Volvo S40 - ANNEXE 244, Owner'S Manual

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03 Climate control
General information on climate control
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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Air vents in the dashboard
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Open
Closed
Lateral airflow
Vertical airflow
Aim the outer vents towards the side windows
to remove misting from the front side windows.
During cold weather - Close the centre vents
for optimum comfort and best demisting.
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Actual temperature
The temperature you select corresponds to the
physical experience with reference to factors
such as air speed, humidity and solar radiation
in and around the car.
The system includes a sun sensor which
detects the side from which the sun is shining
into the passenger compartment. This means
that the temperature can differ between the
right and left-hand air vents despite the con-
trols being set for the same temperature on
both sides.
Sensor location
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The sun sensor is on the top side of the
dashboard.
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The temperature sensor for the passenger
compartment is behind the climate control
panel.
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The outside temperature sensor is located
on the door mirror.
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The humidity sensor is located in the inte-
rior rearview mirror.
NOTE
Do not cover or block the sensors with
clothing or other objects.
Side windows and sunroof
To ensure that the air conditioning works sat-
isfactorily, close all side windows and the sun-
roof (if fitted).
Acceleration
The air conditioning system switches off tem-
porarily at full throttle. You may briefly feel a
temporary rise in temperature.
Vents in parcel shelf
NOTE
Do not cover the cargo area vents in the
parcel shelf with clothing or other objects.
Condensation
In warm weather, condensation from the air
conditioning may drip under the car. This is
normal.