Operation Manual

Climate control 105
Air recirculation mode
During ’normal’ operation, the heating,
ventilation and air conditioning system
uses outside air. To prevent fumes or
unpleasant odours from entering the
vehic le when in stationary traffic and when
rapid heating or cooling of the passenger
compartment is required, press button 4;
control indica tor in the button illuminates
and air is recirculated.
Air recircula tion mode should only be used
for b rief 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 button 4 a g ain to turn air
recirculation mode off; control indicator in
the button extinguishes and outside air is
drawn into the vehicle.
Air conditioning system
As a supplement to the heating and
ventilation system, the air conditioning
system cools and dehumidifies (dries)
inflowing a ir and removes dust a nd p ollen,
to provide ma ximum comfort under any
weather conditions.
If cooling or dehum idific ation is not
required, switc h off cooling in order to save
fuel.