Residual Heat - Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 User Manual

Deactivating
It is possible to deactivate the air condi-
tioning (cooling) function of the climate
control system. The air in the vehicle will
then no longer be cooled or dehumidified.
Warning!
While driving, deactivate the air conditioning
only temporarily to prevent window fogging.
Press button ± ( page 102).
The indicator lamp on the button ±
lights up.
Activating
Moist air can fog up the windows. You can
dehumidify the air with the air condition-
ing.
Press button ± again ( page 102).
The indicator lamp on the ± button
G
goes out.
The air conditioning uses the refrigerant
R134a. This refrigerant is free of CFCs
which are harmful to the ozone layer.
Controls in detail
Climate control

Residual heat

With the engine switched off, it is possible
to continue to heat or ventilate the interior
for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes
use of the residual heat produced by the
engine.
Activating
Turn the key in the steering lock to
position 1 or 0, or remove it from the
starter switch.
Press button Ð ( page 102).
The indicator lamp on the button Ð
comes on.
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