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OTHER CONTROLS AND EQUIPMENT
52SS0-01E
Air Conditioning System
Description of controls
52SS50030
(1) Temperature selector with air condi-
tioning switch
(2) Blower speed selector
Temperature selector with air condition-
ing switch (1)
This is used to adjust the temperature.
Also, this is used to turn on and off the air
conditioning system by turning the selec-
tor. To turn on the air conditioning system,
turn the selector to a position other than
“OFF”. When this selector is in “OFF”, the
air conditioning system will not turn on.
Blower speed selector (2)
This is used to turn on the blower and to
select blower speed.
NOTE:
During operation of the air conditioner, you
may notice slight changes in engine
speed. These changes are normal, the
system is designed so that the compressor
turns on or off to maintain the desired tem-
perature.
Less operation of the compressor results
in better fuel economy.
Maintenance
If you do not use the air conditioner for a
long period, such as during winter, it may
not give the best performance when you
start using it again. To help maintain opti-
mum performance and durability of your air
conditioner, it needs to be run periodically.
Operate the air conditioner at least once a
month for one minute with the engine
idling. This circulates the refrigerant and oil
and helps protect the internal components.
NOTE:
Your vehicle uses the air conditioning refrig-
erant HFC-134a, commonly called R-134a.
R-134a replaced R-12 around 1993 for
automotive applications. Other refrigerants
are available, including recycled R-12, but
only R-134a should be used in your vehicle.
NOTICE
Using the wrong refrigerant may
damage your air conditioning sys-
tem. Use R-134a only. Do not mix or
replace the R-134a with other refrig-
erants.
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