The front seats may be equipped either with seat heating or seat heating and seat ventilation. The outer rear seats may be equipped
with seat heating →
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The seat ventilation function ventilates the seat with the air from the vehicle interior. The moisture from the body is removed. There is
no direct cooling of the seat.
The seat heating and seat ventilation work when the engine is running.
Heating and ventilation settings
The operating states of the seat heating and seat ventilation are shown in red and blue in the Infotainment system.
Seat heating switched off.
Seat heating switched on at highest temperature setting.
Seat ventilation switched off.
Seat ventilation switched on at highest ventilation setting.
When should the seat heating and seat ventilation be switched off?
Switch off the seat heating and seat ventilation if one of the following conditions applies:
—A person with reduced sensitivity to pain or temperature is sitting on the seat →
—The seat is not occupied.
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—A child seat is installed on the seat.
—Objects are covering the seat cushion, e.g. protective covers, jackets, blankets or bags.
—The seat cushion is damp or wet.
—Seat heating only: The temperature in the vehicle interior or the outside temperature is above +25°C (+77 °F).
WARNING
Magnetic fields are produced during operation of the seat heating. In isolated 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 implant manufacturer before operating the seat heating.
● Also make the other vehicle occupants aware of this.
WARNING
Anyone experiencing reduced sensitivity to pain or temperature due to medication, paralysis or chronic illness (e.g. diabetes) can
sustain burns or cold injuries on their back, buttocks and legs when using the seat heating or seat ventilation. These injuries may take
a long time to heal, or may never heal fully.
● Never use the seat heating and seat ventilation if you have reduced sensitivity to pain or temperature and leave the “Automatic
seat air conditioning at the start of a journey” function switched off (→ Seat climate control).
● Consult a doctor if you have questions about your own state of health.
WARNING
Wet seat covers can cause a malfunctions in the seat heating and increase the risk of burns.
● Ensure that the seat cushion is dry before using the seat heating.
● Do not sit on the seat in wet clothing.
● Do not place any wet objects or items of clothing on the seat.
● Do not spill any liquids on the seat.
NOTICE
The heater elements of the seat heating can be damaged by point loads and insulating materials.
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