
The symbol for turning on the air conditioning in a car is the A/C switch button. AUTO is the automatic air conditioning button. When this function is activated, it automatically adjusts and controls the temperature and airflow of the air conditioning based on information obtained from sensors inside and outside the car, maintaining a comfortable temperature inside the vehicle and eliminating the hassle of manual adjustments. 1. FR0NT button: This is the front window defroster switch. When activated, the air vents blow air toward the front windshield. 2. REAR button: This is the rear window defroster switch. When activated, the rear windshield's heating wires are turned on. 3. Airflow direction adjustment button: Adjusts the airflow direction. The design of airflow direction adjustment buttons for automatic air conditioning has become increasingly user-friendly. Many car models feature intuitive buttons with separate symbols for the head, upper body, and feet, making them easy to use. However, most car models still use conventional airflow direction adjustment, typically controlled by a single button labeled "MODE" for switching modes.

The small icons on the car air conditioning panel represent different operational functions. The fan speed indicator is usually a fan symbol, with a knob or plus/minus buttons allowing you to adjust the airflow. The snowflake icon is the air conditioning cooling switch, which needs to be pressed in summer to get cold air. The front and rear windshield have defogging symbols—the front looks like a fan shape, and the rear resembles a rectangle. Pressing these quickly clears fog on rainy days. Temperature control is displayed in red and blue zones: turning all the way to blue produces cold air, while the red zone provides warm air. There’s also a car icon with an arrow controlling the air recirculation mode. An arrow inside the car means recirculation to prevent outside exhaust fumes from entering, while an arrow pointing out of the car switches to fresh air. Having driven for five years, I use these symbols daily. Memorizing their positions allows for blind operation without distracting attention while driving.

Each symbol in the car's air conditioning control area serves a practical function. The one with the fan symbol adjusts the wind speed—you can tell the setting by the sound while driving. The button labeled A/C controls the compressor; press it to activate cooling. The fan-shaped icon with mist defrosts the front windshield, while the square with mist heats the rear window. The temperature knob uses red and blue to distinguish between warm and cool. The button with a car and a circular arrow is crucial—external circulation ventilates and removes odors, while internal circulation retains warmth and saves fuel. Honestly, the air conditioning icons are quite intuitive; a couple of tries in a new car, and you'll remember them. I often remind friends to familiarize themselves with these controls before driving, especially using internal circulation on highways to save fuel, but don’t keep it on too long—remember to switch for fresh air.

The symbols on the AC panel help you control the cabin environment. The fan icon adjusts the airflow speed—higher speed defogs faster. The snowflake button turns the cooling on/off. The red-blue knob sets the temperature. Front/rear defogger symbols have distinct shapes for easy identification. The car cabin icon toggles air intake modes. Pro tip: In rainy weather, activate external circulation before pressing defog for best results. In winter, wait until engine coolant warms up before using heat to protect the engine. The compressor is the AC's core component, with all controls ergonomically placed within reach on the steering wheel's right side.

The air conditioning control area mainly consists of five types of indicators. Fan speed is represented by a fan icon, with more buttons indicating finer speed adjustments; temperature adjustment features a knob distinguishing between cold and hot zones; the A/C button controls the refrigeration system on/off; defogging functions are divided into front and rear windows with different shapes; air circulation switching offers two modes: internal and external. I usually turn the air conditioning to maximum for half a minute before lowering the setting in summer, which cools the car faster. The defog button automatically activates the air conditioning to dehumidify and defog, and in winter, using warm air with external circulation prevents window condensation. Automakers design these icons to be very intuitive, making the manual almost unnecessary.


