Air conditioning: operating information and advice

Fuel consumption

When using the air conditioning, an increase in fuel consumption (especially in city driving) is normal.

On vehicles with air conditioning without automatic mode, switch it off when it is no longer needed.

Advice to reduce fuel consumption and thereby help protect the environment: while driving, the air vents should be open and the windows closed.

If the vehicle has been parked in hot weather or in direct sunlight, ventilate the vehicle before setting off to remove the hot air.

Maintenance

The frequency of inspections is given in the vehicle service book.

Malfunctions

In general, if any malfunction occurs, contact an authorised dealer of the brand.

• Reduced effectiveness of defrosting, demisting or the air conditioning.

  The cause may be a clogged cabin filter.

• No cold air is delivered. Check that the controls are correctly set and that the fuses are intact.

  Otherwise, switch off the air conditioning.

Water under the vehicle

When the air conditioning is used for a long time, water may be seen dripping from under the vehicle.

This is normal and is caused by condensation of water vapour.