On the control next to multi-function steering wheel
The Climatronic defrost function clears fog and ice from the windshield.
The air is dehumidified and the blower is set to a higher speed.
Air recirculation
No fresh air will enter the vehicle interior when recirculation mode is switched on ⇒
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Switch air recirculation on and off in the Air conditioner menu.
1. Open the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system.
2. Tap Classic Climate.
3. Tap
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Automatic recirculation mode on the Climatronic system
Automatic air recirculation helps you if the outside air is of poor quality by temporarily turning on or off the supply of fresh air,
within the system limitations. The system cannot detect unpleasant odors.
1. Tap
in the upper center console.
2. Switch automatic air recirculation on or off with
When does recirculation mode switch off?
Automatic air recirculation.
Recirculation mode will switch off in the following situations:
If the defrost function is switched on.
If a sensor detects that the door windows could fog up.
WARNING
A lack of fresh air supply may result in reduced visibility due to fogged up windows and rapid driver fatigue due to stale air.
This can result in collisions, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.
Only use recirculation mode for a short time.
Always switch off recirculation mode as soon as it is not necessary.
NOTICE
Tobacco smoke can settle on the refrigerant system evaporator and the active combination filter and cause permanent
odors.
To prevent permanent odors, do not smoke in the vehicle when air recirculation is switched on.
When reverse gear is engaged or while the automatic wash and wipe system is on, recirculation mode switches on
automatically so that no odors will enter the vehicle interior.
Seat heating and seat ventilation
Overview of Seat Heating and Seat Ventilation
The seat heating and seat ventilation function when the engine is running. The front seats can be equipped with either a seat
heating system or a combined seat heating and seat ventilation system. There are three levels of heating for the outer rear
seats ⇒
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