position.
The turn signal indicators (green)

in the instrument cluster flash

according to the operation of the turn
signal lever to show which signal is
working.
Note: If an indicator light stays on
without flashing or if it flashes
abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs
may be burned out.

Lane Change Assist

Move the lever halfway toward the
direction of the lane change (until the
indicator flashes) and hold it there. It will
return to the off position when released.
Three-flash turn signal
After releasing the turn signal lever, the
turn signal indicator flashes three times.

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Headlight Switch

1 — Headlight Switch
2 — Fog Light Switch

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The operation can be cancelled by
moving the lever in the direction
opposite to which it was operated.
The three-flash turn signal function can
be turned on or off using the
personalization function in the radio.

AFS (Adaptive Front
Lighting System) — If
Equipped

This system directs the main light beam
and adapts it to the driving conditions
around bends/when cornering,
continuously and automatically.
The system directs the light beam to
illuminate the road in the best way,
taking into account the speed of the
vehicle, the bend/corner angle and the
speed of steering.
The adaptive lights are automatically
activated when the vehicle is started.

Leaving Home Light
System

The leaving home light system turns on
the lights when the key fob unlock
button is pushed while away from the
vehicle.
Activation
When the ignition switch is in the OFF
position and the headlight switch is in

or

position, the headlights

will illuminate when the key fob unlock
button is pushed and the vehicle
receives the key fob signal.

The headlights turn off after
30 seconds.
The following lights turn on when the
leaving home light system is operated:
low beams/parking lights/taillights/
license lights.

Operation of the leaving home light

system can be turned on or off.

When the key fob

button is

pushed and the vehicle receives the key
fob signal, the headlights turn off.

When the headlight switch is in a

position other than

or

, the

headlights turn off.

Headlamp Leveling
System — If Equipped

Automatic Headlamp Leveling
System
On some models, the angle of the
headlights will be automatically adjusted
when turning on the headlights.

Adjusting The Headlight
When Abroad

Dipped headlights are adjusted for
driving in the country where the vehicle
was originally purchased.
When travelling in countries with
opposite driving direction, to avoid
flashing the drivers on the other side of
the road, you need to cover areas of
the headlight. For this operation contact
an authorized dealer.

WINDSHIELD
WIPERS / WASHER

Windshield Wipers
Washer

The ignition must be in the ON position
to use the wipers.

Windshield Wipers

Turn the wipers on by pushing the lever
up or down.

With intermittent wiper
Switch positions:

or MIST: operation while

pulling up lever

OFF: stop

--- or INT: intermittent operation

— or LO: low speed operation

= or HI: high speed operation

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Windshield Wiper Switch

1 — Intermittent Switch

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Variable-speed intermittent wipers
Set the lever to the intermittent position
and choose the interval timing by
rotating the switch.
With auto-wiper control
Switch positions:

or MIST: operation while

pulling up lever

OFF: stop

AUTO: auto control operation

— or LO: low speed operation

= or HI: high speed operation

Auto-wiper control
When the wiper lever is in the AUTO
position, the rain sensor will sense the
amount of rainfall on the windshield and
turns the wipers on or off automatically
(off/intermittent/low speed/high speed).
Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity
The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be
adjusted by rotating the switch on the
wiper lever.
From the center position (normal),
rotate the switch downward for higher
sensitivity (+) (faster response) or rotate
it upward for less sensitivity (-) (slower
response).
Note: Do not shade the rain sensor by
placing a sticker or a label on the
windshield. Otherwise the rain sensor
will not operate correctly.

When the wiper lever is in the AUTO
position and the ignition is switched
ON, the wipers may move automatically
in the following cases:

If the windshield above the rain

sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth.

If the windshield is struck with a hand

or other object from either outside or
inside the vehicle.

Warning!

Keep hands and scrapers clear of the
windshield when the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position and the ignition is switched
ON as fingers could be pinched or the
wipers and wiper blades damaged when
the wipers activate automatically.

If you are going to clean the windshield,
be sure the wipers are turned off. This
is important when clearing ice and
snow.
Switching the auto-wiper lever from the
OFF to the AUTO position while driving
activates the windshield wipers once,
after which they operate according to
the rainfall amount.
The auto-wiper control may not operate
when the rain sensor temperature is
about 14 °F (–10 °C) or lower, or about
185 °F (85 °C) or higher.
If the windshield is coated with water
repellent, the rain sensor may not be

able to sense the amount of rainfall
correctly and auto-wiper control may
not operate properly.
If dirt or debris (such as ice or debris
containing salt water) adheres to the
windshield above the rain sensor or if
the windshield is iced, it could cause
the wipers to move automatically.
However, if the wipers cannot remove
this ice, dirt or debris, the auto-wiper
control will stop operation. In this case,
set the wiper lever to the low speed
position or high speed position for
manual operation, or remove the ice,
dirt or debris by hand to restore the
auto-wiper operation.
If the auto-wiper lever is left in the
AUTO position, the wipers could
operate automatically from the effect of
strong light sources, electromagnetic
waves, or infrared light because the rain
sensor uses an optical sensor.
It is recommended that the auto-wiper
lever be switched to the OFF position
other than when driving the vehicle
under rainy conditions.
The auto-wiper control functions can be
turned off.
Because heavy ice and snow can jam
the wiper blades, the wiper motor is
protected from motor breakdown,
overheating and possible fire by a
circuit breaker. This mechanism will
automatically stop operation of the
blades, but only for about five minutes.
If this happens, turn off the wiper switch

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and park off the road and remove the
snow and ice. After five minutes, turn
on the switch and the blades should
operate normally. If they do not resume
functioning, contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible. Drive to the
side of the road and pull off the side of
the road to a safe location. Wait until
the weather clears before trying to drive
with the wipers inoperative.

Windshield Washer

Pull the lever toward you and hold it to
spray washer fluid.
With the wiper lever in the OFF,
intermittent position or AUTO position,
the wipers will operate continuously
until the lever is released.

Warning!

Sudden loss of visibility through the
windshield could lead to a collision. You
might not see other vehicles or other
obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the
windshield during freezing weather, warm
the windshield with defroster before and
during windshield washer use.

If the fluid level is normal and the
washer does not work, contact an
authorized dealer.

With headlight washers
When the headlights are on, the
headlight washers operate
automatically once every fifth time the
windshield washer operates.

CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM

Operating Tips

The air conditioning system will only
operate with the engine running.
To prevent the battery from being
discharged while the engine is off, do
not leave the fan control dial on for
extended periods of time.
To improve system efficiency, clear all
obstructions (leaves, snow and ice)
from the hood and the air inlet in the
grille.
Use the air conditioning system to
defog the windows and dehumidify the
air.
Recirculation mode should be used
when driving through tunnels, while in a
traffic jam, or when you would like to
quickly cool the interior by shutting off
the exterior vents.
Use the outside air position for
ventilation or windscreen defrosting.
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, and
then run the air conditioning system.
To keep the internal parts lubricated
and the system running smoothly, run
the air conditioner about 10 minutes at
least once a month.

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Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. A lack of
refrigerant may make the air conditioner
less efficient. The refrigerant
specifications are indicated on a label (A
or B depending on the market)
attached to the inside of the engine
compartment. Check the label before
refilling the refrigerant. If the wrong type
of refrigerant is used, it could result in a
serious malfunction of the air
conditioner. For details, contact your
Authorized Dealership.

Caution!

The system uses a coolant that is
compatible with the laws in force in the
countries where the vehicle is sold, R134a
or R1234yf (indicated on a specific plate in
the engine compartment). The use of other
coolants affects the efficiency and
condition of the system. Also the
compressor coolants used must be
compatible with the indicated coolant.

Vent Operation

Adjusting The Vents

To adjust the direction of air flow, move
the vent adjustment knob.
Note: When using the air conditioner in
humid conditions, fog may blow from
the vents. This is a result of humid air
being suddenly cooled and does not
indicate a system malfunction.

Center Vents (Driver) and Side
Vents

Center and side vents are located on
the dashboard.

Air vent open/close: the air vents can

be fully opened and closed by operating
knob 1 (A = open / B = close).

Air flow direction adjustment: operate

knob 1 to adjust the center vents to the
desired position.

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Label Location

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Side Air Vents

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Center Vents (Front Passenger)

Center vents are located on the
dashboard.

Air vent open/close: use the Center

Vent tab (1) to open/close the center
vents (A = open / B = close).

Air flow direction adjustment: use the

Center Vent tab (1) to adjust the center
vents to the desired position.

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Operating the Side Air Vents

1 — Air Vent Knob
A — Open Position
B — Closed Position

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Central Air Vent

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Operating The Central Air Vent

1 — Center Vent Tab
A — Open Position
B — Closed Position

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Airflow Mode

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Airflow Locations

1 — Fixed Upper Air Diffuser
2 — Adjustable Side Air Vents
3 — Adjustable Center Air Vent
4 — Floor Vents

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Manual Climate Control System

With MAX A/C function

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Manual Climate Controls With MAX A/C

1 — Temperature Control Knob

4 — Rear Window Defrost Button

2 — Blower Control Knob

5 — Air Recirculation Button

3 — Mode Selector Knob

6 — A/C Button

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Controls

1 – Temperature Control Knob

This dial controls the interior
temperature of the vehicle.
Turn it clockwise for hotter
temperatures and counterclockwise for
colder temperatures.
MAX A/C – If Equipped: When the
Mode Selector Knob is set to

or

,

the fan control knob is in a position
other than 0, and the temperature
control knob is in the maximum cold
position, the Recirculation Button will
activate and the A/C will turn on
automatically. If A/C is not desired,
press the A/C Button to turn it off.

2 – Blower Control Knob

The blower has seven speeds. Turn the
knob clockwise to increase blower
speed or counterclockwise to decrease
blower speed.

3 – Mode Selector Knob

Turn the Mode Selector Knob to select
the air flow mode.
The mode selector dial can be set at
the intermediate positions (

●) between

each mode.
Set the knob to an intermediate
position if you want to split the air flow
between the two modes.
For example, when the Mode Selector
Knob is at the intermediate position (

●)

between the

and

positions, air

flow from the floor vents is less than
that of the

position.

4 – Rear Window Defrost Button

The Rear Window Defrost Button clears
fog and frost from the rear window. The
ignition must be ON to use the
defroster.
Push the button to turn on the Rear
Window Defroster. The Rear Window
Defroster operates for about
15 minutes and then turns off
automatically. The button LED will
illuminate when the defroster is
operating.
To turn off the Rear Window Defroster
before the end of 15 minutes, push the
button again.

Caution!

Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:

Use care when washing the inside of

the rear window. Do not use abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of
the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled
off after soaking with warm water.

Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments,

or abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.

Keep all objects a safe distance from

the window.

Note:

Before opening the convertible top,

make sure the Rear Window Defrost
Button is turned off. Otherwise, the
heat generated from the defroster
could damage the convertible top and
the internal material.

This defroster is not designed for

melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the
defroster.

Mirror Defroster — If Equipped: To
turn on the mirror defroster, switch the
ignition ON and push the Rear Window
Defroster Button.

5 – Air Recirculation Button

Press the Air Recirculation Button to
select between outside air and
recirculated air positions.
Recirculated Air Position: (LED on)
Outside air is shut off when this position
has been activated. Use this position
when going through tunnels, driving in
congested traffic (high engine exhaust
areas), or when quick cooling of the
vehicle is desired.

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Outside Air Position: (LED off)
Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.

Note:

Do not use the Outside Air Position in
cold or rainy weather is dangerous as it
will cause the windows to fog up. Your
vision will be hampered, which could
lead to a serious accident.

6 – A/C Button

Push the A/C Button to turn on the air
conditioner.
The LED on the switch will illuminate
when the Blower Control Knob is in any
position except the OFF position.
Push the button again to turn off the air
conditioner.
Note: The air conditioner may not
function when the outside temperature
approaches 32 °F (0 °C).

Heating

Proceed as follows:

1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to
the

position.

2. Set the Air Recirculation Button to
the outside air position.

3. Set the Temperature Control Dial to
the hot position.

4. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed.

5. If dehumidified heating is desired,
turn on the air conditioner.
If the windshield fogs up easily, set the
Mode Selector Knob to the

position.

If cooler air is desired at face level, set
the Mode Selector Knob to the

position and adjust the Temperature

Control Knob to maintain comfort.
The floor vents will blow warmer air
while the side air vents will blow cooler
air (except when the temperature
control dial is set at the maximum hot
or cold position).

Cooling (With Air
Conditioner)

Proceed as follows:

1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to
the

position.

2. Set the Temperature Control Knob
to the cold position.

3. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed.

4. Turn on the air conditioner by
pushing the A/C Button.

5. After cooling begins, adjust the
Blower Control Knob and Temperature
Control Knob as needed to maintain
comfort.

Note:

If the air conditioner is used while

driving up large hills or in heavy traffic,
monitor the Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning Light to see if it
is illuminated or flashing. The air
conditioner may cause engine
overheating in these situations. If the
warning light is illuminated or flashing,
turn the air conditioning off
immediately.

When maximum cooling is desired,

set the Temperature Control Knob to
the extreme cold position, push the Air
Recirculation Button to activate the
recirculated air position, and then turn
the fan control dial fully clockwise.

If warmer air is desired at floor

level, set the Mode Selector Knob to
the

position, and adjust the

Temperature Control Knob to maintain
comfort.

The floor vents will blow warmer air

while the side air vents will blow cooler
air (except when the temperature
control dial is set at the maximum hot
or cold position).

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Ventilation

Proceed as follows:

1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to
the

position.

2. Set the Air Recirculation Button to
the outside air position.

3. Set the Temperature Control Knob
to the desired position.

4. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed.

Windshield Defrosting
And Defogging

Proceed as follows:
1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to the
Front Defrost

position.

2. Set the Temperature Control Knob to
the desired position.
3. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed.
4. If dehumidified heating is desired,
turn on the air conditioner.

Warning!

Set the temperature control to the hot or
warm position when defogging (Front
Defrost position). Using the Front Defrost
position with the temperature control set to
the cold position is dangerous as it will
cause the outside of the windscreen to fog
up. Your vision will be hampered, which
could lead to a serious accident.

Note:

For maximum defrosting, turn on

the air conditioner, set the Temperature
Control Knob to the extreme hot
position, and turn the Blower Control
Knob fully clockwise.

If warm air is desired from the floor

vents, set the Mode Selector Knob to
the

position.

If equipped with MAX A/C, the

Recirculation Button can be set to the
Recirculated Air position, when the
Blower Control Knob is ON, and the
Mode Selector Knob is set to the Front
Defrost position.

Dehumidifying (With Air
Conditioner)

Operate the air conditioner in cool or
cold weather to help defog the
windshield and side windows.
Proceed as follows:

1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to the
desired position.

2. Set the Air Recirculation Knob to the
outside air position.

3. Set the Temperature Control Knob
to the desired position.

4. Set the Blower Control Knob to the
desired speed.

5. Turn on the air conditioner by
pressing the A/C Button.
Note: One of the functions of the air
conditioner is dehumidifying the air. To
use this function, the temperature does
not have to be set to cold. Set the
Temperature Control Knob to the
desired position (hot or cold), and turn
on the air conditioner to dehumidify the
cabin air.

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Automatic Climate Control System

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Automatic Climate Controls — Type A

1 — Temperature Control Knob

4 — Rear Window Defrost Button

2 — Blower Control Knob

5 — Air Recirculation Button

3 — Mode Selector Knob

6 — A/C Button

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Automatic Climate Controls — Type B

1 — Temperature Control Knob

4 — Rear Window Defrost Button

2 — Blower Control Knob

5 — Air Recirculation Button

3 — Mode Selector Knob

6 — A/C Button

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Controls

1 – Temperature Control Knob

This knob controls internal temperature
of the vehicle. Turn it clockwise for
hotter temperatures and
counterclockwise for colder
temperatures.

2 – Blower Control Knob

The fan has seven speeds. Turn the
clockwise to increase blower speed or
counterclockwise to decrease blower
speed/enter Auto mode.
AUTO Position: The blower speed is
automatically controlled by the system
based upon the set temperature.
0 Position: To turn off the system, set
the dial to 0 position.

3 – Mode Selector Dial

Turn the Mode Selector Knob to select
the air flow mode.
AUTO Position: The air flow
automatically adjusts based upon the
selected temperature.

Note:

With the air flow mode set to

the

position, and the Temperature

Control Knob is set to a medium
temperature, the floor vents will blow
warmer air, and the center and side air
vents will blow cooler air.

When the Blower Control Knob is

ON, and the Mode Selector Knob is in
the

position, the air conditioner is

automatically turned on, and the Air
Recirculation Button is automatically
set to the outside air position for
windshield defrosting.

4 – Rear Window Defrost Button

The Rear Window Defroster clears fog
and frost from the rear window. The
ignition must be switched ON to use
the defroster.
Push the button to turn on the Rear
Window Defroster.
The Rear Window Defroster operates
for about 15 minutes, and then turns off
automatically.
The button LED will illuminate when the
defroster is operating.
To turn off the Rear Window Defroster
before the end of 15 minutes, push the
switch again.

Caution!

Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:

Before opening the convertible top,

make sure the Rear Window Defrost
Button is turned OFF. Otherwise, the heat
generated from the defroster could
damage the convertible top and the
internal material.

Use care when washing the inside of

the rear window. Do not use abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of
the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled
off after soaking with warm water.

Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments,

or abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.

Keep all objects a safe distance from

the window.

Note: This defroster is not designed for
melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the
defroster.

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Mirror Defroster — If Equipped: To
turn on the mirror defroster, switch the
ignition ON and push the Rear Window
Defroster Button.

5 – Air Recirculation Button

Press the Air Recirculation Button to
select between outside air and
recirculated air positions.
Recirculated Air Position: (LED On)
Outside air is shut off when this position
has been activated. Use this position
when going through tunnels, driving in
congested traffic (high engine exhaust
areas), or when quick cooling of the
vehicle is desired.
Outside Air Position: (LED Off)
Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.

Note:

Do not Recirculated Air Position use the
position in cold or rainy weather. Using
the Recirculated Air Position in cold or
rainy weather is dangerous as it will
cause the windows to fog up. Your
vision will be hampered, which could
lead to a serious accident.

6 – A/C Switch

Push the A/C Button to turn on the air
conditioner.
The LED on the switch will illuminate
when the Blower Control Knob is in any
position except the OFF position.

Push the button again to turn off the air
conditioner.
Note: The air conditioner may not
function when the outside temperature
approaches 32 °F ( 0 °C).

Operation Of Automatic
Air Conditioning

Proceed as follows:

1. Set the mode selector dial to the
AUTO position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the
outside air position (indicator light
turned off).

Note:

If the recirculated air position is

used for long periods in cold weather or
high humidity, the windshield may fog
up more easily.

3. Set the fan control dial to the AUTO
position.

4. Push the A/C switch to operate the
air conditioning (indicator light on).

5. Set the temperature control dial to
the desired position.

6. To turn off the system, set the fan
control dial to the 0 position.
Setting the temperature to maximum
hot or cold will not provide the desired
temperature at a faster rate.

When selecting heat, the system will
restrict air flow until it has warmed to
prevent cold air from blowing out of the
vents.
For an optimal cabin temperature, set
the temperature close to “77”. Adjust to
the desired temperature if necessary.

Windshield Defrosting
And Defogging

Set the mode selector dial to the

position and turn the fan control

dial to the desired speed.
In this position, the outside air position
is automatically selected, and when the
fan control dial is ON, the air
conditioner automatically turns on. The
air conditioner will directly dehumidify
the air to the front windscreen and side
windows. Air flow amount will be
increased.
Use the temperature control dial to
increase the air flow temperature and
defog the windscreen more quickly.

Warning!

Set the temperature control to the hot or
warm position when defogging (Front
Defrost position). Using the Front Defrost
position with the temperature control set to
the cold position is dangerous as it will
cause the outside of the windscreen to fog
up. Your vision will be hampered, which
could lead to a serious accident.

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Sunlight/Temperature
Sensor

The air conditioning system measures
inside and outside temperatures, and
sunlight.
It then sets temperatures inside the
cabin accordingly.

Note: Do not obstruct either sensor,
otherwise the air-conditioning system
will not operate properly.

POWER WINDOWS

Power Window Controls

The ignition must be placed in the ON
position for the power windows to
operate.
A power window may no longer
open/close if you continue to push the
switch after opening/closing the power
window.
If the power window does not
open/close, wait a moment and then
operate the switch again.
Note: To prevent burning out the fuse
and damaging the power window
system, do not open or close both
windows at once.

The passenger window can be
operated with each door switch when
the power window lock switch on the
driver's door is in the unlocked position.

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Exterior Sensor

1 — Sunlight Sensor

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Interior Sensor

2 — Interior Temperature Sensor

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