124 Climate controlOpen slats and adjust direction of airflow.To close the vents, direct slatsdownwards.9 WarningDo not attach any objects to theslats of the air vents. Risk ofdamage and injury in case of anaccident.Fixed air ventsAdditional air vents are locatedbeneath the windscreen and doorwindows and in the foot wells.MaintenanceAir intakeThe air intakes in front of thewindscreen in the enginecompartment must be kept clear toallow air intake. Remove any leaves,dirt or snow.Pollen filterThe pollen filter cleans dust, soot,pollen and spores from the airentering the vehicle through the airintake.Air conditioning regularoperationIn order to ensure continuouslyefficient performance, cooling mustbe operated for a few minutes once amonth, irrespective of the weatherand time of year. Operation withcooling is not possible when outsidetemperature is too low.ServiceFor optimal cooling performance, it isrecommended that the climate controlsystem be checked annually, startingthree years after initial vehicleregistration, including:■ Functionality and pressure test■ Heating functionality■ Leakage check■ Check of drive belts■ Cleaning of condenser andevaporator drainage■ Performance check