Setting the temperature

Different temperatures can be set for the driver's and front-passenger sides.

  • Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
  • To increase/reduce: turn controls 1 and 8 clockwise or counter-clockwise (). Only change the temperature setting in small increments. Start at 72 F (22 C).
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