Mercedes-Benz 2013 C Class Sedan - Manual (Page 133)

Notes on using 3-zone automatic
climate control
Automatic climate control
The following contains instructions and
recommendations to enable you to get the
most out of your automatic climate control.
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Activate climate control using the à and
¿ buttons. The indicator lamps in the
à and ¿ buttons light up.
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In automatic mode, you can also use the
ñ button to adjust airflow (FOCUS/
MEDIUM/DIFFUSE). The MEDIUM level is
recommended.
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Set the temperature to 72 ‡ (22 †).
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Only use the "windshield defrosting"
function briefly until the windshield is clear
again.
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Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g.
if there are unpleasant outside odors or
when in a tunnel. The windows could
otherwise fog up, since no fresh air is drawn
into the vehicle in air-recirculation mode.
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Use the ZONE function to adopt the
temperature settings on the driver's side
for the front-passenger side and the rear
compartment as well. The indicator lamp in
the á button goes out.
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Use the residual heat function if you want
to heat or ventilate the vehicle interior
when the ignition is switched off. The
residual heat function can only be activated
or deactivated with the ignition switched
off.
ECO start/stop function
During automatic engine switch-off, the ECO
start/stop function only operates at a
reduced capacity. If you require the full
climate control output, you can switch off the
ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO
button (
Y page 146).
i The ECO start/stop function is not
available on AMG vehicles.
Operating the climate control
systems
Switching climate control on/off
Points to observe before use
When the climate control is switched off, the
air supply and air circulation are also
switched off. Only use this setting for a brief
period. The windows could otherwise fog up.
Only switch off climate control briefly to
prevent the windows from fogging up.
i Switch on climate control primarily using
the à button ( Y page 132).
Activating/deactivating
X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock ( Y page 141).
X To activate: press the à button.
The indicator lamp in the à button lights
up. Airflow and air distribution are set to
automatic mode.
or
X Press the ^ button.
The indicator lamp in the ^ button goes
out. The previously selected settings are
restored.
X To deactivate: press the ^ button.
The indicator lamp in the ^ button lights
up.
Activating/deactivating cooling with
air dehumidification
Points to observe before use
If you switch off the cooling function, the
vehicle will not be cooled when weather
conditions are warm. The windows can fog up
more quickly. Only deactivate the cooling
with air dehumidification function for a short
time to prevent the windows from fogging up.
The cooling with air dehumidification function
is only available when the engine is running.
The air inside the vehicle is cooled and
Operating the climate control systems
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