Air distribution question - BMW 1-Series Forum (F20) 135i

Koalway Kid · 06-05-2012, 05:17 PM

I've recently noticed that the passenger side air distribution button is missing the windscreen option? I only have middle, foot well or both combined to select from.... But no windscreen!

Is this normal? Im confused....

fullkoll · 06-06-2012, 02:00 AM

Same on mine - can´t understand why...?

iBeech · 06-06-2012, 02:39 AM

i noticed this- but didnt think anything of it. i just keep it on auto

would be nice if anyone knew why though?

Brucedog · 06-06-2012, 02:51 AM

It's because when you set the air distribution to the windscreen the vents open for the whole screen so therefore the is no point have this option for the passenger.

Fanis · 06-06-2012, 02:54 AM

That is how it works...the windscreen option is only available for the driver's side climate control (but it works for both passengers). I guess it is because the windscreen vent is common for both passengers.

Superspeed · 06-06-2012, 02:59 AM

In my car the button shows the same distribution possibilities on both sides.
I have got the automatic air conditioning. Maybe that is the explanation in case you have the manual version.

pista · 06-06-2012, 03:03 AM

does the f20 in europe have the auto climate control in standard option?

eezzee · 06-06-2012, 03:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pista

does the f20 in europe have the auto climate control in standard option?

No, it's a cost option. Manual air condition is standard.

Fanis · 06-06-2012, 03:36 AM

The button shows the same options, but when you press the 2 buttons, the one on the drivers side displays one more option (windscreen option) when you press it.

iBeech · 06-06-2012, 03:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eezzee

No, it's a cost option. Manual air condition is standard.

it is standard on M-Sport

biologic · 06-06-2012, 04:01 AM

Guys, it is only logical.
You don't vent half the windshield, do you?
And it is something the driver decides about, right?
A bimmer won't let the lady take control of the car

DirtRoad · 06-06-2012, 04:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pista

does the f20 in europe have the auto climate control in standard option?

Depends on where in Europe you buy it. In Finland, it's standard on all models.

Superspeed · 06-06-2012, 04:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by biologic

Guys, it is only logical.
You don't vent half the windshield, do you?

You nailed it!

Jessen · 06-06-2012, 04:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eezzee

Quote:

Originally Posted by pista

does the f20 in europe have the auto climate control in standard option?

No, it's a cost option. Manual air condition is standard.

I got it standard on my sport line in norway

Koalway Kid · 06-06-2012, 06:05 AM

Thanks guys.... I think I've had an answer to my question now.... And my car isn't defective

Still odd tho.... My previous beemers had all three options on both sides!

Pieter90 · 06-06-2012, 07:49 AM

Maybe this is only for 1-series and 3-series+ have all three options on both sides

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Fanis Lieutenant Drives: 116i (F20) Auto Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Athens, Greece Posts: 439 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 116i (F20) [5.00]	That is how it works...the windscreen option is only available for the driver's side climate control (but it works for both passengers). I guess it is because the windscreen vent is common for both passengers. __________________ 2011- : BMW 116i (F20) 2009-11: BMW Z4 2.5si (E85) 2007-09: Mini Cooper S (R56) 2005-07: BMW 325ti (E46) 2004-05: BMW 318i (E36)

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06-06-2012, 03:36 AM	#9
Fanis Lieutenant Drives: 116i (F20) Auto Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Athens, Greece Posts: 439 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 BMW 116i (F20) [5.00]	The button shows the same options, but when you press the 2 buttons, the one on the drivers side displays one more option (windscreen option) when you press it. __________________ 2011- : BMW 116i (F20) 2009-11: BMW Z4 2.5si (E85) 2007-09: Mini Cooper S (R56) 2005-07: BMW 325ti (E46) 2004-05: BMW 318i (E36)

06-06-2012, 02:00 AM	#2
fullkoll Enlisted Member Drives: F20 / 118dA Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: North of Sweden Posts: 49 iTrader: (0)	Same on mine - can´t understand why...?

06-06-2012, 02:51 AM	#4
Brucedog New Member Drives: 520d Se Join Date: May 2012 Location: Northampton Uk Posts: 22 iTrader: (0)	It's because when you set the air distribution to the windscreen the vents open for the whole screen so therefore the is no point have this option for the passenger.

06-06-2012, 03:03 AM	#7
pista New Member Drives: F20 Join Date: May 2012 Location: HK Posts: 12 iTrader: (0)	does the f20 in europe have the auto climate control in standard option?

06-06-2012, 04:01 AM	#11
biologic New Member Drives: F20 118i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Istanbul, Turkey Posts: 28 iTrader: (0)	Guys, it is only logical. You don't vent half the windshield, do you? And it is something the driver decides about, right? A bimmer won't let the lady take control of the car

06-06-2012, 06:05 AM	#15
Koalway Kid Koalway Kid 69 Drives: BMW 120D Sport (f20) Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Gloucestershire Posts: 246 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 120D Sport ... [4.25]	Thanks guys.... I think I've had an answer to my question now.... And my car isn't defective Still odd tho.... My previous beemers had all three options on both sides! __________________ 120D Sport (F20) Bk Sapphire/Coral Red/Piano trim/Sport Seats/18” 385 wheels/ Sport 8 speed step auto/Park Assist/Internet/Office/3D Nav/DAB radio/ Harmon Kardon/M Sport suspension/Anthracite headlining/ Driver comfort package/Interior comfort package/ Visibility package/Sun protection package/BMW Pro Media package/Variable m sport steering/PDC

06-06-2012, 07:49 AM	#16
Pieter90 Enlisted Member Drives: BMW 118d (2008) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Belgium, Ninove Posts: 48 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 BMW 116d ED Sp ... [0.00]	Maybe this is only for 1-series and 3-series+ have all three options on both sides

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