How to turn on the air conditioning cooling in BMW X5?

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CassandraDella
07/24/25 10:16am
There is a large round knob on the center console inside the car. The blue color represents cold air, while the red color represents warm air, and the middle position represents a moderate temperature. Turn the knob towards the blue side to adjust, then press the AC switch. When you want warm air, turn it towards the red side.
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AlexanderRose
08/11/25 5:25am
When activating the air conditioning cooling in my BMW X5, I typically approach it from a daily driving perspective. First, I start the engine upon entering the car, as the cooling system won't function otherwise. On the center console, there's a clearly positioned climate control panel where I locate and press the A/C button - the illuminated indicator confirms cooling activation. I then use the large rotary knob to lower the temperature, say from the default 24°C down to around 18°C, while adjusting fan speed via adjacent buttons. I prefer AUTO mode, allowing the system to automatically manage airflow volume and direction, eliminating constant manual adjustments. During scorching summers, refreshing cool air becomes noticeable within minutes - remarkably comfortable. BMW's climate system responds exceptionally fast with user-friendly design. A reminder to periodically check filters prevents odors, making operation both simple and safe.
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