HONDA 2003 Element - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 127)

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Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
) when driving in stop-and-go
traffic or climbing a long, steep hill.
If it moves near the red zone, turn
off the A/C until the gauge reads
normally.
To warm the interior:
Start the engine.
Select
.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.
Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select
and Fresh Air mode.
Adjust the temperature control
dial so the mixture of heated and
cooled air feels comfortable.
This setting is suitable for all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
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Heating and Cooling
Comf ort and Convenience Features
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Conditioning
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