The air quality sensor can be switched on or off.
- Open Climate view in the center display by swiping upwards in Home view.
- Tap Settings in the Climate view.
- Select the desired setting under Air quality sensor to activate/deactivate the air quality sensor.
Air Quality app
- The Air Quality app is a service that visualizes the measured concentration of airborne particulate matter inside and outside the vehicle over time.
- A climate sensor measures the concentration of PM2.5 particles (particles smaller than 2.5 µm) in the passenger compartment. The content of contaminants outside the vehicle is provided by an external service and is based on modeled data.
Air purification*
- Air purification is used to improve the air quality in the passenger compartment before driving.
- It is only possible to activate air purification manually from the center display, but the function is also started automatically when preconditioning has finished.
- The function uses the ventilation system to blow fresh air into the passenger compartment and then circulates the air through the climate system’s passenger compartment air filter.
- The particulate matter (PM2.5) content can be monitored in the Air quality app during the air purification cycle.
Air quality
The materials used in the passenger compartment and air filtering system have been selected to ensure a high level of air quality in the passenger compartment.
Materials used in the passenger compartment
- The materials in the passenger compartment are designed to be pleasant and comfortable, even for people with asthma or allergies.
- The materials have been developed and tested to reduce dust in the passenger compartment and make it easier to keep clean.
- The mats in both the passenger compartment and trunk can be easily removed for cleaning.
- Use Polestar-recommended cleaning agents and vehicle care products to clean the interior.
Air filtering systems
In addition to the passenger compartment filter, the Clean Zone Interior Package and Interior Air Quality System also help maintain high air quality in the passenger compartment.
Clean Zone Interior Package
Clean Zone Interior Package (CZIP) is a series of modifications that filters even more allergy and asthma-inducing substances from the passenger compartment.
CZIP includes the following:
- An enhanced function that starts the blower when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote key. The blower will then fill the passenger compartment with fresh air. The function starts when required and switches off automatically after a period of time or when one of the passenger compartment doors is opened. The amount of time the blower runs gradually decreases due to reduced need up until the vehicle is 4 years old.
- The fully automatic Interior Air Quality System (IAQS).
CleanZone
The CleanZone function monitors the conditions affecting good air quality in the passenger compartment and indicates whether they are fulfilled or not.
If the conditions are not met, the text CleanZone will be shown in white in Climate view. When all the conditions are met, the text will change to blue.
If the conditions are not met, the text CleanZone will be shown in white in Climate view. When all the conditions are met, the text will change to blue.
The following conditions must be met:
- All doors and trunk lid are closed.
- All side windows are closed.
- The Interior Air Quality System is activated.
- The blower is activated.
- Air recirculation is deactivated.
NOTE
CleanZone does not indicate that the air quality is good, but only that the conditions for good air quality have been met.
Interior Air Quality System
- Interior Air Quality System (IAQS) is a fully automatic air quality system that removes gases and particles to reduce odors and contaminants in the passenger compartment.
- IAQS is part of the Clean Zone Interior Package (CZIP) and removes air contaminants such as particles, hydrocarbons, nitric oxides and ground-level ozone.
- If the system’s air quality sensors detect contaminants in the outside air, the air intake closes and air recirculation is activated.
NOTE
- To ensure optimal air quality in the passenger compartment, the air quality sensor should always be engaged.
- Recirculation is limited in cold weather to prevent fogging.
- In the event of fogging, use the defroster functions for the windshield, side windows and rear window.
Passenger compartment air filter
All air entering the passenger compartment through the climate control system intake is filtered.
Replacing the passenger compartment filter
To maintain the high performance of the climate control system, the filter must be replaced regularly. Follow Polestar’s service program for recommended replacement intervals. When driving in areas with a lot of smog, dust, etc., the filter may need to be changed more frequently.
NOTE
There are two types of passenger compartment filters. Make sure that the correct filter is installed.
Starting and stopping air purification
Air purification improves the air quality in the passenger compartment before driving. The function is activated in the center display.
- Open Climate view in the center display by swiping upwards in Home view.
- Tap Parking.
- Tap Start air purification to direct-start air purification.
NOTE
Air purification* starts automatically when preconditioning is completed.