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AIR CONDITIONING: information and operating instructions

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Advice on use

In some situations (air conditioning off, air recirculation activated, ventilation speed at zero or low etc.), you may notice that condensation starts to form on the windows and windscreen.

In the event of condensation, use the quick demister to remove it.

Fuel consumption

You will normally notice an increase in fuel consumption (especially in town) when the air conditioning is operating.

For vehicles fitted with air conditioning with no automatic mode, switch off the system when it is not required.

Advice for reducing consumption and helping to preserve the environment

Drive with the air vents open and the windows closed. If the vehicle has been parked in the sun, open the doors for a few moments to let the hot air escape before starting the engine.

Maintenance

Refer to the Maintenance Document for your vehicle for the inspection frequency.

Operating faults

As a general rule, contact your approved Dealer in the event of an operating fault:

- Reduction in de-icing, demisting or air conditioning performance.

This may be caused by the passenger compartment filter cartridge becoming clogged.

- No cold air is being produced.

Check that the controls are set correctly and that the fuses are sound. Otherwise, switch off the system.

Presence of water under the vehicle

After prolonged use of the air conditioning system, it is normal for water to be present under the vehicle. This is caused by condensation.

The refrigerant fluid circuit (of which some components are hermetically sealed) may contain fluorinated greenhouse gases.

Use the air conditioning system regularly, even in cold weather, running it at least once a month for approximately 5 minutes.

Do not add anything to the vehicle’s ventilation circuit (for example, to remove bad odours).

There is a risk of damage or of fire.

Do not open the refrigerant circuit. The fluid may damage eyes or skin.

Refrigerant fluid R-134a

Depending on the vehicle, you will find the following information on label A affixed inside the engine compartment.

The presence and location of the information on label A depends on the vehicle.

Ñ Type of refrigerant fluid

(XXX) Type of oil in the air conditioning circuit

Consult the driver’s handbook

Maintenance

Quantity of refrigerant fluid present in the vehicle.

x.xxx kg

Global Warming Potential (CO2 equivalent).

GWP xxxx

Quantity in weight and in CO2 equivalent.

CO2 eq x.xxx t

Do not open the refrigerant circuit. The fluid may damage eyes or skin.

Before carrying out any action in the engine compartment, you must switch off the ignition. STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE.

Refrigerant fluid R-1234yf

Depending on the vehicle, you will find the following information on label B affixed inside the engine compartment.

The presence and location of the information on label B depends on the vehicle.

Ñ Type of refrigerant fluid

(XXX) Type of oil in the air conditioning circuit

Inflammable product

Consult the driver’s handbook

Maintenance

Quantity of refrigerant fluid present in the vehicle.

x.xxx kg

Global Warming Potential (CO2 equivalent).

GWP xxxx

Quantity in weight and in CO2 equivalent.

CO2 eq x.xxx t