Air Distribution System: RECIRCULATION

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The recirculation damper regulates the amount of incoming fresh air. The recirculation function makes it possible to prevent outside air from entering the passenger compartment, for example when the ambient air is contaminated with exhaust fumes, smoke, etc. This function can also be used for rapid heating or cooling of the passenger compartment.

If the recirculation function is used for an extended period, the air humidity in the passenger compartment increases. This is because of the humidity of the expelled breath of the passengers. This can result in mist on the windows. The recirculation function has a timer function to eliminate the risk of misting.

When the controls are in the Maximum cooling position all the air is taken from the passenger compartment. This produces more rapid cooling of the passenger compartment air.

In vehicles with an air quality system (AQS), the transition to recirculation takes place automatically if the level of contaminants in the outside air increases, when the system is in the AUTO mode.