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Automatic climate control

The controls

1.
Driver's heating temperature indicator.
2.
Ventilation speed indicator.
3.
Heated steering wheel activation control.
4.
Driver's heated seat activation control.
5.
Air-conditioning activation control.
6.
Passenger's heated seat activation control.
7.
De-icing/de-misting the windscreen.
8.
Passenger compartment air distribution indicator.
9.
System off control.
10.
Passenger compartment air distribution adjustment.
11.
Activation control for the "A/C MAX" function.
12.
Air recirculation.
13.
Air-conditioning activation control in AUTO mode.
14.
De-icing/demisting of the rear screen and, depending on the vehicle, the rear view mirrors.
15.
"Clear View" function.
16.
Adjusting the ventilation speed and stopping the system.
17.
Adjusting the driver's air temperature.

Activating/deactivating the system

Activating the system

When the vehicle is started, the system returns to the last programme used.
The system is also functional when the vehicle is stationary with the engine on.
Press the control 13 to activate the system or set the control 16 to the desired fan speed.

Stopping the system

Press the control 9 to stop the system.

Switching the air conditioning on or off

In automatic mode, the system manages activation of the air conditioning. It is still possible to activate or deactivate the system by pressing the control 5.

Automatic mode

The automatic climate control system guarantees comfort in the passenger compartment and good visibility (except in the event of extreme conditions), while optimising fuel consumption.
The system controls the ventilation speed, air distribution, air recirculation, and starting and stopping the air conditioning and air temperature.
This mode consists of a choice of three programmes:
AUTO: optimises the selected comfort level according to exterior conditions. Press button 13.
SOFT: enables the desired temperature level to be obtained more smoothly and silently. Press button 13 then press downwards to activate SOFT mode.
FAST: increases the air flow in the passenger compartment. This mode is recommended in particular to optimise comfort in the rear seats. Press button 13 then press upwards again to activate FAST mode.
When the air conditioning starts in automatic mode, the system returns to the last programme used.
Tip
Any action on a button other than the AUTO button disables automatic mode.

Adjusting the distribution of air in the passenger compartment

Press on 10 once or repeatedly to adjust the air distribution. The selected air distribution setting 8 is displayed on the multimedia screen. The positions are in the following order:
All the air is then directed to the windscreen and front side window demisting vents.
The air flow is distributed between front side window demisting vents, the windscreen demisting vents and the footwells.
The air flow is mainly directed to the dashboard air vents.
The air flow is directed towards the dashboard vents and towards the footwells.
The air flow is directed mainly towards the footwells.

Adjusting the air temperature

Press the control 17 to adjust the air temperature.

Adjusting the ventilation fan speed

In automatic mode, the system uses the most suitable amount of air to reach and maintain the desired comfort level.
You can still adjust the ventilation speed by pressing the control 16 to increase or reduce the ventilation speed.

"Clear View" function

Press the button 15: the built-in indicator light comes on.
This function quickly de-mists the windscreen, rear screen, front side windows and door mirrors (depending on the vehicle). It automatically activates the air conditioning and rear screen de-icing functions.
To exit this function, press button 13 or 15.
Tip
Some buttons have an operating light indicating their operative state.

Rear screen de-icing and demisting

Press the button 14: the built-in indicator light comes on. This function enables rapid demisting or de-icing of the rear screen and de-icing of the rear view mirrors (on equipped vehicles).
To exit this function, press the button 14 again. Demisting automatically stops.

"A/C MAX" function

The "A/C MAX" function enables the user to experience the maximum power of their air conditioning system without any inconvenience or compromise in terms of the acoustics or the feeling of the air being too cold on the hands and face.
This function involves automatic modifications:
  • temperature programmed to fully cold;
  • distribution of air to the occupants;
  • air flow at its maximum power;
  • activation of the air conditioning;
  • air recirculation.
Press the button 11 to activate the function. Deactivate ECO mode to make the most of it.

Air recirculation (isolation of the passenger compartment)

This function is managed automatically, but you can also activate it manually. In this case the operation is confirmed by a warning light on button 12.
Tip
Demisting/de-icing will still take priority over the air recirculation.
Manual use
Press the button 12: the built-in indicator light comes on.
Prolonged use of this position may lead to odours, caused by non-renewal of air, and the formation of condensation on the windows.
We therefore advise you to return to automatic mode as soon as air recirculation is no longer needed, by pressing button 12.

Air purifier

Please refer to the multimedia instructions for further information.

"Favourites" function

Depending on the vehicle, by pressing the steering wheel control 18, you can activate the following functions according to the stored user settings that you have previously defined:
  • heated steering wheel;
  • heated seats;
  • air purification.
For more information on programming this function, please refer to the multimedia instructions.

Air conditioning "Eco" setting

For more information, refer to the "MULTI-SENSE" section MULTI-SENSE and the Driving advice, Eco-driving" section DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING.

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