How to turn on the cold air in a Mercedes-Benz C260?
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Turn on the AC button and adjust the temperature control to the blue position. For automatic air conditioning, you can set a specific temperature. Then press the AUTO button, and the automatic air conditioning will adjust the interior temperature accordingly. You can also adjust the position of the air vents. According to the principle of air convection, hot air rises while cold air descends.
On my Mercedes-Benz C260, turning on the cold air is actually a small trick. First, start the car to ensure the engine is running so the air conditioning can work. Then look at the center console panel, find the temperature control knob, turn it counterclockwise to the left, and set it to a relatively low temperature, such as between 18 to 20 degrees. This way, the system knows you want cold air. The Mercedes air conditioning is automatic—it usually starts the compressor to cool automatically. However, I prefer pressing the AC button (usually marked with a blue icon or a snowflake) to ensure the cooling function is activated. Wait for about half a minute to a minute, and the hot air inside the car will be replaced with cold air. If the weather is particularly hot, I recommend opening the windows for a few seconds to ventilate and expel the hot air before closing them. This helps cool the car faster and saves energy. Remember not to set the temperature too low—keeping it in a comfortable range saves fuel and is healthier. The Mercedes C260 responds quickly, and daily operation is as simple as a gentle turn.
