What do the A and M in BMW's air circulation system mean?

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StLawson
07/30/25 7:50am
BMW's internal circulation A and M are two modes of in-car air circulation: 1. A stands for automatic internal/external circulation, which automatically determines whether internal or external circulation is needed based on the air quality inside the car; 2. M stands for internal circulation. The car's external circulation mainly serves a ventilation function, so this mode should be activated when the air inside the car becomes stale. Additional information: The difference between internal and external circulation is the closing of the air intake channel. Internal circulation should be activated under certain special conditions, such as when driving in underground garages or through sandy areas where external air is polluted. However, even if the outside air remains poor, it's necessary to periodically switch circulation modes to introduce fresh air into the cabin.
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