Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Information on the air conditioning system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
The cooling system for the vehicle interior only works when the engine is running and the blower is switched on.
The air conditioning system operates most effectively with the windows and the electric panorama sliding and tilting glass roof closed. However, if the vehicle has heated up after standing in the sun for some time, the air inside can be cooled more quickly by opening the windows and the electric panorama sliding and tilting glass roof for a short time.
Settings for optimal road visibility
Switching the cooling system on not only reduces the temperature of the vehicle interior, but also the humidity. This improves comfort for the vehicle occupants and prevents the windows from misting when the outside humidity is high.
Air conditioning system (manual)
- Switch off air recirculation mode .
- Set the blowers to the required level.
- Open and position all vents on the dash panel .
- Turn the air distribution controller to the desired position.
- Press the
button to switch the cooling
system on. The indicator lamp in the button lights up.
Climatronic
- Press the
button.
- Set the temperature to +22°C (+72°F).
- Open and position all vents on the dash panel .
Changing the temperature scale in the Climatronic
Press and hold the
and
buttons to switch the temperature
display from Celsius to Fahrenheit and vice versa.
The cooling system cannot be switched on
The following criteria may prevent the cooling system from being switched on:
- The engine is not running.
- The blower is switched off.
- The air conditioning system fuse has blown.
- The ambient temperature is lower than approximately +3℃ (+38°F).
- The compressor has been temporarily switched off because the coolant temperature is too high.
- There is a different fault in the vehicle. The air conditioning system should be checked by a qualified workshop.
Things to note
If the humidity and temperature outside the vehicle are high, condensation can drip off the evaporator in the cooling system and form a pool underneath the vehicle. This is normal and does not indicate a leak.
The windscreen may mist up after starting the engine due to residual humidity in the air conditioning system. Switch the defrost function on in order to clear the windscreen of condensation or mist as quickly as possible.
Controls for the heating and fresh air system
Fig. 127 In the centre console: rotary
controller of the heating and fresh air system with controls
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
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Vents
Fig. 128 In the dash panel: vents
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The vents should be left
open to ensure that the vehicle interior is sufficiently ...
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Start/stop system
Fig. 119 In the upper part of the centre
console: button for the start/stop system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings If the start/stop system is activated, the
engine will be switched off automatically when the vehicle is stationary. When required,
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Checklist
The following actions must always be carried out in the given
order in preparation for filling a tyre :
If you get a flat tyre, park your
vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of
traffic.
Apply the handbrake firmly Braking,
stopping and parking B ...
Repairs and technical modifications
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsRepairs and modifications must always be carried
out according to Volkswagen specifications .
Unauthorised modifications to the electronic components or software in the vehicle
may cause faults. As the electronic componen ...
