The IAQS air quality sensor monitors increased levels of contaminants in the outside air and if contaminants are detected, the air intake closes and the air inside the passenger compartment is recirculated, i.e., no outside air enters the vehicle. The filter also cleans recirculated passenger compartment air.
Note
- The air quality sensor should always be engaged in order to obtain the best air in the passenger compartment.
- Recirculation is limited in cold weather to avoid fogging.
- If the insides of the windows start fogging, disengage the air quality sensor. Use the defroster function to increase airflow to the front, side, and rear windows.
Activating/deactivating IAQS
To change the setting for IAQS activation/deactivation:
In the center display's Settings view, go to Climate.
Activate/deactivate IAQS by selecting/deselecting the Air Quality Sensor box.