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5. Air ow adjustment
Reducing the air flow to minimum switches
the air conditioning system OFF.
To prevent condensation and deterioration
of the quality of the air in the passenger
compartment, ensure that an adequate flow of
air is maintained.
6. Air conditioning
The air conditioning will only
operate when the engine is running.
The air blower control (air flow
adjustment) must be active in order
to obtain air conditioning.
7. Intake of exterior air /
Recirculation of interior air
Automatic air intake mode
It is activated by default in
automatic comfort regulation.
Automatic mode is activated with
reverse gear or operation of the
screenwash.
Closing the air intake
F Press control 7 to close the
exterior air intake.
It must be cancelled as soon as possible to
permit renewal of the air in the passenger
compartment and demisting.
Intake of exterior air
F Press control 7 once to open
the exterior air intake.
While retaining the other settings, this position
allows the driver to isolate the passenger
compartment at any time from unpleasant
exterior odours and fumes.
F Press the control:
- to increase the air flow,
- to reduce the air flow.
The air flow level is indicated by the
progressive illumination of the fan
blade indicator lamps.
This function permits recirculation of the air
and isolation the passenger compartment from
exterior fumes and odours. It is inactive when
the ambient temperature is below +5 °C to
avoid the risk of misting inside the vehicle.
You can store the settings of the air
conditioning system. Refer to the
"Storing driving positions" section.
F Press control 6. The indicator lamp comes
on.
In order to be effective, the air conditioning
must be used with the windows closed.