Get Heating and air conditioning system Guide for Volkswagen Atlas SUV First Generation (2018-2023)

Heating and air conditioning system

Climatronic

Overview of the Climatronic

Automatic air conditioner

Climatronic is an automatic air conditioning system which warms, cools and dehumidiﬁes the air. In automatic mode, Climatronic can automatically control the air

temperature, air distribution and the volume of air.

The air conditioner is most effective when the vehicle interior is kept closed. If there is a build-up of heat inside the vehicle, ventilation can help to speed up the

cooling process.

Some functions of the air conditioner, as well as a climate control bar for the rear seats, depend on the vehicle equipment.

Fig. 105 In the upper section of the center console: Climate control bar for the Climatronic system.

Display of activated functions

Illuminated LEDss on the climate control bar indicate that the function is activated.

In the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system, function keys highlighted in color indicate that a function is switched on ⇒ Air conditioner menu in the

Infotainment system.

WARNING

Poor visibility through the windows increases the risk of collisions and accidents that can cause serious or fatal injuries.

Keep all windows free of ice, snow and fog.

Adjust the heating, air conditioner, and rear window defroster to a setting where the windows do not fog up ⇒ Troubleshooting.

Only start driving when all windows are clear.

Only use recirculation mode for a short time. Otherwise, the windows could fog up very quickly and greatly reduce visibility.

Always switch off recirculation mode when it is not necessary.

Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system

On the climate control bar

Open the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system.

The Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system is only available via the Climatronic. Certain functions depend on the vehicle equipment.

In the Air conditioner menu, you can ﬁnd, for example, the functions for temperature regulation ⇒ Temperature regulation and air distribution ⇒ Air distribution and

blower speed.

The top of the screen shows the current climate control settings, such as the air conditioner proﬁle for automatic mode.

The lower section of the screen shows function keys for frequently used air conditioning functions.

Operating status of the air conditioner

The operating status of the air conditioning system is represented by colors:

Cooling. Heating.

Climate control settings submenu

Open the Climate control settings submenu.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can ﬁnd additional comfort functions in the Climate control settings submenu:

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Switching the Climatronic on and off

In the air conditioner menu or on the climate control bar

Switch off the Climatronic.

Adjust the blower speed.

1. To switch on Climatronic, turn the center knob clockwise.

2. To switch off the Climatronic, turn the center knob all the way counterclockwise.

Automatic mode of the Climatronic

In the air conditioner menu or on the climate control bar

The set air temperature is maintained constant. The air volume and air distribution are automatically controlled. Automatic mode switches off when the

blower speed is changed manually.

Selecting the air conditioner proﬁle

The blower power in automatic mode can be controlled via the air conditioning proﬁles.

1. Open the air conditioner menu.

2. Tap

.

3. To select an air conditioner proﬁle, tap

at the top of the screen.

4. Select your preferred air conditioner proﬁle in the pop-up window.

Air Care

In the air conditioner menu: bottom of the screen

The Air Care Climatronic active combination ﬁlter can limit the entrance of hazardous substances as well as allergens.

If Air Care is switched on, the air recirculation of the air conditioner is maximized as far as permitted by the risk of fogging up the windows depending on the humidi

in the vehicle interior and the outside temperature. Air recirculation is controlled automatically and adapts itself continuously to prevent vehicle occupant fatigue.

Switching Air Care on and off

1. Open the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system.

2. Tap Air Care.

3. Tap Active.

Manual air conditioning

Overview of the manual air conditioner

The manual climate control system warms, cools, and removes humidity from the air.

The air conditioner is most effective when the vehicle interior is kept closed. If there is a build-up of heat inside the vehicle, ventilation can help to speed up the

cooling process.

Certain functions of the air conditioner depend on the vehicle equipment.

Fig. 106 In the upper section of the center console: Climate control bar for the manual climate control system.

Display of activated functions

Illuminated LEDss on the climate control bar indicate that the function is activated.

WARNING

Poor visibility through the windows increases the risk of collisions and accidents that can cause serious or fatal injuries.

Keep all windows free of ice, snow and fog.

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Adjust the heating, air conditioner, and rear window defroster to a setting where the windows do not fog up ⇒ Troubleshooting.

Only start driving when all windows are clear.

Only use recirculation mode for a short time. Otherwise, the windows could fog up very quickly and greatly reduce visibility.

Always switch off recirculation mode when it is not necessary.

Switching the manual air conditioner on and off

On the climate control bar

Switch off the air conditioning system.

Adjust the blower speed.

Switch the rear air conditioning block on or off.

1. To switch on the manual air conditioner, turn the center knob clockwise.

2. To switch off the manual air conditioner, turn the center knob all the way counterclockwise.

Temperature regulation

In the air conditioner menu or on the climate control bar

Adjust the temperature.

The air is cooled and dehumidified in cooling mode.

Apply temperature settings for the driver side to all seats.

Depending on the engine and vehicle equipment, the vehicle interior can be ventilated by the fan or the residual heat from the engine can be used to keep the

vehicle interior warm when the ignition is switched off. This function is switched off after 30 minutes or if the 12 V vehicle battery charge level is low.

Switch the maximum cooling output on and off.

Air recirculation is switched on automatically and Climatronic automatically directs air to the upper body.

Setting the temperature on the Climatronic climate control bar

1. Turn the left or right knob to

or

.

The Climatronic displays the set temperatures.

Setting the temperature on the manual air conditioning climate control bar

1. Turn the left knob to

or

.

Maximum cooling output and heating output

1. Turn the left knob as far as it goes to or

.

Or: to switch on the maximum cooling output of the Climatronic, press

on the climate control bar or tap in the Air conditioner menu.

Adjusting the temperature for the rear seats

1. Open the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system.

2. Tap the function key for the rear seats.

3. Tap the

or

function key.

Or: tap

on the climate control bar for the rear seats.

The set temperatures for the rear seats are shown on the climate control bar displays for the rear seats.

If

is activated in the Infotainment system, the rear climate control bar cannot be used.

Air distribution and blower speed

Vents

Vents are located in the following places in the vehicle:

Driver’s side.

Passenger's side.

Front center console.

Rear center console.

NOTICE

Food, medication, and objects that are sensitive to heat or cold can become damaged or unusable from the air coming out of the vents.

Do not place any food, medication, or other objects that are sensitive to temperature in front of the vents.

Air distribution functions in the Air conditioner menu on the climate control bar

Adjust the blower speed.

Direct air to the upper body.

Direct air into the footwell.

Direct air to the upper body and into the footwell.

Direct

air onto the windshield and into the footwell.

Direct air onto the windshield.

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Defrost function

Switching defrost on and off

The Climatronic defrost function clears fog and ice from the windshield.

The air is dehumidiﬁed and the blower is set to a higher speed.

The air conditioning system's defrost function clears the windshield of fog and ice.

The air must be dehumidiﬁed when the defrost function is switched on. Therefore when the defrost function is switched on, you cannot switch air recirculation on or

cooling mode off.

Air recirculation

Switching air recirculation on and off in the Air conditioner menu or climate control bar

No fresh air will enter the vehicle interior when recirculation mode is switched on.

1. Press

on the climate control bar.

When does recirculation mode switch off?

Recirculation mode will switch off in the following situations ⇒

If the defrost function is switched on.

:

If a sensor detects that the windows could fog up.

WARNING

Lack of air circulation can lead to sudden driver fatigue and lack of concentration, which can cause collisions, accidents, and serious injuries.

Never use recirculation mode for long periods of time, because this prevents fresh air from entering the passenger compartment.

Only use recirculation mode for a short time. Otherwise, the windows could fog up very quickly and greatly reduce visibility.

Always switch off recirculation mode when it is not necessary.

NOTICE

Do not smoke in the vehicle when recirculation mode is switched on. The smoke can settle on the refrigerant system evaporator and the active combination ﬁlter

and cause permanent odors.

Climatronic: When reverse gear is engaged or while the automatic wash and wipe system is on, recirculation mode switches on automatically so that no odors

will enter the vehicle interior.

Manual air conditioning system: At very high outside temperatures, air recirculation helps to briefly cool down the vehicle interior faster.

Seat heating and seat ventilation

Switching the seat heating and seat ventilation on and off in the Air conditioner menu or in the climate control bar

The seat heating and seat ventilation function when the engine is running. The front seats and outer rear seats may be heated in three stages

may also be ventilated from inside in three stages.

⇒

. The front se

The seat ventilation function ventilates the seat using vehicle interior air. This removes moisture from the body. The seat itself is not cooled directly.

Switch seat heating on and off. Switch seat ventilation on and off.

If you switch off the ignition, the seat heating and seat ventilation are also switched off. If you switch on the ignition again within ten minutes, the last heating level o

ventilation level selected for the driver seat is also automatically activated.

Heating and ventilation levels

The seat heating and seat ventilation are represented by colors:

At the highest heating or ventilation level, all three LEDss light up.

Using the seat heating function

1. In order to switch on the seat heating at the highest heating level, press the

or

button in the climate control bar.

2. To set the heating level, press the

3. To turn off the seat heating, press the

button or the

button repeatedly.

or button repeatedly until the LEDs turns off.

Using the seat ventilation function

1. In order to switch on the seat ventilation at the highest ventilation level, press the

or

button in the climate control bar.

2. To set the ventilation level, press the or button repeatedly.

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3. To turn off the seat ventilation, press the

or

button repeatedly until the LEDs turns off.

When should the seat heating and seat ventilation not be switched on?

Do not switch on the seat heating and seat ventilation under any of the following conditions:

The seat is occupied by a person with a limited perception of pain or temperature

The seat is not occupied

.

The seat is covered with a seat cover

A child restraint is installed on the seat

The seat surface is damp or wet

Seat heating only: The interior or exterior temperature is higher than +77 °F (+25 °C).

WARNING

Magnetic ﬁelds are generated when the seat heating is operated. In individual cases, these magnetic ﬁelds can affect active medical implants (e.g.

pacemakers).

Wearers of an active medical implant should consult their doctor or the manufacturer of their implant before operating the seat heating.

If necessary, make your vehicle occupants aware of this as well.

WARNING

People who cannot perceive pain or temperature or who have a limited perception of these due to medication, paralysis, or chronic illnesses such as diabetes

could develop burns or undercooling on the back, buttocks, and legs when using seat heating or seat ventilation. Such injuries could take a very long time to heal

or may never heal completely. Contact a medical doctor for questions about personal health conditions.

People with a limited perception of pain and/or temperature must never use the seat heating and seat ventilation functions.

WARNING

If the seat cover is soaked through, this can cause the seat heating to malfunction and increase the risk of burns.

Make sure the seat surface is dry before using the seat heating function.

Never sit on the seat while wearing damp or wet clothing.

Do not place any damp or wet objects and clothing on the seat.

Do not pour any ﬂuids on the seat.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the seat heating elements, never kneel on the seats or exert pressure on the seating surface and backrest with sharp or pointed

objects.

Fluids, sharp objects, and insulating materials, for example a protective cover or child restraint, can damage the seat heating function.

If any odor starts to develop, turn off the seat heating immediately and have it checked by suitably qualiﬁed professionals. Volkswagen recommends

contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

If the original seat cover is replaced with a different material, the seat heating may overheat or the operation of the seat heating may be restricted.

In order to save fuel, switch off the seat heating and seat ventilation as soon as possible.

Steering wheel heating

Switching steering wheel heating on and off via the multi-function steering wheel

Switch steering wheel heating on and off.

The steering wheel heating only works when the engine is running.

Heating levels for the steering wheel heating

When you switch on the steering wheel heating, the current heating level is constantly displayed in the instrument cluster as a bar display. At the highest heating

level, all three bars are ﬁlled.

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Operating steering wheel heating

1. To switch on steering wheel heating at the highest heating level, press the

button.

2. To adjust the heating level, press the

button repeatedly.

3. To switch off steering wheel heating, press the

button repeatedly until the bar display in the instrument cluster display turns off.

If you start the engine again within approximately ten minutes, the last heating level set is automatically switched on.

Saving the heating level

1. Switch on the steering wheel heating and set the desired heating level.

2. To save the current heating level, press and hold the

button for approximately one second.

The heating level is saved and the steering wheel heating is switched off.

3. To switch the steering wheel heating back on at the most recently saved heating level, press and hold the

button for approximately one second.

Steering wheel heating switches off automatically

If one of the following conditions applies, the steering wheel heating switches off automatically:

If the energy use is too high.

If the steering wheel heating system is malfunctioning.

Rear window defroster

Switching the rear window defroster on and off in the Air conditioner menu or climate control bar

Switch the rear window defroster on and off while the engine is running.

The rear window defroster switches off automatically after a maximum of around ten minutes.

The exterior mirror heating only provides the most heat when the ambient temperature is below +20 °C (+68 °F). After about two minutes, the mirrors will be heated

depending on the ambient temperature.

NOTICE

To reduce the risk of damage to the rear window defroster, do not apply any stickers on the heating wires on the inside of the window.

In order to save fuel, switch off the rear window defroster as soon as possible.

Troubleshooting

The cooling mode

or heating cannot be switched on or the function is limited

The cooling mode only works when the engine is running and at ambient temperatures above +3 °C (+38 °F).

If the engine is very hot or if the outside temperature is extremely high, the function of the cooling mode

Switch on the fan.

, the heating and the defrost may be restricted.

Check the safeguard on the air conditioning system ⇒ Replacing fuses.

Change active combination ﬁlters ⇒ Service.

If the malfunction persists, contact a suitably qualiﬁed professional. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized

Volkswagen Service Facility.

NOTICE

If the air conditioner is not working, switch it off immediately to prevent subsequent damage. Have the air conditioner checked by suitably qualiﬁed

professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

The windows are fogged up

The windows fog up when they are colder than the ambient temperature and the air is very humid. Cold air does not absorb as much moisture as warm air which is

why windows fog up more frequently during cold seasons.

1. To improve the heating and cooling output, keep the air intake in front of the windshield free of ice, snow, and leaves ⇒ Vehicle care.

2. Leave the air duct in the rear section of the luggage compartment uncovered so that air can ﬂow through the vehicle from front to back.

3. Switch on the defrost function ⇒ Defrost function.

The temperature unit has changed

1. Changing the temperature units for all temperature displays in the vehicle using the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle settings menu.

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Water or water vapor under the vehicle

In the case of high outside humidity and temperatures, condensation can drip from the air conditioning system evaporator and pool under the vehicle. This is norma

and does not mean there is a leak in the system.

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Heating and air conditioning system for Your Volkswagen Atlas SUV First Generation (2018-2023)

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