System Airflow and Mode Description: Panel

When PANEL is selected:

• the RECIRC request button is enabled. If the RECIRC request button is selected (indicator on), the air inlet door closes, preventing outside air from entering the passenger compartment. If the RECIRC request button is not selected (indicator off), the air inlet door opens, allowing only outside air into the passenger compartment.
• the mode doors direct airflow to the instrument panel A/C registers.
• blended air temperature is available. Only when A/C compressor operation has been selected by pressing the A/C request button (indicator on) can the airflow temperature be cooled below the outside air temperature.
• the A/C request button is enabled. The A/C compressor operates and the indicator illuminates if the A/C request button is selected and the outside temperature is above approximately 0°C (32°F).
• the blower motor is on.