Heating and ventilation panel:
1 – fan operation mode switch;
2 – ventilation mode selection knob;
3 - air temperature adjustment knob;
4 - switch for selecting the air intake mode.
Fan mode switch
The switch is designed to turn the fan on and off and select its rotational speed. The fan speed and therefore the amount of airflow coming from the ventilation system can be changed manually by turning the switch between the positions "1" And "4".
Fan mode switch
Air intake mode selection switch
The switch is designed to switch ventilation modes between outdoor air intake and recirculation mode.
Air intake mode selection switch
Fresh air intake mode
Outside air enters the passenger compartment and is heated or cooled depending on the selection of other functions.
Air recirculation mode
The air inside the vehicle is recirculated and heated or cooled depending on the selection of other functions.
Warning! Using the air recirculation mode for a long time may cause the windshield and side windows to fog up and the air inside the vehicle to become stale. Moreover, running the air conditioner in recirculated air mode for a long time can cause the air inside the vehicle to become too dry.
Ventilation mode selection
The ventilation mode selection knob is used to select the airflow direction.
To the head area
The air flow through the deflectors enters the upper part of the car.
To the area of the legs / head
Air enters through the deflectors into the upper part of the car interior and into the leg area. This allows warm air to flow through the vents to the feet at the same time, rather than heated or slightly heated air through the vents to the upper cabin.
To the leg area
Air enters only in the leg area.
To the leg area / to the windshield and side window heating vents.
Air enters through the deflectors in the leg area, as well as to the windshield and door windows. When choosing a mode (to the windshield and side window heating vents) the air conditioner will turn on automatically.
To the windshield and side window heating deflectors.
Air through the deflectors enters only the windshield and glass doors of the car. When choosing a mode (to the windshield and side window heating vents) the air conditioner will turn on automatically.
Air temperature adjustment knob
The knob is used to turn the heater on and off and select the desired air temperature.
Air temperature adjustment knob
Heater control knobs
For normal operation of the heater, set the air intake mode selection switch to the outside air intake mode and the ventilation mode selection knob to the position (to the leg area) .
Heater control knobs
For faster heating, set the air intake mode selection switch to air recirculation mode
If the windows fog up, set the ventilation mode selection knob to the position (to the windshield and side window heating vents) (the air conditioner will automatically turn on), and the air intake mode selection switch to the outdoor air intake mode .
For maximum heat, set the air temperature control to the Warm position (Hot air).
Air supply mode in the leg / head area
The mode of air supply to the legs / head area allows simultaneously warm air to be supplied through the deflectors to the legs, and slightly heated air through the deflectors to the upper part of the cabin. To enable this mode, set the knobs to the following positions:
The position of the handles in the mode of air supply to the legs / head area
– set the air intake mode selection switch to the outdoor air intake mode ;
– set the ventilation mode selection knob to the position (in the area of the legs / head) ;
– set the air temperature control knob between the Cool (Cold air) and Warm (Hot air).
Ventilation mode
To turn on the ventilation system, set the knobs to the following positions:
The position of the handles in ventilation mode
– set the air intake mode selection switch to the outdoor air intake mode ;
– to direct all the air flow through the heated windscreen and side windows, set the ventilation mode selection knob to the position (to the head area) ;
– use the fan operation mode switch to select the desired fan speed;
– set the air temperature control knob between the Cool (Cold air) and Warm (Hot air).
Central deflector
The central vents of the ventilation system are located in the center of the instrument panel.
To change the direction of the air flow, turn the control knob located in the middle of the central vent to the desired position.
Directions of movement of the control knob of the central deflector
Side deflector
Side deflectors are located at the edges of the instrument panel. To change the direction of the airflow, turn the control knob located in the middle of the side deflector to the desired position.
Directions of movement of the side deflector control knob
Frost/condensate removal (fogging)
Use this mode to remove frost or condensation (fogging).
The position of the handles in the defrost / condensation mode (fogging)
To remove frost or condensation (fogging) from the inside of the windshield:
– set the air intake mode selection switch to the outdoor air intake mode to position ;
– set the ventilation mode selection knob to the position for the windshield and side window heating vents (the air conditioner will automatically turn on);
– set the air temperature adjustment knob to the desired position;
– set the fan operation mode switch between positions "1" And "4".
To remove frost or condensation (fogging) from the outside of the windshield:
– set the air intake mode selection switch to the outdoor air intake mode ;
– set the ventilation mode selection knob to the position (to the windshield and side window heating vents) (the air conditioner will automatically turn on);
– set the air temperature control knob to the Warm position (Hot air);
– set the fan operation mode switch to position 3 or 4.
Tips for managing your ventilation system
To prevent dust or unwanted odors from entering the vehicle interior, temporarily set the air intake mode selection switch to the air recirculation mode .
To keep the air in the car fresh, remember to return the air intake mode selection switch to the outdoor air intake mode .
This contributes to the cheerfulness and comfort of the driver.
Air for the heating/cooling system is supplied through grilles located directly in front of the windshield. Keep these grills free of leaves, snow, ice or other foreign objects.
Air conditioner switch
The air conditioner is turned on by pressing the air conditioner switch on the heater/air conditioner control panel.
Air conditioner switch
Air conditioner operation
Cooling
Using the air conditioner to cool the air inside the car:
The location of the handles when the air conditioner is in cooling mode
– turning the switch of fan operation modes, turn off the fan;
– Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the air conditioner switch. At the same time, the control lamp for turning on the air conditioner will light up in the instrument cluster;
– set the air intake mode selection switch to the outdoor air intake mode ;
– set the air temperature control knob to the Cool position (Cold air). This position provides maximum air cooling. The temperature of the air entering the passenger compartment can be changed by moving the knob towards the Warn position (Hot air);
– select the desired fan speed with the fan operation mode switch. For maximum cooling, turn the fan mode switch to one of the highest speeds, or temporarily set the air intake mode selection switch to the air recirculation mode .
Dehumidifying heating
For dehumidifying heating, follow these steps:
The location of the handles when the air conditioner is operating in the dehumidifying heating mode
– by turning the fan mode switch, turn on the fan. Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the air conditioner switch. At the same time, the control lamp for turning on the air conditioner will light up in the instrument cluster;
– set the air intake mode selection switch to the outdoor air intake mode ;
– set the ventilation mode selection knob to the position in the head area ;
– use the fan operation mode switch to select the desired fan speed;
– to speed up the process, turn the fan operation mode switch to the position of one of the highest speeds;
– set the desired temperature with the air temperature adjustment knob.
Air Conditioning Control Tips
If the air inside the car is too hot, open all windows for a few minutes to cool the air inside the car.
When the air conditioner is running, all windows must be closed to prevent warm air from entering the vehicle interior.
When the vehicle is moving slowly, such as in a traffic jam, shift to a lower gear. This will increase the engine speed, which in turn will increase the A/C compressor speed.
On steep slopes, turn off the air conditioner to prevent the engine from overheating.
In winter, or when the air conditioner is not used regularly, turn on the air conditioner once a month for a few minutes. This prevents deterioration of the lubrication of the internal parts of the compressor and keeps the A/C system in good condition.