Get Heating and air conditioning system Guide for Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

Heating and air conditioning system

Climatronic

Overview of the Climatronic

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.

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

Making Efﬁcient Use of the Air Conditioner

The air conditioner is most effective when the vehicle interior is kept closed. In the event of heat build-up in the vehicle interior

brief ventilation can accelerate the cooling process.

Display of activated functions

Illuminated symbols on the sensor areas indicate functions that are switched on.

Function keys highlighted in color in the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system indicate functions that are switched

on ⇒ Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system.

Air conditioner with voice command operation

Some of the air conditioner functions can be operated with voice control, depending on the vehicle equipment ⇒ Voice

control.

WARNING

Icy, snow-covered or foggy door windows restrict visibility very severely. This increases the risk of collisions and

accidents, which may result in 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 as soon as it is not necessary.

Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system

In the upper center console

Open the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system.

In the Classic Climate and Smart Climate submenus, you can ﬁnd, for example, the functions for temperature regulation

⇒ Temperature regulation and air distribution ⇒ Air distribution and blower speed.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Classic Climate menu may also be called Climate control.

The Smart Climate submenu is available depending on the vehicle equipment.

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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Switch on automatic air recirculation ⇒ Air recirculation.

Switch on seat heating and seat ventilation automatically at the beginning of the journey ⇒ Using Seat Heating and Sea

Ventilation.

Switch on steering wheel heating automatically at the beginning of the journey ⇒ Steering wheel heating.

Switching the Climatronic on and off

In the Air conditioner menu: top of the screen

Switch the air conditioning system on and off.

1. Tap

2. Tap

in the upper center console.

in the Air conditioner menu.

Automatic mode of the Climatronic

In the air conditioner menu

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.

If a Smart Climate function is switched on, the Climatronic automatic mode will also be switched on ⇒ Air distribution and

blower speed.

Selecting an Air Conditioner Proﬁle

You can set the blower speed in automatic mode via the air conditioner proﬁles.

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

2. To switch on the Climatronic's automatic mode, tap

.

3. Select your preferred air conditioner proﬁle in the pop-up window that appears.

Air Care

In the Air conditioner menu: Air Care submenu

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 humidity 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.

Temperature regulation

in the Infotainment system: Bottom of the screen

Adjust the temperature. The temperature settings are displayed permanently at the bottom of the screen in the

Infotainment system.

The set temperature for the rear seats is displayed in the climate control bar for the rear seats.

In the Air conditioner menu: Classic Climate submenu

The air is cooled and dehumidified in cooling mode.

Apply temperature settings for the driver side to all seats.

Switch the maximum cooling output on and off.

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

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On the Infotainment system: setting the temperature with the touch control

Depending on the equipment, you can set the temperature via the touch control on the Infotainment system.

1. To set the temperature of the Climatronic to +22 °C (+72 °F), tap and hold the touch control in the center between

.

and

Or: to set a different temperature, swipe to the right or left on the touch control.

The set temperatures are displayed at the bottom of the screen in the Infotainment system.

Adjusting the temperature for the rear seats

Open the settings for the rear seats in the Infotainment system.

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

2. Tap

.

3. Tap the

Or: tap

or

function key.

in 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 REAR LOCK is switched on 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: Classic Climate

Set the blower speed with the touch control.

Direct air to the upper body.

Direct air into the footwell.

Direct

air to the upper body and into the footwell.

windshield.

Direct air onto the windshield and into the footwell.

Direct air onto the

Air distribution functions in the Air conditioner menu: Smart Climate

If a Smart Climate function is switched on, Climatronic automatic mode is also switched on. The Smart Climate functions

remain switched on for a short time and automatic mode also remains switched on once this time has elapsed.

Clear fog and ice from the windshield.

Direct warm air into the footwell.

Direct warm air onto the steering

Temporarily

wheel.

Direct cool air into the footwell.

Direct fresh air from outside into the vehicle interior.

increase the power of the refrigerant system.

Defrost function

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On the control next to multi-function steering wheel

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

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

Air recirculation

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

.

Switch air recirculation on and off in the Air conditioner menu.

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

2. Tap Classic Climate.

3. Tap

.

Automatic recirculation mode on the Climatronic system

Automatic air recirculation helps you if the outside air is of poor quality by temporarily turning on or off the supply of fresh air,

within the system limitations. The system cannot detect unpleasant odors.

1. Tap

in the upper center console.

2. Switch automatic air recirculation on or off with

When does recirculation mode switch off?

Automatic air recirculation.

Recirculation mode will switch off in the following situations:

If the defrost function is switched on.

If a sensor detects that the door windows could fog up.

WARNING

A lack of fresh air supply may result in reduced visibility due to fogged up windows and rapid driver fatigue due to stale air.

This can result in collisions, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

Only use recirculation mode for a short time.

Always switch off recirculation mode as soon as it is not necessary.

NOTICE

Tobacco smoke can settle on the refrigerant system evaporator and the active combination ﬁlter and cause permanent

odors.

To prevent permanent odors, do not smoke in the vehicle when air recirculation is switched on.

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.

Seat heating and seat ventilation

Overview of Seat Heating and Seat Ventilation

The seat heating and seat ventilation function when the engine is running. The front seats can be equipped with either a seat

heating system or a combined seat heating and seat ventilation system. There are three levels of heating for the outer rear

seats ⇒

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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 the seat heating on and off in the Air conditioner menu.

conditioner menu.

Switch the seat ventilation on and off in the Air

Heating and ventilation levels

The operation statuses of the seat heating and seat ventilation are represented by colors in the Infotainment system.

At the highest heating level, all three indicators under

At the highest ventilation level, all three indicators under

or

in the Infotainment system are red.

in the Infotainment system are blue.

or

When should the seat heating and seat ventilation be switched off?

Switch off 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

⇒

.

A child restraint is installed on the seat

Objects are covering the seat cushion, e.g. protective covers, jackets, blankets or bags.

The seat surface is damp or wet

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

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).

If you have a medical implant, you should consult your doctor or the manufacturer of the implant before operating

the seat heating.

Also make your vehicle occupants aware.

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.

If you have a limited perception of pain and/or temperature, never use the seat heating and seat ventilation and

leave the "Automatic seat air conditioning at the beginning of the journey" function switched off ⇒ Automatic seat

air conditioning at the beginning of the journey.

Contact a medical doctor for questions about personal health conditions.

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.

Do not sit on the seat with wet clothing.

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

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Do not pour any ﬂuids on the seat.

NOTICE

The heating elements of the seat heating may be damaged by loads concentrated in a single place and insulating

materials.

Do not kneel on the seats and do not exert pressure on the seat cushion and backrest with sharp or pointed

objects.

Do not exert pressure on the seat cushion and backrest with pointed objects.

Switch the seat heating off if insulating materials are installed on the seat, e.g. a protective cover or a child

restraint.

Only use the seat heating if the seat is equipped with the original seat covers.

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.

Using Seat Heating and Seat Ventilation

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒

Seat Ventilation.

and Overview of Seat Heating and

Using the seat heating function

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

2. To switch on the seat heating at the highest heating level, tap or at the bottom edge of the screen.

3. To set the heating level, tap or repeatedly.

4. To switch the seat heating off, tap or repeatedly until the symbol is gray.

Or: to switch the seat heating on or off, tap with two ﬁngers on the touch control under the Infotainment system on the

driver's or passenger's side (depending on the vehicle equipment).

Using the seat ventilation function

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

2. To switch on the seat ventilation at the highest ventilation level, tap

3. To set the ventilation level, tap or repeatedly.

4. To switch the seat ventilation off, tap or repeatedly until the symbol is grey.

or

at the bottom edge of the screen.

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

The seat heating switches on and off automatically

If you start the engine again within approximately ten minutes, the last heating level set for the driver seat is automatically

switched on. If the front passenger seat is occupied, the last heating level set for the front passenger seat is also switched on

automatically.

If the front passenger leaves their seat when the seat heating is switched on and the engine is running, the seat heating for th

front passenger seat is automatically switched off. The display in the Infotainment system turns grey after approximately two

seconds. If the front passenger takes their seat again when the engine is still running, the seat heating for the front passenger

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seat is automatically switched back on.

Automatic seat air conditioning at the beginning of the journey

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒

Seat Ventilation.

and Overview of Seat Heating and

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

2. To open the Climate control settings submenu, tap

.

3. To select the heating and ventilation level at the beginning of the journey, tap

menu item.

in the Seat heating or Seat ventilation

The selected heating and ventilation level is automatically switched on after starting the engine, depending on the outside

temperature.

Or: To stop seat heating and seat ventilation being switched on automatically at the beginning of the journey, select Off in

the respective menu item.

Steering wheel heating

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

Switch steering wheel heating on and off via the multi-function steering wheel.

Heating levels for the steering wheel heating

The steering wheel heating modes are shown by colors in the Infotainment system. At the highest heating level, all three

indicators under

in the Infotainment system are red.

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.

button repeatedly until the bar display in the instrument cluster displa

3. To switch off steering wheel heating, press the

turns off.

Steering wheel heating switches on automatically

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

approximately one second.

button for

Switching on steering wheel heating automatically at the beginning of the journey

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

2. To open the Climate control settings submenu, tap

3. Activate the Steering wheel heating checkbox.

.

The steering wheel heating is automatically switched on after starting the engine, depending on the outside temperature.

Steering wheel heating switches off automatically

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

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If the energy use is too high.

If the steering wheel heating system is malfunctioning.

Rear window defroster

The rear window defroster works when the engine is running.

Switch the rear window defroster on and off on the control panel to the left of the multi-function steering wheel.

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

NOTICE

Stickers that are placed on the inside of the rear window over the heat conductors of the rear window defroster, or objects

that rest against the inside of the rear window may damage the rear window defroster.

Do not afﬁx any stickers over the heat conductors of the rear window defroster.

Do not load the luggage compartment to a height where objects rest against the rear 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).

The heating and defrost function operates better when the engine is warm.

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

the defrost may be restricted.

, the heating an

Switch on the fan.

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 and is operated further, that can cause subsequent damage.

If the air conditioner is not cooling or warming the air, switch it off immediately.

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 door windows fog up if they are colder than the ambient temperature and the air is damp. 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.

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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

You can change the unit for all temperature displays in the vehicle using the Infotainment system.

1. Tap the home button

.

2. Open the Settings menu.

3. Select the Units menu item.

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

Controls are responding differently than expected

Moisture, dirt and grease may limit the functioning of the controls.

1. Always keep the control panels clean and dry.

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Heating and air conditioning system for Your Volkswagen Atlas SUV Second Generation (2024-2025)

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