Honda CR-V: Using Automatic Climate Control / Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
Pressing the
(windshield
defroster) button
turns the air conditioning system on and
automatically switches the system to fresh air
mode.
Press the
button again to turn
off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
![Honda CR-V. Defrosting the Windshield and Windows](images/defrosting_the_windshield_and_windows-164/1/honda_crv_defrosting_the_windshield_and_windows_456.jpg)
![Honda CR-V. Defrosting the Windshield and Windows](images/defrosting_the_windshield_and_windows-164/1/honda_crv_defrosting_the_windshield_and_windows_457.jpg)
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.
If you press the
button during
Auto Idle Stop, the
engine restarts automatically.
Press the (recirculation) or
(fresh air) button to switch the
mode
depending on environmental conditions.
Recirculation mode (indicator
on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior
through the system...
Press the button.
Press the button.
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode. If you keep the system in recirculation mode,
the windows may fog up from humidity...
Other information:
If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator
blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.
Turn the ignition switch to ON
.
Press and hold the (day/night)
button
until the display shows the compass setting
menu...
While your seat belt restrains your torso, the
front airbag provides supplemental protection
for your head and chest.
The front airbags deflate immediately so that
they won't interfere with the driver's visibility
or the ability to steer or operate other
controls...