Operation Manual

Climate control 101
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Window dem isting a nd defrosting
To clear misted or icy windows, e.g. due to
dam p weather, dam p clothing or low
outside temperatures:
z Set air distribution rotary knob to l.
z Turn temperature rotary knob to red
area for warm air.
z Set fan to 4.
z Close centre air vents.
z Open adjustable side air vents and direct
them towards door windows.
z Switch on heated rear window Ü.
For simultaneous warming of the footwell,
set air distribution rotary knob to J.
Air conditioning n and air recirculation
mode 4 are turned on automatically to
improve defrosting efficiency when
position J or l is selected.
Do not set air distribution rotary knob to
position J or l in extrem ely humid
weather when temperature rota ry knob is
set to blue area for cooling, to prevent
wind ow s from m isting up.
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Air recirculation mode
During ’normal’ operation, the heating,
ventilation and air conditioning system
uses outside air.
To prevent d ust and fumes from entering
the vehicle when in stationary traffic, and
when rapid heating or cooling of the
passenger compartment is required, press
the 4 button; control indicator in the
button illuminates and air is recirculated.
Air recirculation mode should only be used
for brief periods due to gradual
deterioration in air quality and an increase
in humidity, causing windows to mist up.
Driving with air recirculation mode on for
extended periods may cause vehicle
occupants to feel drowsy.
Press the 4 button again to switch a ir
recirculation mode off; control indicator in
the button extinguishes and outside air is
drawn into the vehicle.
9 Wa rning
Failure to follow these instructions could
lead to m isted or icy windows a nd
accidents stemming from impaired
visibility.