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122 Climate controlElectronic climate control
system
3
Provides a the greatest amount of comfort
in the interior regardless of the weather,
outside temperature or season.
To ensure a constant and comfortable
climate in the vehicle, the temperature of
the inflowing air, the air-flow rate and the
air distribution are changed automatically
according to climatic conditions outside
the vehicle.
The climate is regulated automatically
based on personal settings.
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Temperature changes due to external
influences, such as direct sunlight, are
automatically compensated.
When cooling (air conditioning
compressor) is active, air is cooled and
dehumidified.
The pollen filter removes dust, soot, pollen
and spores from the inflowing outside air.
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When set to automatic mode, the climate
control system provides the optimal
settings for almost all conditions. If
necessary, climate control system settings
can be modified manually.
The climate control system is only
operational when the engine is running.
If you wish the climate control system 3 to
operate correctly, do not cover the sensor
on the instrument panel.
Cooling (air conditioning compressor)
switches off automatically at low outside
temperatures.
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123
Climate control
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Automatic mode
Basic setting for maximum comfort:
zPress AUTO button.
z Open all air vents.
z Switch on AC compressor 3125.
z Preset temperature to 22 C with turn
knob.
The temperature can be set higher or lower
as desired. Switching off the air conditioning
compressor (
ECO appears in display) can
have a detrimental effect on comfort and
safety 3125.
All air vents are actuated automatically in
automatic mode. The air vents should
therefore always be open 3115. Temperature preset
The left rotary knob can be used to set the
temperature to values of between 16 C
and 28 C.
For the sake of comfort, only change the
pre-selected temperature in small steps.
If the temperature setting is less
than 16 C,
LO appears in the air
conditioning display: the climate control
system runs constantly at maximum
cooling power, and the temperature is not
regulated.
If the temperature setting is
above 28 C, HI appears in the air
conditioning display: the climate control
system runs constantly at maximum
heating power, and the temperature is not
regulated.
The temperature settings remain stored
when the ignition is turned off.
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124 Climate controlManual settings
Under certain circumstances (e.g. iced or
misted windows), the functions of the
climate control system can be modified
manually.
Manual settings are saved when the
ignition is switched off.
Make manual settings as follows when
necessary:
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Window demisting and defrosting
Misted or icy windows, e. g. due to damp
weather, damp clothing or low outside
temperatures:
Press button V, V appears in the air
conditioning display. Temperature, air dist
ribution and blower
are set automatically.
To return to automatic mode: press
button V or AUTO .
Heated rear window 341.
9 Warning
Disregard of the instructions could lead
to misting or icing of the windows and
subsequent accidents due to impaired
visibility.