2889439 - E6020 AIR CONDITIONING - Description (Air Conditioner)

Description

The vehicle climate control system involves a duct/distributor unit with a heater. The air conditioning system includes the heater and has the function of producing cold, dehumidified air by switching on the compressor and the refrigeration system

The climate control is operated by acting on the three knobs in the dashboard:

• the left knob mechanically controls the mixture flap between hot and cold air;
• the right knob, mechanically operated via a cable, controls the opening of the flaps which regulate the distribution of air flows;
• the centre knob electrically controls the air ventilation at four different speeds; two versions are available: a three speed and a four speed one.

The air recirculation button and the button for switching on the air conditioning compressor at located in the lower part of the control pane. (  See E6021  COMPRESSOR ENGAGEMENT ). For more details,  see DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION: 5040  AIR CONDITIONING CASING AND COMPONENTSThe control panel is lit up when the side lights are on.The fan circuit is protected by a specific fuse, in the junction unit, controlled by the passenger compartment air fan relay, located in the duct/distributor uni.The fan only operates when the ignition is switched ON.