NOTICE
Heating and ventilation
system and climate control
To avoid damage to the sunblind or interior trim, do
not “drop” the manual sunblind when lowering it.
Heating, ventilating and cooling
Introduction to the topic
One of the following systems may be installed in
With the automatic control of the Climatronic, the
the vehicle: The heating and ventilation system
temperature, distribution and quantity of air can be
regulated automatically.
heats and ventilates the passenger compartment.
The heating and ventilation system cannot cool.
Optimum performance of the climate control is achieved
with the windows and glass roof closed. If there is a lot
of heat buildup in the passenger compartment,
The manual air conditioner heats, cools and
dehumidifies the air.
ventilating it can speed up the cooling process.
The Climatronic is an automatic climate control that
heats, cools and dehumidifies the air. with mine
Fig. 113 In the upper part of the center console: manual climate control panel.
Fig. 114 At the top of the center console: Climatronic control panel.
Indication of activated functions
climate control, cooled air can be directed into the glove
compartment.
Light-up diodes (LEDs) on the buttons indicate that the
corresponding function is activated.
WARNING
Poor visibility through the windows increases the
In the climate settings of the info tainment system,
the function buttons marked in yellow indicate that the
corresponding function is activated ÿ p. 125.
risk of collisions and accidents, which can cause
serious injury.
For good visibility , keep all
the crystals without ice, without snow and demisted.
Glove box with possibility of refrigeration
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If the air vent is open, outside air enters the glove box.
If the passenger compartment is cooled with the
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· Adjust the heating and ventilation system, climate
control and heated rear window so that the
windows do not mist up.
· Do not place food, medicines or other objects
sensitive to cold or heat in front of the air vents.
· Start driving only when you have good
visibility through the windows.
NOTICE
If the air conditioner does not work, disconnect it immediately
and have it checked by a specialized workshop. In this way,
further possible damage can be avoided.
· Use air recirculation only for a short time.
Otherwise the windows could mist up very
quickly and seriously impede visibility.
Some settings can be saved in personalization
function user accounts and are changed when switching
user accounts ÿ p. 39.
· Disconnect air recirculation when not
need.
NOTICE
The air that comes out of the diffusers can damage or render
unusable food, medicines or objects sensitive to heat or cold.
climate profiles in the climate settings of the infotainment
system ÿ p. 125.
Overview of functions
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 123.
Switching the air recirculation on and off ÿ p. 125.
In cooling mode, the air is cooled and dehumidified.
Connect and disconnect the maximum cooling
Some functions, buttons and the control panel of the air
conditioning for the rear seats are only available depending on
the equipment.
capacity.
Air recirculation is automatically switched on and the
Open climate settings in the infotainment system ÿ p.
125.
position for air distribution is automatically adjusted.
Disconnect the air conditioner.
Adjust fan speed.
The defrost/defog function of the manual climate
control defrosts the windshield and removes ice from
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Adjust the temperature.
the windshield.
The Climatronic displays the set temperatures.
When the defrost/defog function is activated, the air
must be dehumidified. Therefore, when this function
is on, you cannot turn on recirculation air or turn off
cooling mode.
Depending on the engine and equipment of the
vehicle, with the ignition off, the passenger
compartment can be ventilated with the fan or kept warm
with the residual heat from the engine. The feature
deactivates after 30 minutes or when the 12 volt battery
state of charge is low.
The Climatronic defrost/defog function defogs
the windshield and removes ice from the windshield.
Adoption of driver's side temperature settings in all
The air is dehumidified and the fan speed increases.
seats.
The allergen filter of the Air Care Climatronic can reduce
the ingress of pollutants and allergens, among others ÿ
p. 125.
Connecting and disconnecting the heated
windscreen with the engine running ÿ p. 128.
Connect and disconnect the heated rear window
with the engine running.
The set air temperature remains constant. The quantity
The heated rear window switches off automatically
and distribution of air are regulated automatically.
after a maximum of 10 minutes.
for.
Automatic mode is switched off when the fan speed is
manually changed.
Switching the seat heating and ventilation on and
off ÿ p. 126.
In auto mode, the fan speed can be selected using the
Switching the steering wheel heater on and off ÿ p. 127.
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Switching the independent heating on and
off ÿ p. 129.
Open the Independent heating menu in the
— Additional heater ÿ p. 130 —
Auto Heated Windshield ÿ p. 128
climate settings of the infotain system
Presets submenu
ment ÿ p. 129.
Air distribution to the upper part of the body.
Set automatic mode, maximum refrigerating power,
defrost/defog function and manual refrigeration mode.
Air distribution towards the footrest area.
HVAC profiles
Air distribution towards the upper part of the
body and the footrest area.
Adjust fan speed in auto mode.
Air distribution to the windscreen and footwell.
Set the temperature for the rear row of seats
day
Air distribution to the windshield.
1. Open the climate settings in the infotainment
system.
NOTICE
2. Press the function button for the row of seats
rear.
To prevent damage to the heated rear window, do not
affix stickers to the electrical wires on the inside of the
heated rear window.
3. Press the function button or .
When the function button is
It is activated
in the infotainment system, the rear control
panel of the climate control cannot be used.
Climate settings in the
infotainment system
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 123.
air recirculation
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 123.
Climate settings can be made in the infotainment
system if the vehicle is equipped with Climatronic.
Some functions are only available depending on the
equipment.
With air recirculation switched on, no outside air enters
the passenger compartment.
Open
connect and disconnect
— Press the marker
climate control panel
— Press the marker
climate control panel
key.
key.
The upper area of the screen shows current climate
settings. The lower area of the screen shows function
buttons for frequently used climate functions.
Clima tronic automatic air recirculation mode
With automatic air recirculation mode switched on,
outside air enters the passenger compartment. If the
system detects a high concentration of polluting
Operating modes
The operating modes of the air conditioner are indicated by
colours:
substances in the outside air, air recirculation is
automatically switched on. Recirculation is automatically
switched off as soon as the pollutant content returns
to normal levels. The system cannot detect unpleasant
— Blue: refrigerate
— Red: heating
odors.
Submenu for climate settings Switch
1. Open the climate settings in the infotainment
system ÿ p. 125.
cooling mode, air distribution and fan on and off.
2. Activate or deactivate the automatic mode of
Submenu for general settings
The following functions can be set:
— Automatic air recirculation mode ÿ p. 125
Recirculation
automatic air pulsating air
recirculation
.
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Air Care – Climatronic with allergen filter The
When the outside temperature is very high, briefly
connect the manual mode of re
allergen filter of the Air Care Climatronic can reduce the ingress
of pollutants and allergens, among others.
air circulation helps the passenger compartment to cool down
more quickly.
When Air Care Climatronic is activated, the recirculation of air
from the air conditioner is intensified as much as the risk of the
windows misting up, depending on the humidity in the passenger
compartment and the outside temperature. Air recirculation is
Seat heating and ventilation
regulated automatically and a continuous adaptation takes place to
avoid fatigue in the occupants.
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 123.
1. Open the climate settings in the infotainment system ÿ p. 125.
2. Activate or deactivate the Air Care function by pressing
The front seats may be equipped with heating or combined heating
and ventilation. The rear outboard seats can be heated on three
levels ÿ . The seats are heated and ventilated when the engine is
running.
.
Active Air Care
Cases in which air recirculation is automatically switched
off
Ventilation ventilates the seat with air from the
Air recirculation is automatically switched off in the following
situations ÿ :
passenger compartment, thereby removing moisture
from the body without directly cooling the seat.
Switching off the ignition also switches off the heated and ventilated
— If the defrost/defrost function is activated
clothed.
seats. If the ignition is switched on again within the next 10 minutes,
the driver's seat heating or ventilation will automatically switch on
at the level last set.
— When a sensor detects that the windscreens
hiculus may fog up.
WARNING
Seat heating levels
Stale air can quickly cause driver fatigue and reduce their
ability to concentrate, which could lead to collisions, accidents
and serious injury.
The seat heating operating modes are indicated by colours:
— At the highest heating level, the
all three LEDs yellow.
· Never use air recirculation for a long time, as no outside air
enters the passenger compartment in the meantime.
Seat heating and ventilation levels
· Use air recirculation only for a short time. Otherwise the
The operating modes of seat heating and ventilation are indicated
by colours:
windows could mist up very quickly and seriously impede
visibility.
— At the highest heating level, all three LEDs light up red.
· Disconnect air recirculation when not
need.
— At the highest ventilation level, all three LEDs light up blue.
— If the heater is connected simultaneously
NOTICE
tion and ventilation, one LED lights up red and one blue.
In vehicles with air conditioning, do not smoke when air recirculation
is on. Smoke can settle on the refrigeration evaporator as well as
on the activated carbon dust and pollen filter, permanently
producing unpleasant odours.
Manage heated seats
1. To switch on the seat heating in the child
highest speed, press the key or on the climate control panel.
Climatronic: When reverse gear is engaged or during
2. To adjust the heating level, repeatedly press the key
O .
the automatic wiper sweep, air recirculation is activated
so that odors do not enter the passenger compartment.
3. To switch off the seat heating, press the button or repeatedly
until no LEDs remain lit.
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Separate operation of seat heating and ventilation
These injuries may take a long time to heal or may
never heal completely.
If you have any doubts about your state of health, see
a doctor.
In the case of separate operation, the seat heating
is always switched on by default.
Never use heating or ventilation
1. Select between seat heating and seat ventilation
of the seat if you have limited pain or
temperature perception.
in the climate settings menu of the infotainment
system.
2. To connect the heating or ventilation of the
seat, press the key or .
WARNING
Soaking through the upholstery could cause
the seat heater to stop working properly and could
increase the risk of burns.
3. To adjust the level of heating or ventilation, press
the key or .
4. To turn off heating or ventilation
seat, press the or button repeatedly until no LED
remains lit.
· Before using the seat heater, make sure that the
seat cushion is dry.
Simultaneous operation of seat heating and
ventilation
· Do not sit on the seat with wet clothing or
wet.
· Do not place damp or wet objects or clothing on
top of the seat.
If the seat heating and ventilation work
simultaneously, they can only be operated via the
infotainment system.
· Do not spill liquids on the seat.
1. Open the climate settings in the infotainment
system ÿ p. 125.
NOTICE
2. Adjust the heating and ventilation level in
the infotainment system.
· To avoid damaging the heating elements, do not
kneel on the seats or subject the seat cushion
and backrest to excessive loads concentrated in
a single point.
3. To disconnect the heating and ventilation system
from the
seat, press the fotainment
button.
· If liquids are spilled, sharp objects are left, or
insulating materials (such as a cover or a child
seat) are placed on the seats, the seat heater may
be damaged.
Cases in which seat heating and ventilation
should not be switched on
If any of the following conditions are met, do not
connect the seat heater or seat ventilation.
to:
· If you notice any odor, immediately switch off the
seat heating and have it checked by a specialist
workshop.
— The seat is occupied by a person with limited pain
or temperature perception ÿ .
· If the original seat upholstery is replaced with
another material, the seat heater may overheat or
its function may be limited.
— The seat is not occupied.
— The seat is covered with a cover.
— A seat for children is mounted on the seat
us.
Do not leave the heating and ventilation of
the seats on for longer than the necessary
time. Otherwise it causes unnecessary fuel
— The seat cushion is damp or wet.
consumption.
— For seat heating only: Outside or passenger
compartment temperature is above +25 °C (77
°F).
steering wheel heating
WARNING
Those whose perception of pain or temperature is
totally or partially affected by taking medication or
by some type of paralysis or chronic disease (eg,
diabetes) could suffer burns or hypothermia on
the back, the buttocks or legs when using the
heated or ventilated seats.
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 123.
The steering wheel heater only works with the engine running.
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steering wheel heating levels
The heated windscreen switches off automatically depending
on the outside temperature, but after approx. 8 minutes.
When you switch on the steering wheel heating, the
current level of heating is permanently displayed in the
instrument cluster as a bar graph. At the highest level the
Auto Heated Windshield
three full bars are displayed.
The heated windshield connects automatically if it detects that
some glass could fog up.
Switching the steering wheel heating on and off on the
multifunction steering wheel
1. Open the climate settings in the infotainment system ÿ p. 125.
1. To switch on the steering wheel heating at the highest level,
press .
2. Engage or disengage the automatic heated windscreen by
heated windshield
pressing
automatic
.
2. To adjust the heating level, press repeatedly
of mind .
The automatic heated windscreen is also active when the
climate control is switched off.
3. To switch off the heated steering wheel, press repeatedly until
the bar graph in the instrument cluster goes out.
Thermal windshield through the des function
defrost/defog The heated
Save heating level
windscreen comes on when the defrost/defog function is
activated and a sensor detects that the windscreen could fog up.
1. Switch on the steering wheel heater and adjust to the desired
level.
2. To save the current level, hold down da for approx. 1 second.
Cases in which the heated windshield is automatically
disabled
The heated windscreen is switched off if any of the following
conditions are met:
The heating level is saved and the steering wheel heating is
switched off.
3. To connect the steering wheel heater with the
last saved level, hold down for approx. 1 second.
— Electric power consumption is too high.
to.
— There is a fault in the air conditioning system.
— The set time has elapsed.
Cases in which the steering wheel heating is automatically
switched off
The steering wheel heating is automatically switched off if one
of the following conditions is met:
Problems and solutions
— Electric power consumption is too high.
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
to.
chapter, on page 123.
— There is a fault in the heating system of the
steering wheel.
It is not possible to switch on the cooling mode or it
only works to a limited extent
only works with
The engine cooling mode is
running and at ambient temperatures above +3 °C (+38 °F).
heated windshield
If the engine gets very hot, the cooling mode is switched off
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 123.
.
— Switch on the fan.
The heated windshield only works with the engine running.
— Check the air conditioning fuse ÿ p. 303.
— Change the dust and pollen filter ÿ p. 364.
connect and disconnect
— If the fault persists, go to a specialized workshop
do.
— Manual climate control: Open the menu Vehicle settings of
the infotainment system ÿ p. 36.
— Climatronic: Click on the climate settings
tion of the infotainment system.
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