Hyundai Santa Fe: Heating and air conditioning / Mode selection

The mode selection button controls the direction of the air flow through the ventilation system.

Face-Level (B, C, E)

Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face. Additionally, each outlet can be controlled to direct the air discharged from the outlet.

Bi-Level (B, C, D, E, F, G)

Air flow is directed towards the face and the floor.

Floor-Level (A, C, D, E, F, G)

Most of the air flow is directed to the floor, with a small amount of the air being directed to the windshield and side window defrosters.

Floor/Defrost-Level (A, C, D, E, F, G)

Most of the air flow is directed to the floor and the windshield with a small amount directed to the side window defrosters.

Front defroster (A, D)

Most of the air flow is directed to the windshield with a small amount of air directed to the side window defrosters.

A/C MAX-Level (B, D)

To operate the A/C MAX, turn the temperature control knob to extreme left. Air flow is directed toward the upper body and face.

In this mode, the air conditioning and the recirculated air position will be selected automatically.

After the interior has cooled sufficiently, whenever possible, move the temperature knob away from A/C MAX and press the A/C button.

Instrument panel vents

The outlet vents can be opened or closed separately using the vent control lever. If you move the vent control lever to the left end, the outlet vents can be closed.