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Ease of use and comfort
Servicing the ventilation and air
conditioning system
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in
progressively as the speed of the fan is increased.
When the air flow is reduced to a minimum,
ventilation stops.
►ꢀ Ensure that the passenger compartment
filter is in good condition and have the filter
elements replaced regularly.
Press the Climate menu button to display
Adjusting the air distribution
►ꢀ Press the buttons 5 to adjust the air flow
distribution inside the passenger compartment.
Windscreen and side windows
We recommend using a composite passenger
compartment filter. Its specific active additive
helps protect against polluting gases and bad
smells.
the system controls page.
►ꢀ To ensure correct operation of the
air conditioning system, have it checked
according to the recommendations in the
Manufacturer’s service schedule.
Central and side air vents
Footwells
The lighting of the button indicates that air is
being blown in the specified direction.
It is possible to activate all three buttons
simultaneously, for uniform distribution
throughout the passenger compartment.
Stop & Start
The heating and air conditioning systems
only operate when the engine is running.
Temporarily deactivate the Stop & Start
system to maintain a comfortable temperature
in the passenger compartment.
For more information on the Stop &
Start system, refer to the corresponding
section.
1. Automatic Visibility programme
2. Adjusting the air flow
System switch-off
3. Interior air recirculation
4. Adjusting the temperature
5. Adjusting the air distribution
6. Air conditioning on/off
Automatic Visibility
programme
For more information on button 1, refer to the
"Front Demisting/De-icing" section.
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
Temperature adjustment
►ꢀ Press one of the buttons 4 to decrease (blue)
Intensive use of the air conditioning
reduces the vehicle range in Electric mode.
Air conditioning on/off
The air conditioning system is designed to
operate effectively in all seasons, with the
windows closed:
or increase (red) the temperature level.
Air flow adjustment
►ꢀ Press one of the buttons 2 to increase (+) or
Manual air conditioning
This air conditioning system only operates with
– It lowers the temperature in summer.
– It increases the effectiveness of the demisting,
in winter, above 3°C.
decrease (-) the speed of the ventilation fan.
the engine running.