Climate control 145Air conditioning systemIn addition to the heating andventilation system, the airconditioning system has controls for:n = cooling4 = air recirculationHeated seats ß 3 42, Heatedsteering wheel * 3 94.Cooling nPress button n to switch on cooling.Activation is indicated by the LED inthe button. Cooling is only functionalwhen the engine is running andclimate control fan is switched on.Press button n again to switch offcooling.The air conditioning system cools anddehumidifies (dries) as soon as theoutside temperature is slightly abovethe freezing point. Thereforecondensation may form and drip fromunder the vehicle.If no cooling or drying is required,switch off the cooling system for fuelsaving reasons. Activated coolingmight inhibit autostops.Air recirculation system 4Press button 4 to activate airrecirculation mode. Activation isindicated by the LED in the button.Press button 4 again to deactivaterecirculation mode.9 WarningThe exchange of fresh air isreduced in air recirculation mode.In operation without cooling the airhumidity increases, so thewindows may mist up from inside.The quality of the passengercompartment air deteriorates,which may cause the vehicleoccupants to feel drowsy.In warm and very humid ambient airconditions, the windscreen might mistup from outside, when cold air isdirected to it. If windscreen mists upfrom outside, activate windscreenwiper and deactivate l.Maximum coolingBriefly open the windows so that hotair can disperse quickly.■ Switch on cooling n.■ Air recirculation system 4 on.■ Press air distribution switch M.■ Set temperature control to coldestlevel.■ Set fan speed to highest level.■ Open all vents.
