PEUGEOT 508 Handbook page 71

This function is not designed to detect
unpleasant odours.
Recirculation is automatically activated when
the front screenwash is used or when reverse
gear is engaged.
The function does not operate if the exterior
temperature is below 5°C, to avoid the risk of
misting of the windscreen and side windows.
To activate or deactivate the function, go to
the secondary page by using the "OPTIONS"
button, then press button 10.
Manual control
You can manually adjust one or more of these
functions, while retaining automatic control of
the other functions by the system:
- air flow 2,
- air distribution 3.
As soon as you modify a setting, the indicator
lamp in the "AUTO" button goes off.
F Press button 5 again to reactivate the
automatic comfort programme.
Air flow adjustment
F Press one of the buttons 2 to increase or
decrease the fan speed.
The air flow symbol (a fan) is filled in
progressively as the speed of the fan is
increased.
By reducing the air flow to minimum, you are
stopping ventilation.
"OFF" is displayed alongside the fan.
Avoid driving for too long without
ventilation – risk of condensation and
deterioration of air quality!
Air distribution adjustment
You can vary the air distribution in the passenger
compartment using the three buttons 3.
Windscreen and side windows.
Central and side vents.
Footwells.
Each press on a button activates or deactivates
the function. The indicator lamp is on when the
button is activated. For a uniform distribution
of air in the passenger compartment, the three
buttons can be activated simultaneously.
In AUTO mode, the indicator lamps in all three
buttons 3 are off.
Air conditioning
The air conditioning is designed to operate
effectively in all seasons, with the windows
closed.
Ease of use and comfort
It enables you to:
- lower the temperature in summer,
- increase the effectiveness of the demisting
in winter, above 3°C.
On/Off
F Press button 4 to activate/deactivate the air
conditioning system.
Once activated, the indicator lamp in the button
comes on.
The air conditioning does not operate
when the air flow adjustment 2 is set to off.
Switching off the air conditioning may result
in some discomfort (humidity, misting).
Maximum air conditioning
This function allows faster cooling of the air in
the passenger compartment.
The system automatically adjusts the
temperature setting to the lowest possible, the
air distribution towards the centre and outer
vents, the air flow to maximum and activates
recirculation of interior air.
F Press button 6 to activate/deactivate the
function.
Once the function is activated, the indicator
lamp in the button comes on.
Once the function is deactivated, the system
returns to the previous settings.
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