2014 FIAT 500L LIVING window

INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION
Press button B (
) so that the LED on the
button switches on. It is advisable to switch internal
air recirculation on while standing in traffic or in
tunnels to prevent the introduction of polluted air.
Do not use the function for a long time, particularly
if there are many passengers on board, to prevent
the windows from misting up.
IMPORTANT Internal air recirculation makes it
possible to reach the required heating or cooling
conditions more quickly depending on the mode
selected. Do not use the internal air recirculation
function on rainy/cold days as it would considerably
increase the possibility of the windows misting.AIR DISTRIBUTION SELECTION
Turn knob F to manually select one of the five
possible air distribution settings in the passenger
compartment:
Air flow to the windscreen, front side window
and front/rear footwell diffusers.Air flow to the front/rear footwell diffusers. This
air distribution allows the passenger
compartment to be heated quickly.Air flow distributed between central and side
dashboard diffusers and front/rear footwell
diffusers.Air flow to central/side dashboard vents
(passenger’s body).Air flow to windscreen and side windows.
Selecting the footwell/windscreen or only windscreen
distribution activates the climate control system
compressor (LED on A/C button on) and the air
recirculation is set to "outside air" (LED on button B
off ). This logic guarantees optimum visibility at the
windows. The user can always set air recirculation
and climate control system compressor.
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A - driver side temperature adjustment knob;
B - internal air recirculation on/off button;
C - heated rear window and thermal comfort
windscreen on/off button (for versions/markets,
where available);
D - climate control system compressor on/off
button;
E - climate control system on/off button;
F - fan speed adjustment knob;
G - fan speed indicator LED;
H - air distribution selection buttons;
I - MAX-DEF function (rapid defrosting/demisting of
front windows), heated rear window and heated
door mirrors (for versions/markets, where provided)
activation button;
L - passenger side temperature adjustment knob;
M - driver/passenger side MONO function activation
button (alignment of set temperatures);
N - AUTO function activation button (automatic
operation).
DESCRIPTION
The automatic dual zone climate control system
regulates the air temperatures in the passenger
compartment in two zones: driver side and
passenger side.
The system maintains comfort inside the passenger
compartment and compensates for possible
variations in external climate conditions.The climate control system can recognise extremely
cold (or extremely hot) conditions in the passenger
compartment and consequently provide optimal
management of the system’s capabilities.
NoteThe reference temperature is 22°C for
optimal comfort management.
The automatically controlled parameters and
functions are:
❒air temperature at the driver/front passenger side
vents;
❒air distribution at the driver/front passenger side
vents;
❒fan speed (continuous variation of the air flow);
❒compressor engagement (for cooling/dehumidifying
the air);
❒air recirculation.
All these functions can be adjusted manually by
operating the system, selecting one or more
functions and modifying their parameters.
Automatic control of the functions will be
suspended: the system will only override the settings
for safety reasons.
Manual selections always take priority over automatic
ones and are stored until the AUTO button is
pressed or the system itself intervenes for specific
safety reasons.
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The amount of air introduced into the passenger
compartment is not affected by car speed; it is
regulated by the fan, which is controlled
electronically.
The air temperature is always automatically
controlled according to the temperature set on the
display (except for when the system is off or in
certain conditions when the compressor is
not running).
The system allows the following to be set or adjusted
manually:
❒driver/passenger side air temperature;
❒fan speed (continuous variation);
❒air distribution to 7 positions;
❒compressor enablement;
❒rapid defrosting/demisting function;
❒air recirculation;
❒heated rear window;
❒system deactivation.
The climate control system detects the
passenger compartment temperature
using a mean radiant temperature sensor
located in the interior rear view mirror and
protected by a specific cover. Obstructing the
field of view of this sensor with any object could
cause the climate control system to operate
with less than optimal efficiency.SWITCHING ON THE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
The climate control system can be switched on in
different ways: it is advisable to press the AUTO
button and turn the knobs to set the desired
temperatures.
In this way the system operates completely
automatically to adjust the temperature, quantity and
distribution of the air introduced into the passenger
compartment. It also manages the air recirculation
function and the activation of the air conditioning
compressor.
During automatic operation, you can change the set
temperatures, air distribution and fan speed at any
time by using the relevant buttons or knobs: the
system will automatically change the settings to
adjust to the new requirements.
During completely automatic operation (AUTO),
varying the air flow and/or distribution (which are
not displayed) causes the AUTO function LED
to disappear and the system to operate in MANUAL
mode (displaying both the flow and distribution
requested).
When the compressor is deactivated, the AUTO
operation remains active only if the system can
guarantee in-car comfort. Otherwise, the system
switches to MANUAL mode (the set temperatures
will flash on the display). The fan speed is the same in
all the zones of the passenger compartment.
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ADJUSTING THE AIR TEMPERATURE
Turn the A or L knob clockwise or anticlockwise to
adjust the air temperature in the front left (knob
A) or right (knob L) zone of the passenger
compartment.
The set temperatures are shown on the displays.
Press the MONO button to align the air
temperature between the two zones.
Turn the L knob to return to the separate
management of air temperatures in the two zones.
Turning the knobs completely in one direction or the
other activates the "HI" (maximum heating) or
"LO" (maximum cooling) functions respectively.
To deactivate these functions, turn the temperature
knob to the desired temperature.
AIR DISTRIBUTION SELECTION
By pressing buttons H (
/
/
), it is possible to
set one of the 7 possible air distributions manually:
Air flow to the windscreen and front side
window diffusers to demist/defrost them.Air flow at central and side dashboard vents to
ventilate the chest and the face during the hot
season.Air flow to the front and rear footwell diffusers.
This air distribution setting heats the passenger
compartment most quickly, giving a prompt
sensation of warmth.
Air flow distributed between footwell
diffusers (hotter air) and central and side
dashboard vents (cooler air). This distribution
setting is useful in spring and autumn on
sunny days.Air flow distributed between footwell
diffusers and windscreen and front side
window defrosting/demisting diffusers. This
distribution setting allows the passenger
compartment to be warmed effectively and
prevents the windows from misting.Air flow distribution between windscreen
demisting/defrosting diffusers and side and
central dashboard vents. This allows air to be
sent to the windscreen in conditions of
strong sunlight.
Air flow distribution to all diffusers on
the car.
NoteAir always flows from the side dashboard
diffusers: it is, however, possible to interrupt the air
flow by operating the wheel located near the
corresponding vents.
In AUTO mode, the climate control system
automatically manages air distribution (the LEDs on
buttons H are off ).
When set manually, the air distribution is indicated
by the LEDs on the selected buttons switching on.
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MONO BUTTON
Press the MONO button (LED on button lit) to align
the passenger side air temperature with that of the
driver side.
This function makes temperature regulation easier
when the driver is travelling alone.
Turn knob L to set the passenger side temperature
and return to separate air temperature management.
AIR RECIRCULATION
The air recirculation is managed according to the
following operating logics:
❒forced activation (air recirculation always on):
indicated by the LED on button B
;
❒forced deactivation (air recirculation always off, air
intake from the outside), signalled by the LED on
button B
switching off.
Forced activation/deactivation can be selected by
pressing button B
.
When button
is pressed, the climate control
system automatically activates internal air
recirculation (LED on button B
on)
It is still possible to activate outside air recirculation
(LED on the button off ) and vice versa, by pressing
button B
.In automatic operation, recirculation is managed
automatically by the system according to outside
environmental conditions.
IMPORTANT The engagement of the recirculation
system makes it possible to reach the required
heating/cooling conditions faster. It is, however,
inadvisable to use it on rainy/cold days as it would
considerably increase the possibility of the windows
misting up inside (especially if the climate control
system is off ). When the outside temperature is low,
recirculation is forced off (air drawn in from the
outside) to prevent the windows from misting up.
It is inadvisable to use internal air
recirculation when the outside
temperature is low, since the windows
could mist up rapidly.
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CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
COMPRESSOR
Press button D to activate/deactivate the
compressor (activation is indicated by the LED on
the button switching on).
The system remembers that the compressor has
been switched off, even after the engine has stopped.
When the compressor is switched off the system
deactivates air recirculation to prevent the windows
from misting up. In this case, if the system is capable
of maintaining the required temperature, the AUTO
LED does not switch off.
The temperatures will instead flash for a few seconds
and the AUTO LED will switch off if the required
temperature cannot be maintained.
To restore automatic control of compressor
engagement, press button C again or press the
AUTO button.
With compressor off:
❒if the outside temperature is higher than the set
one, the climate control system will not be able
to satisfy the request. The temperature values will
then flash on the display for a few seconds to
indicate this;
❒the fan speed can be reset manually.
With the compressor on and the engine running,
manual ventilation cannot be lower than the
minimum speed (only one LED lit).IMPORTANT With the compressor off, air cannot
be introduced to the passenger compartment with a
temperature lower than the outside temperature.
Moreover, under certain environmental conditions,
windows could mist rapidly since the air is not
dehumidified.
RAPID WINDOW DEMISTING/
DEFROSTING (MAX-DEF function)
Press the
button to activate (LED on button on)
the windscreen and side window demisting/
defrosting function.
The climate control system carries out the following
operations:
❒switches on the air conditioning compressor when
environmental conditions are suitable;
❒switches air recirculation off;
❒sets maximum air temperature (HI) in both zones;
❒sets fan speed according to the engine coolant
temperature;
❒directs air flow to windscreen and front side
windows diffusers;
❒activates the heated rear window;
❒activates the heated windscreen (for versions/
markets, where provided);
❒displays the fan speed (LED G lit).
IMPORTANT The MAX-DEF function remains on for
about 3 minutes from when the engine coolant
reaches the appropriate temperature.
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When the function is activated, the LED on the
AUTO button switches off. With the function
activated the only possible manual adjustments are
adjusting the fan speed and turning the heated rear
window off.
When the B, C, or AUTO buttons are pressed, the
climate control system will deactivate the MAX-DEF
function.
Selecting the footwell/windscreen or only windscreen
distribution activates the climate control system
compressor (LED on A/C button on) and the air
recirculation is set to "outside air" intake (LED on
button off ).
This logic guarantees optimum visibility at the
windows. It is, however, always possible to manage
air recirculation and the climate control system
compressor manually.
HEATED REAR WINDOW
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
Press the
button to activate heated rear window
demisting/defrosting.
The effective activation of the function is indicated by
the
warning light on the instrument panel
switching on.
This function switches off automatically after about
20 minutes or when the engine is turned off. It is not
switched on automatically the next time the engine
is started.For versions/markets where provided, press the
button to activate demisting/defrosting of door
mirrors and heated nozzles (for versions/markets,
where provided).
IMPORTANT Do not affix stickers to the inside of
the heated rear window over the heating filaments,
to avoid damage that might cause them to stop
working properly.
Heated windscreen
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press button C
to activate this function.
When the function is active, a warning light
on
the instrument panel is on.
For versions/markets where provided, press the C
button to activate also demisting/defrosting of
windscreen (with engine running only) and heated
door mirrors (for versions/markets, where provided).
This function is timed and switches off automatically
after 4 minutes for the windscreen and 20 minutes
for the rear window and door mirrors. Press button
C again to disable the function in advance.
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Press button C to activate the heated windscreen
again:
❒pressing the button once the
warning light
switches on in the instrument panel;
❒pressing the button twice thewarning light
switches on in the instrument panel (the heated
rear window warning light stays on);
❒pressing the button a third time the warning lights
e
switch off.
IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of
the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid
damage.
SWITCHING OFF THE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
Press button
.
With climate control system off:
❒air recirculation is on, thus isolating the passenger
compartment from the outside;
❒the compressor is off;
❒the fan is off;
❒the heated rear window can be activated/
deactivated.IMPORTANT The climate control system control
unit stores the temperatures set before the system
was switched off and restores them when any button
of the system is pressed (except for button D).
To restart the climate control system in fully
automatic mode press the AUTO button.
START&STOP
Automatic dual zone climate control system
The automatic dual zone climate control system
manages the Start&Stop function (engine off when
car speed is zero) to ensure adequate comfort inside
the car.
The Start&Stop function is disabled until a suitable
comfort level in the passenger compartment is
ensured; thus the engine does not turn off during
these temporary stages, even if car speed is zero.
When the Start&Stop function is active (engine off at
zero car speed), the climate control system will
request the reactivation of the engine if the inside
temperature conditions rapidly deteriorate or if
maximum cooling ("LO") or quick demisting
(MAX-DEF) are requested.
With the Start&Stop function active (engine off at
zero car speed), air flow is reduced in order to
maintain comfort conditions inside the passenger
compartment as long as possible when the system is
in AUTO mode (LED on button on).
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