BMW 318D, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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General
To be able to adjust the air flow manually, first
switch off the AUTO programme.
Operation
Press upper or lower side of button: re‐
duce or increase air flow.
Selected air flow is shown on the climate display.
In order to protect the battery the air flow rate is
reduced, if necessary.
Adjusting the air distribution
manually
Principle
The air distribution for air conditioning can be set
manually.
Operation
Press the button repeatedly to select a
programme:
▷ Windows, upper body area and footwell.
▷ Upper body area and footwell.
▷ Footwell.
▷ Windows and footwell.
▷ Windows.
▷ Windows and upper body.
▷ Upper body area.
Selected air distribution is shown on the climate
display.
Defrosting the windscreen and
removing condensation
Principle
Ice and condensation are quickly removed from
the windscreen and the front side windows.
Switching on/off
Press the button.
The LED is illuminated when the sys‐
tem is switched on.
The air flow can be adjusted manually when the
system is switched on.
If there is condensation on the window,
press the button or switch on the cool‐
ing function. Ensure that air can flow towards the
windscreen.
Rear window heating
Press the button. The LED is illumina‐
ted.
The function is available when the engine is run‐
ning.
The rear window heating is switched off auto‐
matically after a certain period of time.
Microfilter
The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the in‐
coming air.
Have this filter replaced during maintenance of
the vehicle.
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