Rear window defroster
The rear window defroster works when the engine is running.
Switch the rear window defroster on and off in the Air conditioner menu or climate control bar.
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 heating wires 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 labels over the heating wires 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.
Automatic supplementary heating function
Switching the automatic supplementary heater function on and off
The availability of the automatic supplementary heater function depends on the vehicle equipment. An additional heating
component can help to heat the vehicle interior more quickly.
1. Open the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system.
2. To open the Climate control settings submenu, tap
3. Tap Automatic supplementary heater.
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The heating component will switch on automatically depending on the outside temperature and will switch off again
automatically after a while.
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
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.
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