Vacation storage, Window fogging, Outside air intake – Dodge 2015 Dart - Owner Manual User Manual

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Vacation Storage
Any time you store your vehicle or keep it out of service

(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air

conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the

fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure

adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility

of compressor damage when the system is started again.
Window Fogging
Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re-

moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The

Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear

windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win-

dow fogging becomes objectionable, increase blower

speed to improve airflow and clearing of the side win-

dows. Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in mild

but rainy or humid weather.

NOTE:

• Recirculate without A/C should not be used for long

periods, as fogging may occur.

• Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will automati-

cally adjust the climate control settings to reduce or

eliminate window fogging on the front windshield.

When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable.

Outside Air Intake
Make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the

windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves. Leaves

collected in the air intake may reduce airflow, and if they

enter the plenum, they could plug the water drains. In

winter months, make sure the air intake is clear of ice,

slush, and snow.

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