2016 BMW X1 Recirculated air mode

Climate controlVehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Air conditioner
1Vent settings2Cooling function3Air flow4Air flow display5Recirculated-air mode6Temperature7Seat heating, right   558Rear window defroster9Seat heating, left  55Climate control functions in detail
Switching the system on/off
Switching on
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Switch offPress and hold the left button until the
control switches off.
Temperature Turn the ring to set the desired
temperature.
Cooling function
The car's interior can only be cooled with the
engine running.
Press button.
The air will be cooled and dehumidi‐
fied and, depending on the temperature set‐ ting, warmed again.
Depending on the weather, the windshield and
side windows may fog up briefly when the en‐
gine is started.
The air conditioner produces condensation
water, refer to page 171, that will exit from be‐
low the car.
Recirculated-air mode You may respond to unpleasant odors or pollu‐
tants in the immediate environment by tempo‐
rarily suspending the supply of outside air. The
system then recirculates the air currently
within the vehicle.
Press button repeatedly to select an
operating mode:▷LED off: outside air flows in continuously.▷LED on, recirculated-air mode: the supply
of outside air into the vehicle is perma‐
nently blocked.
Recirculated air mode switches off automati‐
cally at low external temperatures after a cer‐
tain amount of time in order to avoid window
fogging.
With constant recirculated-air mode, the air
quality in the car's interior deteriorates and the
fogging of the windows increases.
If the windows fog over, switch off recircu‐
lated-air mode and increase the air flow, if
needed.
Air flow, manual Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase air flow.
The intensity is indicated through LEDs. The
highest level is active when seven LEDs are lit.
The air flow from the air conditioner may be re‐
duced automatically to save battery power.
Manual air distribution Turn the wheel to select the de‐
sired program or the desired in‐ termediate setting.▷ Windows.▷ Upper body region.▷ Footwell.▷ Windows, upper body region, and foot‐
well.
Defrosts windows and removes
condensation
Direct the air distribution toward windows, in‐
crease the air flow and temperature, and, if
needed, use the cooling function.
Rear window defroster Press button.
The rear window defroster switches
off automatically after a certain period of time.
For permanent activation, press the button for
longer than 3 seconds. To deactivate, press
the button again.
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Microfilter
In external and recirculated air mode the mi‐
crofilter filters dust and pollen from the air.This filter should be replaced during scheduled
maintenance, refer to page 204, of your vehi‐
cle.
Automatic climate control
1Defrosts windows and removes condensa‐
tion2Temperature, left3AUTO program4Switching off the system5Air flow, AUTO intensity6Display7SYNC program8Maximum cooling9Temperature, right10Cooling function11Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐
lated-air mode12Seat heating, right   5513Vent settings14Seat heating, left  5515Interior temperature sensor — always keep
clear16Rear window defrosterClimate control functions in detail
Switching the system on/off
Switching on
Press any button except:▷SYNC program.▷Rear window defroster.▷Seat heating.Seite 146ControlsClimate control146
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Switch offPress button.
Temperature Turn the ring to set the desired
temperature.
The selected temperature is shown on the dis‐
play of the automatic climate control.
The automatic climate control reaches this
temperature as quickly as possible, if needed
by increasing the cooling or heating output,
and then keeps it constant.
Do not rapidly switch between different tem‐
perature settings. Otherwise, the automatic cli‐
mate control will not have sufficient time to ad‐
just the set temperature.
Cooling function The car's interior can only be cooled with the
engine running.
Press button.
The air will be cooled and dehumidi‐
fied and, depending on the temperature set‐ ting, warmed again.
Depending on the weather, the windshield and
side windows may fog up briefly when the en‐
gine is started.
The cooling function is switched on automati‐
cally with the AUTO program.
When using the automatic climate control,
condensation water, refer to page 171, devel‐
ops that exits underneath the vehicle.
Maximum cooling Press button.The system is set to the lowest temperature,
optimum air flow and air circulation mode.
Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re‐
gion. The vents need to be open for this.
The function is available above an external
temperature of approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the
engine running.
Adjust air flow with the program active.
AUTO program Press button.
Air flow, air distribution and tempera‐
ture are controlled automatically.
Depending on the selected temperature,
AUTO intensity program and outside influen‐
ces, the air is directed to the windshield, side
windows, upper body, and into the footwell.
The cooling function, refer to page 147, is
switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐
gram.
At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐
trols the program so as to prevent window
condensation as much as possible.
Intensity of the AUTO program
With the AUTO program activated, the auto‐
matic intensity control can be changed.
Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase the inten‐
sity.
The selected intensity is shown on the display
of the automatic climate control.
Automatic recirculated-air control/
recirculated-air mode
You may respond to unpleasant odors or pollu‐
tants in the immediate environment by tempo‐
rarily suspending the supply of outside air. The
system then recirculates the air currently
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Press button repeatedly to select an
operating mode:▷LEDs off: outside air flows in continuously.▷Left LED on, automatic recirculated-air
control: a sensor detects pollutants in the
outside air and shuts off automatically.▷Right LED on, recirculated-air mode: the
supply of outside air into the vehicle is per‐
manently blocked.
Recirculated air mode switches off automati‐
cally at low external temperatures after a cer‐
tain amount of time in order to avoid window
fogging.
With constant recirculated-air mode, the air
quality in the car's interior deteriorates and the
fogging of the windows increases.
If the windows are fogged over, switch off the
recirculated-air mode and press the AUTO
button to utilize the condensation sensor.
Make sure that air can flow to the windshield.
Air flow, manual To manually adjust air flow turn off AUTO pro‐
gram first.
Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase air flow.
The selected air flow is shown on the display of
the automatic climate control.
The air flow of the automatic climate control
may be reduced automatically to save battery
power.
Manual air distribution Press button repeatedly to select a
program:
▷Upper body region and footwell.▷Footwell.▷Windows and footwell.▷Windows▷Windows and upper body region.▷Upper body region.▷Windows, upper body region, and footwell.
If the windows are fogged over, press the
AUTO button to utilize the condensation sen‐
sor.
SYNC program Press button.
The current setting of the temperature
on the driver's side is transferred to the front
passenger side.
The program is switched off if the setting on
the front passenger side is changed.
Defrosts windows and removes
condensation
Press button.
Ice and condensation are quickly re‐
moved from the windshield and the front side
windows.
For this purpose, point the side vents onto the
side windows as needed.
Adjust air flow with the program active.
If the windows are fogged over, you can also
switch on the cooling function or press the
AUTO button to utilize the condensation sen‐
sor.
Rear window defroster Press button.
The rear window defroster switches
off automatically after a certain period of time.
For permanent activation, press the button for
longer than 3 seconds. To deactivate, press
the button again.
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter In external and recirculated air mode the mi‐crofilter/activated charcoal filter filters dust,
pollen, and gaseous pollutants out of the air.
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 120
ACC, Active Cruise Con‐ trol 126
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 80
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 148
Active cruise control, ACC 126
Adaptive brake lights, see Brake force display 118
Additives, oil 201
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 52
After washing vehicle 223
Airbags 102
Airbags, indicator/warning light 103
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 147
Air circulation, see Recircu‐ lated-air mode 145
Air conditioner 144
Air, dehumidifying, see Cool‐ ing function 145, 147
Air distribution, manual 145, 148
Air flow, air conditioner 145
Air flow, automatic climate control 148
Air pressure, tires 186
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 149
Alarm system 46
Alarm, unintentional 47
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17 All around the steering
wheel 14
All-season tires, see Winter tires 191
All-wheel-drive 122
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 152
Alternative oil types 201
Ambient light 101
Antifreeze, washer fluid 76
Antilock Brake System, ABS 120
Anti-slip control, see DSC 120
Approved axle load 229
Arrival time 91
Ashtray 155
Assistance when driving off 125
Assist system, see Intelligent Safety 111
Attentiveness assistant 118
AUTO intensity 147
Automatic car wash 222
Automatic climate con‐ trol 146
Automatic cruise control with Stop & Go 126
Automatic Curb Monitor 61
Automatic deactivation, Front-seat passenger air‐
bags 104
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 98
Automatic locking 46
Automatic recirculated-air control 147
Automatic tailgate 41
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic transmission 77 AUTO program, automatic cli‐
mate control 147
AUTO program, intensity 147
Auto Start/Stop function 70
Average fuel consumption 91
Average speed 91
Axle loads, weights 229
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 54
Backrest, seats 52
Backrest, width 54
Bad road trips 168
Band-aids, see First-aid kit 218
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 220
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 215
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 215
Belts, safety belts 56
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 162
BMW Assist 6
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 204
Bonus range, ECO PRO 177
Bottle holder, see Cu‐ pholder 162
Brake assistant 120
Brake discs, break-in 168
Brake force display 118
Brake lights, adaptive 118 Seite 232ReferenceEverything from A to Z232
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Manual air distribu‐tion 145, 148
Manual air flow 145, 148
Manual brake, see Parking brake 72
Manual mode, Steptronic transmission 78
Manual operation, door lock 39
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 61
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 182
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 136
Manual operation, rearview camera 138
Marking, run-flat tires 192
Master key, see Remote con‐ trol 34
Maximum cooling 147
Maximum speed, display 88
Maximum speed, winter tires 191
Measurement, units of 94
Medical kit 218
Memory, seat, mirror 59
Menu in instrument clus‐ ter 90
Menus, operating, iDrive 18
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept 20
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol 82
Microfilter 146, 148
Minimum tread, tires 190
Mirror 60
Mirror memory 59
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 169
Mobility System 192
Modifications, technical, see Own Safety 7
Moisture in headlight 207
Monitor, see Control Dis‐ play 18 Mounting of child restraint
systems 65
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons 14
Multimedia 6
N
Navigation 6
Neck restraints, front, see Head restraints 58
Neck restraints, rear, see Head restraints 59
Neutral cleaner, see wheel cleaner 224
New wheels and tires 190
Nylon rope for tow-starting/ towing 220
O OBD Onboard Diagnosis 205
OBD, see OBD Onboard Di‐ agnosis 205
Obstacle marking, rearview camera 139
Octane rating, see Recom‐ mended fuel grade 184
Odometer 86
Office 6
Offroad trips 168
Oil 199
Oil, adding 200
Oil additives 201
Oil change 201
Oil change interval, service requirements 87
Oil filler neck 200
Oil types, alternative 201
Oil types, suitable 201
Old batteries, disposal 216
On-board computer 90
On-board computer, refer to On-board computer 90
Onboard monitor, see Control Display 18 Onboard vehicle tool kit 206
Opening/closing via door lock 39
Opening and closing 34
Opening and closing, without remote control 39
Opening and closing, with re‐ mote control 37
Opening the tailgate with no- touch activation 44
Operating concept, iDrive 18
Optional equipment, standard equipment 7
Outside air, refer to Auto‐ matic recirculated-air con‐
trol 147
Own Safety 7
P Paint, vehicle 223
Panoramic glass sunroof 49
Parallel parking assistant 140
Park Distance Control PDC 135
Parked-car ventilation 149
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 171
Parking aid, see PDC 135
Parking assistant 140
Parking brake 72
Parking lights 97
Parts and accessories 7
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 61
Pathway lines, rearview cam‐ era 139
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 135
Pedestrian warning with city braking function 114
Performance Control 122
Personal Profile 35
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Pinch protection system,glass sunroof 51
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 49
Plastic, care 224
Power failure 215
Power windows 48
Prescribed engine oil types 201
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 186
Pressure warning, tires 109
Profile, see Personal Pro‐ file 35
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 24
Protective function, glass sunroof 51
Protective function, win‐ dows 49
Push-and-turn switch, see Controller 19
R Radiator fluid 202
Radio 6
Radio-operated key, see Re‐ mote control 34
Radio ready state 68
Rain sensor 75
Rear lights 211
Rear seat backrest tilt 55
Rear seats 55
Rear socket 156
Rearview camera 137
Rearview mirror 60
Rear window de‐ froster 145, 148
Recirculated-air filter 148
Recirculated-air mode 145, 147
Recommended fuel grade 184
Recommended tire brands 191 Refueling 182
Remaining range 86
Remote control/key 34
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 38
Remote control, univer‐ sal 151
Replacement fuse 216
Replacing parts 206
Replacing wheels/tires 190
Reporting safety malfunc‐ tions 10
RES button, see Camera- based cruise control,
ACC 126
RES button, see Cruise con‐ trol 132
Reserve warning, see Range 86
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 106
Retaining straps, securing cargo 173
Retreaded tires 191
Roadside parking lights 98
RON recommended fuel grade 184
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 229
Roof-mounted luggage rack 173
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 220
RSC Run Flat System Com‐ ponent, see Run-flat
tires 192
Rubber components, care 224
Run-flat tires 192
S Safe braking 170
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat 57 Safety belts 56
Safety belts, care 224
Safety switch, windows 49
Safety systems, airbags 102
Saving fuel 175
Screen, see Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 206
Screw thread, refer to Screw thread for tow fitting, screw
thread for tow fitting 221
Sealant 192
Seat and mirror memory 59
Seat belts, see Safety belts 56
Seat heating, front 55
Seating position for chil‐ dren 64
Seats 52
Seats, front 52
Seats, rear 55
Selection list in instrument cluster 90
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 77
Sensors, care 225
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 204
Service requirements, dis‐ play 87
Services, ConnectedDrive 6
Servotronic 123
SET button, see Camera- based cruise control,
ACC 126
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 132
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 45
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 93
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