Information and advice on use

Advice on use

In some situations (air conditioning off, air recirculation activated, ventilation speed at zero or low etc.), you may notice that condensation starts to form on the windows and windscreen.

If there is condensation, use the "Clear View" function to remove it, then use the air conditioning in automatic mode to stop it forming again.

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Do not add anything to the vehicle’s ventilation circuit (for example, to remove bad odours).

There is a risk of damage or of fire.

Consumption

It is normal to notice an increase in energy usage when the air conditioning is operating.

Advice for reducing consumption and helping to preserve the environment

Drive with the air vents open and the windows closed. If the vehicle has been parked in the sun, open the doors for a few moments to let the hot air escape before starting the engine.

Maintenance

Refer to the maintenance document for your vehicle for the inspection frequency.

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Use the air conditioning system regularly, even in cold weather, running it at least once a month for approximately 5 minutes.

Operating faults

As a general rule, contact your approved dealer in the event of an operating fault.

  • Reduction in de-icing, demisting or air conditioning performance.

This may be caused by the cabin filter cartridge becoming clogged.

  • No cold air is being produced.

Check that the controls are set correctly and that the fuses are sound. Otherwise, switch off the system.

tip

The vehicle's air conditioning system is also used to cool the traction battery. A prolonged drop in air conditioning efficiency may lead to premature deterioration of the traction battery.

Presence of water under the vehicle

After prolonged use of the air conditioning system, it is normal for water to be present under the vehicle. This is caused by condensation.

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Do not open the refrigerant circuit. The fluid may damage eyes or skin.

Refrigerant fluid

The refrigerant fluid circuit (of which some components are hermetically sealed) may contain fluorinated greenhouse gases.

Depending on the vehicle, you will find the following information on label A affixed inside the engine compartment.

The presence and location of the information on label A may vary depending on the vehicle.

Type of refrigerant fluid

(XXX) Type of oil in the air conditioning circuit

Inflammable product

Consult the vehicle user manual

Maintenance

x.xxx kg

(1) Quantity of refrigerant fluid present in the vehicle.

GWP xxxxx

(2) Global Warming Potential (CO2 equivalent).

CO2 eq x.xxxt

(3) Quantity in weight and in CO2 equivalent.

Additional information

Depending on label and depending on the type of refrigerant:

Refrigerant fluid R-1234yf

  • (1) 1,050 kg
  • (2) GWP 0,501
  • (3) 0.0005 t
warning

Do not open the refrigerant circuit. The fluid may damage eyes or skin.

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Before carrying out any action in the engine compartment, you must switch off the ignition Starting, stopping the engine.