2009 BMW 1 Series Owner's Manual - Page 82
2009 BMW 1 Series Manual
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Climate Heating and ventilation, air conditioner* 1 2 3 4 Air distribution Recirculated-air mode Air flow rate Cooling function* If the vehicle is not equipped with a cooling 5 6 function, the rear window defroster is located here. Temperature Rear window defroster If the vehicle is not equipped with a cooling function, this control is located at position 4. Air distribution Direct the flow of air to the windows , to the upper body area or to the footwell . Intermediate settings are possible. Air flow rate Adjust the air flow rate. The higher the rate, the more effective the heating or cooling will be. The air flow rate may be reduced or the blower may be switched off entirely to save on battery power. The display remains the same. Recirculated-air mode If the air outside the car has an unpleasant odor or contains pollutants, shut off the supply to the interior of the car temporarily. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle. You can also activate/deactivate the recirculated-air mode by means of a button* on the steering wheel, refer to page 11. If condensation starts to form on the inside window surfaces during operation in the recirculated-air mode, you should switch it off while also increasing the air flow rate as required. The recirculated-air mode should not be used continuously for lengthy periods, otherwise the quality of the air inside the car will gradually deteriorate.< Switching the system on/off To switch on the system, set the desired air flow rate. Turn the air flow rate rotary switch to 0. Blower and air conditioner are completely switched off and the air supply is cut off. Switching the cooling function* on/off The cooling function cools and dehumidifies the incoming air before reheating it as required, according to the temperature setting. This function is only available while the engine is running. The cooling function helps prevent condensation on the windows or removes it quickly. Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started. 80 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG
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