A/C Automatic Drying

A/C Automatic Drying feature dries the moisture in the air conditioner and reduces air conditioner odor. The blower motor automatically operates after 30 minutes the vehicle is turned off.

  • A screen indicating that AC Automatic Drying will be on is shown on the climate control display for about 5 seconds when the vehicle is turned off after setting the mode.

    When the A/C Automatic Drying feature is activated, the air conditioner sets the fan speed to the third level, selects the outside (fresh) air position, and directs the airflow to the floor.

Simple operation

  • Select Settings > Vehicle > Climate > Climate Features > Air conditioner auto-drying on the infotainment system.

Operating

Select Settings > Vehicle > Climate > Climate Features > Air conditioner auto-drying from the infotainment system.

The infotainment system may change after software updates. For more information, refer to the manual provided in the infotainment system and the quick reference guide.

Operating Condition

  • After operating the air conditioner for a certain period of time and turning OFF the vehicle

  • The 12 V battery level is sufficient

  • The outside temperature is above a certain level Non-operating conditions

Non-operating conditions

  • The A/C Automatic Drying feature has operated for 3 minutes

  • The EV button is pressed, or the vehicle is in POWER ON or DRIVE READY position

  • The climate control system is operated remotely

NOTE

  • The A/C Automatic Drying feature reduces air conditioner odors but may not remove all odors.

  • The A/C Automatic Drying feature does not operate if the remaining battery level is insufficient to prevent battery discharge.