Volvo S40 Automobile User Manual


 
03 Climate control
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General information on climate control
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ECC (option)
Actual temperature
The temperature you select corresponds to
the physical experience with reference to
factors such as air speed, humidity and solar
radiation in and around the car.
Sensor location
The sun sensor is on the top side of the
dashboard.
The temperature sensor for the passenger
compartment is behind the climate control
panel.
Side windows and sunroof
To ensure that the air conditioning works sat-
isfactorily, close all side windows and the
sunroof (if fitted).
Acceleration
The air conditioning system switches off
temporarily at full throttle. You may feel a
temporary rise in temperature.
Vents in parcel shelf
Condensation
In warm weather, condensation from the air
conditioning system may drip under the car.
This is normal.
NOTE
Do not cover or block the sensors with
clothing or other objects.
NOTE
Do not cover the cargo area vents in the
parcel shelf with clothing or other objects.