User Guide

102 Weather outlook
Air conditioning plus*
Air conditioning plus*
The air conditioning plus system im
proves the level of comfort when driving
at high outside temperatures
 by cooling down the air,
 by dehumidifying the air.
Your heater and ventilation support the
functions of the air conditioning plus
system. Their operation is explained
starting on page 96.
In addition, an integrated combination
filter* (dust, pollen and particulate fil
ter) purifies the fresh air inflow. It con
tinues to operate when the air
conditioning plus system is switched off
and you have switched the blower on.
>Note!
Operating the air conditioning plus sys
tem increases fuel consumption.
>Note!
Dehumidification of the air by air con
ditioning plus system prevents the win
dows from fogging when there is a high
level of moisture in the air.
This effect can also be used to deice the
windows if, in addition to the air condi
tioning plus system, the heater is
switched to maximum.
When will the air conditioning plus
system operate?
The air conditioning plus system works
 only when the engine is running,
 only when the blower is switched on,
 most effectively when the windows are
closed.
Accident risk!
Ensure that you observe the rec
ommended air conditioning system
plus* settings described on the next
few pages. The windows could otherwise
mist up. This may prevent you from ob
serving the traffic conditions, thereby
causing an accident.