Manual Climate System Functions; Blower Speed; Recirculation; Timer - Volvo S40 2005 Owner's Manual

2005 Volvo S40
7. Heated front passenger's seat
8. Rear window and door mirror defrosters
9. Temperature selector

Manual climate system functions

1. Blower speed

The blower speed can be increased or decreased by turning the knob. If the knob is
turned counterclockwise and the indicator light in the display goes out, the blower and the air
conditioning are switched off. The display shows the blower symbol and OFF.

2. Recirculation

This function can be used to shut out exhaust fumes, smoke, etc from the passenger
compartment. The air in the passenger compartment is then recirculated, i.e. no air from outside the car
is taken into the car when this function is activated. Recirculation (together with the air conditioning
system) cools the passenger compartment more quickly in very warm weather. If the air in the car
recirculates for too long, there is a risk of condensation forming on the insides of the windows,
especially in winter.

Timer

The timer function minimizes the risk of misting, or stale air when the recirculation function is selected.
See page 62 for information on setting the recirculation timer. Recirculation is always disengaged when
you select Defroster (3).
3. Defroster
Directs airflow to the windshield and side windows and increases blower speed.
Air flows to the windows at high blower speed.
The LED in the defroster button lights up when this function is activated. The air conditioning system
is controlled to provide maximum air dehumidification.
The air is not recirculated.
pg. 71 Manual climate control
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