Air Conditioning
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Setting automatic air-recirculation mode
In automatic air-recirculation mode, the fresh air
supply is adjusted depending on the air quality.
Automatic air-recirculation mode can be switched
on and off on the multi-function display.
At outside temperatures below approx. 50 °F
(10 °C), air-recirculation mode is deactivated
automatically to prevent the windows from
misting.
For information on adjusting automatic air-
recirculation mode on the multi-function display:
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Please see the chapter “SETTING AIR
CONDITIONING” on page 146.
Note
The recommended operating mode is automatic
air-recirculation mode (default setting).
Information on the air-conditioning
compressor
The air-conditioning compressor:
– Can switch off briefly to ensure sufficient
engine cooling if the engine is operating under
extreme load.
– Automatically switches off at temperatures
below 38 °F (3 °C) and cannot be switched on,
even manually.
– Operates most effectively with the windows
closed.
If the vehicle has been in the sun for a long
time, it is a good idea to ventilate the interior
briefly with the windows open.
– Depending on the outside temperature and
humidity, condensation can drip from the
evaporator and form a pool under the vehicle.
This is normal and not a sign of leaks.
Information on automatic load switch-off
If the charging condition of the battery is critical,
the following air-conditioning or heating functions
are restricted initially and then switched off.
– Heated seats
– Heated rear window/External mirror heating
– Fresh-air blower
– Air-conditioning compressor
