Manual air conditioning
Overview of the manual air conditioner
The manual climate control system warms, cools, and removes humidity from the air.
The air conditioner is most effective when the vehicle interior is kept closed. If there is a build-up of heat inside the vehicle, ventilation can help to speed up the cooling process.
Certain functions of the air conditioner depend on the vehicle equipment.
Fig. 103 In the upper section of the center console: Climate control bar for the manual climate control system.
Display of activated functions
Illuminated LEDss on the climate control bar indicate that the function is activated.
WARNING
Poor visibility through the windows increases the risk of collisions and accidents that can cause serious injury.
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Keep all windows free of ice, snow, and fog to have good visibility.
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Adjust the heating, air conditioner, and rear window defroster to a setting where the windows do not fog up.
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Only start driving when all windows are clear.
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Only use recirculation mode for a short time. Otherwise, the windows could fog up very quickly and greatly reduce visibility.
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Always switch off recirculation mode when it is not necessary.
Switching the manual air conditioner on and off
On the climate control bar
Switch off the air conditioning system.
Adjust the blower speed.
Switch the rear air conditioning block on or off.
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To switch on the manual air conditioner, turn the center knob clockwise.
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To switch off the manual air conditioner, turn the center knob all the way counterclockwise.
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