Defrosting the windshield

You can use this function to defrost the windshield or to defrost the inside of the windshield and the side windows.

You should only select the defrosting function until the windshield is clear again.

•► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.

•► To activate: press the button. button.

The indicator lamp above the lights up. button lights up.

The climate control system switches to the following functions:

 - cooling with air dehumidification on
 - high airflow
 - high temperature
 - air distribution to the windshield and front side windows
 - air-recirculation mode off

•► To switch off: press the button. button.

The indicator lamp above the goes out. The previously selected settings button goes out. The previously selected settings come into effect again. The cooling with air dehumidification function remains on. Airrecirculation mode remains deactivated.

or
 •►  Press the The indicator lamp above the button button.

The indicator lamp above the goes out. Airflow and air distribution are set button goes out. Airflow and air distribution are set to automatic mode.

or

•►  Automatic climate control: press temperature button 9 or 12 up or down.

Automatic climate control: press temperature button 10 or 14 up or down.

or

•► Dual-zone automatic climate control: press switch 11 up or down.

3-zone automatic climate control: press button 12 up or down

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