How to Turn on the Air Conditioning in the New Lavida?
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Depress the brake pedal to start the engine, then turn the key to the ST position to start the engine until the idle speed stabilizes. Turn the fan speed knob to the far right for maximum airflow, then rotate the temperature control knob to the left to activate the cooling mode. Press the A/C button to turn on the compressor. Press the recirculation button to activate the interior air recirculation mode.
When I first started getting familiar with cars, operating the air conditioning in the new Lavida felt a bit unfamiliar, but it's actually quite straightforward. First, start the car engine, then locate the air conditioning control area on the center console—usually there's a fan button or knob, just press it to activate the fan. To get cool air, don’t forget to press the A/C button with the little snowflake icon—this is key. If it's the automatic air conditioning version, it's best to press the AUTO button, as the system will automatically control the airflow. You just need to rotate the large temperature knob next to it to set your desired temperature, like around 25°C for a comfortable level. I find the Lavida's design very user-friendly, so even beginners won’t feel flustered. Here’s a small tip: if the car is hot when you first start driving, you can turn on the recirculation mode to keep the air circulating inside the cabin—this cools it down faster and saves energy. After a while, switch back to fresh air mode to maintain air quality. Also, remember to clean the air filter regularly to prevent dust buildup, which helps the system run more efficiently. Overall, the whole process takes just over a minute—simple and practical.
