Climate control
Air quality
General information
The air quality in the interior is improved by the following components:
Emission tested passenger compartment.
Interior filter.
Air conditioning system to control the temperature, air flow and recirculated-air mode.
Pre-ventilation.
Automatic recirculated-air control.
Interior filter
The interior filter cleans the incoming fresh air or the circulated interior air in recirculation mode.
Depending on the equipment:
Dust and pollen is filtered out from the inflowing air.
Nano-particle emissions are reduced.
Gaseous pollutants are filtered.
Microbial particles, viruses and allergens are filtered.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends having the interior filter changed during vehicle maintenance.
Automatic climate control
Overview
Buttons in the vehicle
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Automatic climate control
Climate control functions
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Temperature. |
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Air conditioning. |
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Maximum cooling. |
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AUTO program. |
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Air recirculation mode. |
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Air flow, manual. Intensity AUTO program. |
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Air distribution, manual. |
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SYNC program. |
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Defrost function. |
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Rear window defroster. |
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Active seat ventilation. |
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Seat heating. |
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Opening the Climate menu. For example, for the following settings: upper body temperature adjustment, pre-ventilation. |
Some of the functions can also be used via voice, e.g., temperature.
Climate control functions in detail
Opening the Climate menu
Press the button.
The Climate menu is displayed.
All the climate control functions which can adjusted via iDrive can be called up via the Climate menu, e.g., upper body temperature adjustment, pre-ventilation.
Switching climate control functions on/off
Turning on
Press one of the following buttons:
Air conditioning.
Maximum cooling.
AUTO program.
Air recirculation mode.
Right side of the air flow, manual button.
Air distribution, manual.
Defrosting the windshield
Fragrancing.
Turning off
Complete system:
Button on the driver's side:
Press and hold the left side of the button until the integrated automatic climate control switches off.
Button on the passenger's side:
Press and hold the left side of the button.
Temperature
Principle
The automatic climate control cools or heats to the configured temperature and then keeps the temperature constant.
Setting the temperature
Turning the wheel clockwise or counter-clockwise: lowering or raising the temperature.
Do not rapidly switch between different temperature settings. Otherwise, the automatic climate control will not have sufficient time to adjust the set temperature.
Temperature of the ventilation
General information
The temperature of the ventilation in the upper body area can be adjusted.
The air flow of the ventilation in the upper body area heats or cools noticeably, depending on the adjusted temperature.
This does not change the set interior temperature for the driver and front passenger.
Adjust temperature of the ventilation
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Heating/ventilation"
"Temperature adjustment"
Set the desired temperature.
The temperature is individually adjusted, e.g. colder toward blue, warmer toward red.
Air conditioning
Principle
The air in the interior will be cooled and dehumidified and, depending on the temperature setting, warmed again.
Functional requirement
The interior can only be cooled with the drive-ready state switched on.
Switch air conditioning on/off
Press the button.
The LED is illuminated with air conditioning switched on.
Depending on the weather, the windshield and the side windows may fog up briefly when drive-ready state is switched on.
Air conditioning is switched on automatically with the AUTO program.
When using the cooling mode, condensation that will exit below the vehicle.
Maximum cooling
Principle
The system is set to the lowest temperature, optimum air flow and recirculated-air mode with the drive-ready state switched on.
Functional requirement
The function is available with outside temperatures above approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the drive-ready state switched on.
Switching maximum cooling on/off
Press the button.
The LED is illuminated when maximum cooling is switched on.
Air flows out of the air vents to the upper body area. The air vents need to be open for this.
Adjust air flow on the driver's side with the program active.
AUTO program
Principle
The AUTO program cools, ventilates or heats the car's interior automatically.
The air distribution and the temperature are controlled automatically depending on the interior temperature and the desired temperature setting including the selected intensity of the air flow.
Switching the AUTO program on/off
Press the button.
The LED of the button is illuminated with the AUTO program switched on.
Depending on the selected settings and outside influences, the air is directed to the windshield, side windows, upper body, and into the footwell.
Point the side air vents toward the side windows.
The air conditioning is switched on with the AUTO program.
At the same time, a condensation sensor controls the program so as to prevent window condensation as much as possible.
The AUTO program is switched off automatically, when manual air distribution is set.
Adjusting the intensity of the air flow
With the AUTO program switched on, the intensity can be adjusted. This changes the automatic control for the air mass.
Press the left or right side of the button: to decrease or increase intensity.
The selected intensity is shown on the display of the automatic climate control.
Automatic recirculated-air control
Principle
The automatic recirculated-air control recognizes pollutants in the outside air. The outside air supply is shut off and the interior air is recirculated.
General information
If the system is activated, a sensor detects pollutants in the outside air and controls the shut-off automatically.
If the system is deactivated, outside air continuously flows into the interior.
With constant air recirculation mode, the air quality in the interior deteriorates and window fogging increases.
If there is window condensation, switch off recirculated-air mode or defog the windows.
Switching automatic recirculated-air control on/off
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Air quality"
"Auto-recirculate"
Air recirculation mode
Principle
You may react to unpleasant odors or pollutants in the immediate environment by temporarily suspending the supply of outside air. The system then recirculates the interior air.
When recirculated-air mode is switched off, fresh air is directed into the vehicle's interior.
Switch air recirculation on/off
Press the button.
The LED of the button is illuminated when the air-recirculation mode is switched on.
To prevent window condensation, recirculated-air mode switches off automatically after a certain amount of time, depending on the environmental conditions.
With constant air recirculation mode, the air quality in the interior deteriorates and window fogging increases.
If there is window condensation, switch off recirculated-air mode or defog the windows.
Air flow, manual
Principle
The air flow for climate control can be adjusted manually.
Adjusting the air flow manually
Press the left or right side of the button: to 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 to save vehicle battery power.
Manual air distribution
Principle
The air distribution for climate control can be adjusted manually.
Adjusting the air distribution manually
Press the button repeatedly. Select the desired setting:
Windows, upper body area, and footwell.
Upper body area and footwell.
Footwell.
Windows and footwell.
Windows: driver's side only.
Windows and upper body area.
Upper body area.
The selected air distribution is shown on the climate control display.
SYNC program
Principle
The Sync program can be used to apply the settings on the driver's side to the passenger's side and the rear.
Switching the SYNC program on/off
Press the button.
The LED of the button is illuminated when the SYNC program is switched on.
The following settings of the driver's side can be transferred to the passenger's side and the rear:
Temperature.
Air flow.
Air distribution.
AUTO program.
The program is switched off automatically if the settings on the front passenger side or in the rear are changed.
Defrost function
Principle
Ice and condensation are quickly removed from the windshield and the front side windows.
Switching the Defrost function on/off
Press the button.
The LED of the button is illuminated when the system is switched on.
The air flow can be adjusted manually with the system switched on.
If there is any window condensation, switch on the AUTO program or the air conditioning. Make sure that air can flow to the windshield.
Rear window defroster
Principle
Ice and condensation are removed from the rear window quickly.
Functional requirement
The function is operational when the drive-ready state is switched on.
Switching rear window defroster on/off
Press the button. The LED is illuminated with rear window defroster switched on.
The rear window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time.
Ventilation
Principle
The air flow directions can be adjusted individually for direct or indirect ventilation.
Setting the ventilation
General information
Open the air vents and position them to ensure effective climate control.
Direct ventilation
The air flow is directed towards the passengers. The air flow heats or cools noticeably, depending on the adjusted temperature.
Indirect ventilation
The air flow is not directed towards the passengers. The vehicle interior is warmed or cooled indirectly, depending on the set temperature.
Front ventilation
Lever for changing the airflow direction, arrow 1.
Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing of the air vents, arrow 2.
Ventilation in rear, center
Lever for changing the airflow direction, arrow 1.
Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing of the air vents, arrow 2.
Ventilation in the rear, on the side
Lever for changing the airflow direction, arrow 1.
Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing of the air vents, arrow 2.
Rear automatic climate control
Overview
Buttons in the vehicle
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Automatic climate control
Climate control functions
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Button |
Function |
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Temperature. |
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Maximum cooling. |
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AUTO program. |
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Air flow, manual. Intensity AUTO program. |
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Air distribution, manual. |
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Seat heating. |
Climate control functions in detail
Switching climate control functions on/off
Functional requirement
The rear automatic climate control is not ready for operation if the automatic climate control is switched off or if the function for defrosting the windows and removing condensation is active.
Switching on/off using iDrive
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Heating/ventilation"
"Rear climate control"
Switching on using the button
Press one of the following buttons:
Maximum cooling.
AUTO program.
Right side of the air flow, manual button.
Air distribution, manual.
Switching off using the button
Press and hold the left side of the button.
Temperature
Principle
The automatic climate control cools or heats to the configured temperature and then keeps the temperature constant.
Setting the temperature
Turning wheel clockwise or counter-clockwise: lowering or raising the temperature.
Do not rapidly switch between different temperature settings. Otherwise, the automatic climate control will not have sufficient time to adjust the set temperature.
Maximum cooling
Principle
The system is set to the lowest temperature, optimum air flow and recirculated-air mode with the drive-ready state switched on.
Functional requirement
The function is available with outside temperatures above approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the drive-ready state switched on.
Switching maximum cooling on/off
Press the button.
The LED of the button is illuminated when maximum cooling is switched on.
Air flows out of the air vents to the upper body area. The air vents need to be open for this.
AUTO program
Principle
The air flow, air distribution and the temperature are controlled automatically.
Switching the AUTO program on/off
Press the button.
The LED of the button is illuminated with the AUTO program switched on.
Depending on the selected settings and outside influences, the air is directed to the upper body and into the floor area.
Adjusting the intensity of the air flow
With the AUTO program activated, the automatic intensity control can be changed:
Pressing the left or right side of the button repeatedly: decrease or increase intensity.
The selected intensity is shown on the display of the automatic climate control.
Air flow, manual
Principle
The air flow for climate control can be adjusted manually.
General information
To adjust the air flow manually switch off AUTO program first.
Adjusting the air flow manually
Pressing the left or right side of the button repeatedly: decrease or increase air flow.
The selected air flow is shown on the climate control display.
Manual air distribution
Principle
The air distribution for climate control can be adjusted manually.
Adjusting the air distribution manually
Press the button repeatedly. Select the desired setting:
Upper body area.
Upper body area and footwell.
Footwell.
Pre-ventilation
Principle
The car's interior can be cooled or heated before driving off with the pre-ventilation. Depending on set temperature and ambient temperature, the car's interior is ventilated or possibly heated using the residual engine heat.
General information
The system can be switched on and off directly or via a preset departure time.
The activation time is determined based on the outside temperature. The system promptly switches on before the selected departure time.
Functional requirements
The vehicle is in idle state or standby state and not in drive-ready state.
The vehicle battery is sufficiently charged.
If pre-ventilation is switched on, the vehicle battery will be discharged. Thus, limit the maximum activation time to save the vehicle battery. The system will be available again after the engine is started or after a short trip.
Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are set correctly.
Open the air vents to allow air to flow out.
Switching on/off directly
General information
There are different ways to switch the system on or off.
The system switches off automatically after a certain period of time. The system continues to run for some time after being switched off.
Using the button
General information
When the vehicle is in standby state, the pre-ventilation can be switched on or off via the automatic climate control buttons.
Turning on
Press any button except:
Rear window defroster.
Left side of air flow button.
Seat heating.
Seat ventilation.
SYNC program.
MENU.
Turning off
Press and hold the left side of the button.
The system switches off after leaving and locking the vehicle.
Via iDrive
Turning on
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Pre-ventilation"
"Start now"
Display
The icon on the automatic climate control indicates the system is switched on.
REST is shown on the climate control display. The residual engine heat is used.
Departure time
Principle
Different departure times can be set to ensure a comfortable interior temperature in the vehicle at the time of departure.
One-time departure time: the time can be set.
The system is switched on once.
Departure time with weekday: time and day of the week can be set.
On the desired weekdays, the system will be switched on before the set departure time.
The departure time is preselected in two steps:
Set departure times.
Activate departure times.
A minimum of 10 minutes should pass between setting/activating the departure time and the planned departure time to allow a sufficient period of time for the climate control.
Setting the departure time
Via iDrive
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Pre-ventilation"
"Departure plan"
Select the desired departure time.
Set the departure time.
Select day of the week, if needed.
"OK"
Activating the departure time
Functional requirement
To switch on the pre-ventilation automatically at the departure time, the departure time must be activated first.
Via iDrive
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Pre-ventilation"
"Departure plan"
Activate the desired departure time.
Display
The icon on the climate control display signals an activated departure time.
Pre-conditioning through Remote Engine Start
Principle
Pre-conditioning cools or heats the car's interior prior to start of the trip to a comfortable temperature. The system automatically cools, vents, and heats depending on the interior, external, and set temperature. Snow and ice may be removed more easily.
The system starts the engine automatically and allows it to run for a limited period of time.
Safety information
Do not switch on the stationary climate control in enclosed areas
Observe when operating the stationary climate control
Functional requirements
The vehicle is in idle state or standby state and not in drive-ready state.
Battery is sufficiently charged.
For reasons of safety, the system can only be switched on twice consecutively. The system will be available again as soon as the drive-ready state is activated and deactivated again.
The fuel tank capacity is sufficient.
Hood is closed.
Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are set correctly.
Air vents are opened.
Enabling the automatic engine start function
The automatic engine start must be enabled once before using the system. Otherwise, the engine cannot switch on automatically to climatize the car's interior.
Via iDrive:
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Preconditioning/ventilation"
"Remote Engine Start"
"Starting engine for clim. control"
Confirm the disclaimer.
Switching on/off directly
General information
The system switches off automatically after approx. 15 minutes.
For reasons of safety, the system can only be switched on twice consecutively. The system will be available again as soon as the drive-ready state is activated and deactivated again.
Switching on via iDrive
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Preconditioning/ventilation"
"Start now"
Switching on/off via vehicle key
The system can be switched on and off using the vehicle key.
Press the button on the vehicle key three times within 1 second.
After operating the vehicle key, it will take approximately 3 seconds until the engine is switched on.
To switch off the system, press the button again three times.
Switching off with the Start/Stop button
The system can be switched off directly as follows: pressing the Start/Stop button, without operating the brake pedal.
Switching on via departure time
General information
Scheduled departure times can be set up in the system to ensure a comfortable interior temperature in the vehicle at the time of departure.
One-time departure time: the time of the scheduled departure can be set.
The system is switched on once.
Departure time with weekday: time and day of the week of the scheduled departure can be set.
The departure time is preselected in two steps:
Set departure times.
Activate departure times.
The climate control function will start approximately 10 minutes before the set departure time and continue for approximately 5 more minutes after the departure time.
A minimum of 10 minutes should pass between setting/activating the departure time and the planned departure time to allow a sufficient period of time for the climate control.
For reasons of safety, the system can only be switched on once. The system will be available again as soon as the drive-ready state is activated and deactivated again.
Observe the information about the intended use of the vehicle.
Additional information:
For Your Own Safety.
Adjusting the departure time via iDrive
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Preconditioning/ventilation"
"Departure plan"
Select the desired departure time.
Set the departure time.
Select day of the week, if needed.
Activating the departure time via iDrive
"CAR"
"Settings"
"Climate control"
"Preconditioning/ventilation"
"Departure plan"
Activate the desired departure time.
Display
In the instrument cluster:
The engine runs for the purpose of operating the pre-conditioning. The vehicle is not ready to drive.
The icon on the automatic climate control signals an activated departure time.
The icon flashes while Remote Engine Start is running.
Confirmation signals from the vehicle
The activation of the system is confirmed by flashing twice.
The parking lights are switched on as long as the system is switched on.
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