Do not smoke while air recirculation
●
mode is on, as smoke drawn into the air
conditioning system leaves residue on the
evaporator, producing a permanent un-
pleasant odour.
Controls of the Climatronic*
Automatic mode
Automatic adjustment of temperature, fan,
and air distribution. Automatic mode is disa-
bled when the ventilation is modified manual-
ly.
Cooling mode
Press the button to switch on or off the cool-
ing system.
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Operation
It is advisable to turn on the air condition-
●
ing at least once a month, to lubricate the
system gaskets and prevent leaks. If a de-
crease in the cooling capacity is detected,
Temperature
/
1
2
Press buttons
or
. The selected temper-
1
2
ature is shown on the display of the climate
control panel.
Blower
The power of the fan is automatically adjus-
ted.
Press the buttons to manually adjust the fan.
a Technical Service should be consulted to
check the system.
When the engine is under extreme strain,
●
switch off the compressor for a moment.
In the centre console: Climatronic control
Fig. 109
panel.
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Air distribution
The airflow adjusts automatically for comfort.
It can also be manually distributed to the de-
sired zone by pressing the corresponding
button:
The airflow is directed towards the chest
The airflow is directed towards the foot-
well.
The airflow is directed at the windscreen.