Solar Angle
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The climate control unit uses the sun's angle, along with the sunlight sensor, to control the driver/passenger A/C air flow.