Climate Control System - Description & Operation: Heating/Defrosting
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The heating system is a water valve controlled system. The ambient air is passed through the cabin air filter, directed through and/or around the heater core and evaporator core, mixed and distributed from the plenum assembly to the floor, instrument panel and/or the defrost ducts as desired.
For additional information, Refer to Heating and Ventilation article. .