185
Climate Control
R
Use of air recirculation
The air conditioner/heater system is
supplied with fresh air via an intake flap.
Closing the flap causes the air inside the
vehicle to be recirculated. This helps to
prevent unpleasant odours from being
drawn into the vehicle and also to improve
the performance of the air conditioner in
very hot conditions. However, the use of
recirculated air will cause screen misting
after a short period and should only be
used as necessary.
In AUTO mode, the air intake flap is
controlled automatically. If required, air
recirculation may be manually selected
for either a short or indefinite period.
!
WARNING:
To prevent humidity build up inside the
vehicle and possible screen misting,
avoid driving with the air conditioning
system off or with manual air
recirculation selected for prolonged
periods.
GENERAL POINTS
To ensure the satisfactory operation of
the climate control system, note the
following points:
• Ensure that the external grille at the
base of the windshield, which
provides fresh air for the climate
control system, is kept clear of leaves,
snow or obstructions.
• A solar sensor, see item 1 on the next
page, is mounted on the centre top of
the facia. Ensure that this sensor is
not covered.
• Temperature and humidity sensors,
see item 2 on the next page, are
located behind the small grille. Do not
cover or obstruct the opening.
• Air ducts under the front seats supply
the rear passenger footwells (see air
distribution illustration). Objects or
material placed under the seats may
block or obstruct the open ducts.
• The external air intake to the air
conditioner/heater system is fitted
with a filter. Ensure that the filter is
changed at the specified service
intervals to maintain efficient
operation.
• If the air conditioning system is not
used frequently, it should be run
briefly at least once each week, with a
cold setting, to prevent the seals from
drying out with subsequent refrigerant
leaks.
• Moisture removed from the air by the
air conditioning unit is discharged
onto the road underneath the vehicle.
After stopping, puddles of water may
form underneath the vehicle.