Get Air conditioning Guide for Seat Ibiza SUV Fifth Generation (2018-2026)

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Air conditioning

output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is only available

when the engine has reached its operating temperature.

Heating

Blower

Controls

B

^{The air flow can be set at four speeds with switch}A^{. The blower should}

always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.

Air distribution

C

^ControlA ^{for setting the flow of air in the required direction.}

 – Air distribution towards the windscreen. Air recirculation is, for safety

reasons, not possible in this position.

 – Air distribution to the upper body.

 – Air distribution to footwell

 – Air distribution to the windscreen and the footwell.

Air recirculation mode 

Fig. 85 On the dash

panel: Heater controls

D



Air recirculation A on (button symbol

in the outside air from entering the vehicle interior, for example when driving

through a tunnel or queuing in traffic ⇒

lights up) prevents strong odours

.

A

C

B

–

Using the controls ⇒ ^{fig. 85}A ^andA ^{and with the switch}A

you can set the temperature, air distribution and the blower

When the outside temperature is low, using air recirculation mode provides

more effective heating by heating air from the vehicle interior instead of cold

air from outside.

speed.

D

^{Press the button}A ^{to switch air recirculation mode on or off. A}

button is illuminated by a yellow lamp for as long as the function

is switched on.

WARNING

•

For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with

snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarize

yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,

including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.

Temperature

A

^{The switch}A ^{sets the temperature. The required temperature inside the}

vehicle cannot be lower than the ambient temperature. Maximum heat

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–

Set the airflow to the desired direction using air distribution

WARNING (continued)

C

^controlA^.

•

In air recirculation mode, no ambient air enters the vehicle interior. The

Open the relevant air outlets.

windows can quickly fog over if the heating is switched off. Therefore, you

should never leave the air recirculation mode switched on for longer

periods, as this increases the risk of an accident.

Heating the interior

A

–

Turn the temperature selector ⇒ ^{fig. 86}A ^{clockwise to select}

the required temperature.

Note

•

Please observe the general notes ⇒ page 121.

7

–

^{Turn blower switch}A ^{to speed settings 1-4.}

Set the airflow to the desired direction using air distribution

C

^controlA^.

Vehicle ventilation or heating

–

Open the relevant air outlets.

Defrosting the windscreen

A

–

Turn the temperature selector ⇒ ^{fig. 86}A ^{clockwise to the}

maximum temperature.

B

–

^{Turn the blower switch}A ^{to setting 4.}

Set air distribution to .

3

^{Close outlet}A^.

4

^{Open and turn outlet}A^{towards side windows}

Fig. 86 On the dash

panel: Heater controls

Demisting the windscreen and the side windows

A

–

Turn the temperature selector ⇒ ^{fig. 86}A ^{to the heating zone.}

Ventilating the passenger compartment

7

^{Turn blower switch}A ^{to speed settings 2-3.}

1

–

Turn the temperature selector ⇒ ^{fig. 86}A ^{anti-clockwise.}

Set air distribution to .

7

^{Turn blower switch}A ^{to speed settings 1}-4.

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Heating system

3

–

^{Close outlets}A.

Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is

only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature.

4

^{Open and turn outlets}A^{towards side windows}.

C

^{When the windows are demisted and as a preventive measure, the switch}A

can be set in position , thus obtaining geater comfort while preventing the

windows from misting again.

Note

Remember that the temperature of the engine coolant should be optimum to

ensure that the heating system functions correctly ( except in vehicles fitted

with additional heating*)

Air outlets

Fig. 87 Air vent

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C

^{Air distribution}A

Semiautomatic air conditioning (Climatic)

Switch on symbol

Main air output through outlets:

Controls

1,2



5







3

1, 2, 5

3, 4

4

^{The outlets}A^andA ^{can be closed or opened separately and the air flow}

directed according to need.

Outlet closed: operating lever in vertical position.

Outlet open: operating lever in horizontal position.

Fig. 88 On the instru-

ment panel: air condi-

tioner controls

Swivelling the outlet with the operating lever, it is possible to direct the air

output as desired.

The air conditioning system only works when the engine is running

and the blower is switched on.

A

C

B

–

Using the controls ⇒ ^{fig. 88}A ^andA ^{and with the switch}A

you can set the temperature, air distribution and the blower

speed.

D

–

^{To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button}A^or

E

A^{. When the function is activated, a warning light on the button}

comes on.

A

A Temperature selector ⇒ page 117

B

A ^{Blower control. There are four speed settings for the blower. The blower}

should always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.

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117

C

A ^{Air distribution control}⇒ page 117

Heating of the vehicle interior

D



A Air recirculation button

⇒ page 118

AC

(the

–

Disconnect the cooling system using button ⇒ fig. 89

button light goes off).

E

AC

A ^Button

– Coolant on button ⇒ page 117

A

–

^{Turn the temperature selector}A^{to set the desired temperature.}

We recommend 22°C .

WARNING

For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with

snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarize

yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,

including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.

–

Turn the blower switch to one of the settings 1-4.

C

^{Use the air distribution control}A ^{to guide the flow of air in the}





required direction:

(to the windscreen),

(to the upper



body),

footwell).



(to the footwell) and

(to the windscreen and to the

Note

Please observe the general notes .

Cooling the passenger compartment

AC

(the button light

–

Connect the cooling system with button

should light up).

Vehicle interior heating or cooling system

–

Turn the temperature control switch until the desired interior

temperature is obtained.

–

Turn the blower switch to one of the settings 1-4.

Use the air distribution control to guide the flow of air in the





required direction:

(to the windscreen),

(to the upper



body),

foot well).



(to the foot well) and

(to the windscreen and to the

Heating system

Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is

only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature.

Fig. 89 On the instru-

ment panel: air condi-

tioner controls

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Cooling system

For reasons of safety, air recirculation is not possible when the control for air

distribution is set to the windscreen setting .

When the cooling system is switched on, not only the temperature, but also

the air humidity in the vehicle interior is reduced. This improves comfort for

the vehicle occupants and prevents misting of the windows when the outside

air humidity is high.

WARNING

In air recirculation mode, no ambient air enters the vehicle interior. If the

air conditioning system is switched off, the windows can quickly mist over.

Therefore, you should never leave the air recirculation mode switched on

for longer periods, as this increases the risk of an accident.

If the cooling system cannot be switched on this may be due to the following

reasons:

•

the engine is not running.

The blower is switched off.

The outside temperature is lower than approx. +5°C.

the cooling system compressor has been temporarily switched off

Note

When reverse gear is engaged the air recirculation connects automatically to

prevent the entrance of exhaust fumes in the vehicle on travelling backwards.

because the engine coolant temperature is too high.



The control light on the button

does not light up.

•

The air conditioner fuse is faulty.

Another fault in the vehicle. Have the air conditioner checked by a quali-

fied workshop.

Economic use of the air conditioning

When the air conditioning is switched on, the compressor consumes engine

power and has an effect on fuel consumption. Observe the following points

in order to have the equipment operating for a short a time as possible.



Air recirculation

Air recirculation mode prevents fumes or unpleasant smells

from entering the vehicle.

•

If the vehicle interior has overheated due to excessive solar radiation, it is

best to open the windows or doors to allow the hot air to escape.

When travelling the air conditioning should not be switched on if the

windows or sun roof are open.*



When air recirculation mode is switched on (button ⇒ page 117, fig. 89

with warning lamp) strong odours in the outside air do not enter the vehicle

•

interior, for example when passing through a tunnel or in queuing traffic.

When the outside temperature is low, using air recirculation mode provides

more effective heating by heating air from the vehicle interior instead of cold

air from outside.

When the outside temperature is high, using air recirculation mode provides

more effective cooling by cooling air from the vehicle interior instead of warm

air from outside.

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Climatronic

Control switches

Fig. 90 On the instrument panel: Climatronic controls

5

A ^{Air recirculation display:}

The air conditioning system only works when the engine is running

and the blower is switched on.

6

A ^{Display for air flow direction}

7

A ^{Display AUTO}^{(automatic operation)}

10

Turn the temperature selector ⇒ ^{fig. 90}A ^{to set the desired}

temperature.

–

8

A ^{Interior temperature selected display}

9

A ^{Display ECON}^{(air conditioning off)}

10

A ^{Interior temperature selector.}

–

The functions will be switched on when the buttons are pressed.

When the function is activated, a symbol is displayed on the

screen. Press the button again to switch off the function.

11



A ^Button

– defrost function for the windscreen. The air drawn in from

outside the vehicle is directed at the windscreen. The air recirculation

mode, if switched on, will be switched off as soon as the defrost function

is switched on. At temperatures over 3 °C, the air conditioning system

will be switched on automatically and the blower speed will be increased

by one level in order to dry the air.

1

A Blower speed control and ON / OFF system.

2

A ^{Blower level indicator}

3

A ^{Outside temperature display}

12

A ^Button

AUTO

– Automatic temperature, ventilation and air distribution

4

A ^{Defrost windscreen display}

control ⇒ page 120

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13

A ^Button

14

A ^Button

15

A ^Button

16

A ^Button







– Air distribution to footwell

– Air distribution to the upper body.

– Air distribution to head

A comfortable interior climate is quickly reached when a temperature of

+22° C (72° F) is set in automatic mode. It can be changed as necessary to

suit individual preferences or particular circumstances. It is possible to select

interior temperatures from +18° C (64° F) to +29° C (86° F). If a lower or higher

temperature is selected, LO or HI is displayed on the screen. These are

approximate temperatures and the actual temperature may be slightly higher

or lower depending on the outside conditions.

ECON

– To connect economic mode. When the button light is on,

the air conditioning is disconnected to save fuel.

17

A ^Button



– Manual air recirculation mode

Climatronic maintains a constant temperature level fully automatically. The

temperature of the air supplied to the interior, the blower speed and the air

distribution are regulated automatically. The system also allows for the effect

of strong sunlight, so there is no need for manual adjustment. Therefore,

automatic mode provides the best comfort for the vehicle occupants in virtu-

ally all conditions throughout the year.

WARNING

For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with

snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarize

yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system,

including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.

Automatic mode is switched off whenever an adjustment is made using the

ECON

buttons for the air distribution, blower or

to be regulated.

. The temperature continues

Note

Please observe the general notes .

Manual mode

Automatic mode

In manual mode you can adjust the air temperature, flow, and

distribution yourself.

In automatic mode air temperature, flow, and distribution are

automatically regulated so that a specified temperature is

attained as quickly as possible and then maintained.

Switching on manual mode

13

15

–

Press one of the buttons ⇒ ^{page 119, fig. 90}A ^toA^{, or turn}

Switching on automatic mode

1

7

^{the blower control}A^{. The display is switched off}A^.

AUTO

–

Press the button

. The display is visible ⇒ page 119,

7

^{fig. 90}A^.

Temperature

It is possible to select interior temperatures from +18° C (64° F) to +29° C

(86° F). These are approximate temperatures and the actual temperature may

be slightly higher or lower depending on the outside conditions.

–

Turn the temperature selector to set the desired temperature

inside the vehicle. We recommend 22°C (72°F).

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If a temperature below 18° C (64° F) is selected, the display switches to LO. In

this setting the system runs at maximum cooling output and the temperature

is not regulated.

Air recirculation mode prevents strong odours in the ambient air from

entering the vehicle interior, for example when passing through a tunnel or in

queuing traffic.

If a temperature above 29°C (86 F) is selected the display switches to HI. In

this setting the system runs at maximum heating output and the temperature

is not controlled.

When the outside temperature is low, using air recirculation mode provides

more effective heating by heating air from the vehicle interior instead of cold

air from outside.

When the outside temperature is high, using air recirculation mode provides

more effective cooling by cooling air from the vehicle interior instead of warm

air from outside.

Blower

1

^{The blower can be infinitely adjusted with the blower control}A^{. Always have}

the blower running at a low setting to ensure a constant flow of fresh air into

2

^{the vehicle. If the blower is switched off (no level displayed}A^{) and the}

control is turned further to the left, the Climatronic is switched off. In this case

For reasons of safety, air recirculation is not possible when the control for air

distribution is set to the windscreen setting .

OFF appears on the screen.

Air distribution

WARNING







The air distribution is adjusted using the buttons

,

and

. It is also

In air recirculation mode, no ambient air enters the vehicle interior. If the

air conditioning system is switched off, the windows can quickly mist over.

Therefore, you should never leave the air recirculation mode switched on

for longer periods, as this increases the risk of an accident.

possible to open and close some of the air outlets separately.

Switching the cooling system on and off

ECON

Pressing the button

switches off the cooling system to save fuel. The

temperature continues to be regulated. The set temperature can then only be

reached if it is higher than the outside temperature.

Note

When reverse gear is engaged the air recirculation connects automatically to

prevent the entrance of exhaust fumes in the vehicle on travelling backwards.



In this case the symbol

for air recirculation is not displayed.

Air recirculation mode

Air recirculation mode prevents fumes or unpleasant smells

from entering the vehicle.

General notes



–

Press the button

to switch air recirculation mode on or off.

5

This is ON if the symbol  ⇒ ^{page 119, fig. 90}A ^{is displayed}

on the screen.

The pollution filter

The pollution filter (a combined particle filter and active carbon filter) serves

as a barrier against impurities in the ambient air, including dust and pollen.

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For the air conditioning system to work with maximum efficiency, the pollu-

tion filter must be replaced at the intervals specified in the Service Schedule.

•

At low outside temperatures the compressor switches off automatically.

AUTO

The

button cannot be switched on either.

•

It is advidable to connect the air conditioning at least once a month, to

If the filter loses efficiency prematurely due to use in areas with very high

levels of air pollution, the pollution filter must be changed more frequently

than stated in the Service Schedule.

lubricate the system gaskets and prevent leaks. If a decrease in the cooling

capacity is detected, an Authorised Service Centre should be consulted to

check the system.

•

For correct operation of the system, do not block the grille between the

Caution

AUTO

button and the button .

•

If you suspect that the air conditioner is damaged, switch off the air condi-

ECON

When the engine is under extreme strain, switch off the compressor for a

tioner with button

qualified workshop.

Repairs to the air conditioning system require specialist knowledge and

to prevent further damage and have it checked by a

moment.

•

special tools. Therefore, we recommend that you take the vehicle to a quali-

fied workshop should problems occur.

Note

•

If the humidity and temperature outside the vehicle are high, condensa-

tion can drip off the evaporator in the cooling system and form a pool under-

neath the vehicle, this is completely normal and there is no need to suspect

a leak.

•

Keep the air intake slots in front of the windscreen free of snow, ice and

leaves to ensure heating and cooling is not impaired, and to prevent the

windows misting over.

•

The air from the vents flows through the passenger compartment and is

extracted by slots designed for this purpose. Do not cover these slots with

articles of clothing or other objects.

•

The air conditioning system operates most effectively with the windows

and the sliding/tilting roof* closed. However, if the sun has heated up the

vehicle, the air inside can be cooled more quickly by opening the windows for

a short period.

•

Do not smoke while air recirculation mode is on, as smoke drawn into the

air conditioning system leaves a residue on the evaporator, producing a

permanent unpleasant odour.

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