2006 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 189

Controls in detail Climate control Maximum cooling Turn thumbwheels 5 and 8 ( page 178) upwards to the first stop. The fixed center air vents 4 and 9 ( page 178) and the adjustable air vents 6 and 7 ( page 178) are open. For draft-free ventilation, move the sliders for the center air vents 6 and 7 ( page 178) to the middle position. Turn thumbwheels 1 and c ( page 178) for the adjustable side air vents 2 and b ( page 178) to the fully open position. Set air distribution control 3 ( page 182) to position a. The air distribution directs the air through the center and side air vents. Set air volume control 2 ( page 183) to position 5. The ventilation operates with maximum blower speed. Turn temperature controls 1 and 4 ( page 179) completely counterclockwise to their end stops. The lowest temperature for both sides is set. Residual engine heat utilization With the engine switched off, it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes. This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine. i When the vehicle's interior has cooled down enough, reduce the air volume and increase the air temperature to comfortable settings if desired. 188