BMW 3: Automatic climate control - adjusting the air flow manually
Concept
The air flow for climate control can be adjusted manually.
General information
To adjust the air flow manually switch off AUTO program first.
Operation
Press the lower or upper side of
the
button: decrease or increase air flow.
The selected air flow is shown on the climate control display.
The air flow may be reduced automatically to save battery power.
Adjusting the air distribution manually
Concept
The air distribution for climate control can be adjusted manually.
Operation
Press the button repeatedly to
select a
program:
- Windows, upper body region, and floor area.
- Upper body region and floor area.
- Floor area.
- Windows and floor area.
- Windows.
- Windows and upper body.
- Upper body region.
The selected air distribution is shown on the climate control display.
Defrosting windshield and remove condensation
Concept
Ice and condensation are quickly removed from the windshield and the front side windows.
Switching on/off
Press the button.
The LED is illuminated with the system switched on.
The air flow can be adjusted manually with the system switched on.
If there is any window
condensation,
press the button or switch on the air
conditioning. Make sure that air can flow to the
windshield.
Rear window defroster
Press the button. The LED lights
up.
The function is available with the engine running.
The rear window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time.
Microfilter
The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air.
Have this filter changed during vehicle maintenance.
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Overview
Buttons in the vehicle
Climate control functions
Temperature.
Recirculated-air mode.
Maximum cooling.
AUTO program.
Air flow, manual.
Switching off.
Air distribution, manual.
Defrost and
Temperature
Concept
The automatic climate control achieves the set
temperature as quickly as possible, if needed, by
using the maximum cooling or heating capacity,
and then keeps it constant.
Adjusting
Press the
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System limits
Detection range
The detection capacity of the system and the
automatic braking capacity are limited.
Two-wheeled vehicles for instance might not be
detected.
Deceleration
The system does not decelerate in the following
situations:
For pedestrians or similarly slow-moving road
users.
For red tr
System limits
Certain noises can be detected and may lead
to problems. Keep the doors, windows, and
glass sunroof closed.
Noises from the front passenger or the rear
seat bench can impair the system. Avoid
making other noise in the vehicle while
speaking.
Major language dialects can cause problems
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