60 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE A UTOMATIC T EMPERATURE C ONTROL (ATC) To provide you with maximum comfort in the Automatic mode during cold start-ups, the blower fan will remain on low until the engine warms up. The blower will increase in speed and transition into Auto mode. Manual Operation Override O PERATING T IPS NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for suggested control settings for various weather conditions. Summer Operation Automatic Operation 1. Push the AUTO button on the faceplate, or the AUTO button on the touchscreen on the Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Panel. This system offers a full complement of manual override features.
The AUTO symbol in the front ATC display will be turned off when the system is being used in the manual mode. C LIMATE V OICE R ECOGNITION I F E QUIPPED 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the driver and passenger temperature control buttons. Once the desired temperature is displayed, the system will achieve and automatically maintain that comfort level. The engine cooling system must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corrosion protection and to protect against engine overheating. OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032) is recommended. Winter Operation 3.
When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the settings. You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the system to function automatically. Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep everyone comfortable while you keep moving ahead. To ensure the best possible heater and defroster performance, make sure the engine cooling system is functioning properly and the proper amount, type, and concentration of coolant is used. Use of the Air Recirculation mode during Winter months is not recommended, because it may cause window fogging. Vacation/Storage Push the VR button on the steering wheel.
After the beep, say one of the following commands: NOTE: It is not necessary to move the temperature settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode, and blower speed to provide comfort as quickly as possible. “Set driver temperature to 70 degrees” “Set passenger temperature to 70 degrees” Did you know: Voice Command for Climate may only be used to adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle. Voice Command will not work to adjust the heated seats or steering wheel if equipped. For information on maintaining the Climate Control system when the vehicle is being stored for an extended period of time, see Ъ page388.
The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric units by selecting the U.S./Metric within Uconnect Settings Ъ page189.