During a long period of disuse
The air conditioning should be operated for at least five minutes each week, even in cold weather. This is to prevent poor lubrication of the compressor internal parts, and to maintain the air conditioning in the best operating condition.
If this procedure is not followed, the system may emit an unusual odour. This is not a fault in the system.
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During cold weather
To ensure proper operation of the washers at low temperatures, use a fluid containing
an anti–freezing agent. ...
Except for vehicles equipped with rain sensor
The windscreen wiper and washer can be operated with the ignition switch in the
“ON” or “ACC” position.
If the blades are frozen to the windscreen, do not operate the wipers until the
ice ...