Seat heating
Switching the seat heating on and off in the Air conditioner menu or climate control bar
When the engine is running, the front seats and outer rear seats may be electrically heated in three stages.
Switch seat heating on and off.
If you start the engine again within approximately ten minutes, the last heating level set for the driver seat is automatically switched on.
Seat heating levels
The operating status of the seat heating is shown in colors:
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At the highest heating level, all three LEDss come on.
Using the seat heating function
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In order to switch on the seat heating at the highest heating level, press the
or 
button in the climate control bar. -
To set the heating level, press the
button or the button repeatedly. -
To turn off the seat heating, press the
or button repeatedly until the LEDs turns off.
When should the seat heating function not be turned on?
Do not turn on the seat heating function under any of the following conditions:
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The seat is occupied by a person with a limited perception of pain or temperature ⇒
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The seat is not occupied
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The seat is covered with a seat cover
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A child restraint is installed on the seat
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The seat surface is damp or wet
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The interior or exterior temperature is higher than +77 °F (+25 °C).
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).
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Wearers of an active medical implant should consult their doctor or the manufacturer of their implant before operating the seat heating.
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If necessary, make your vehicle occupants aware of this as well.
WARNING
People who cannot feel pain or perceive temperature or can do so only to a limited extent, due to medication, paralysis or chronic illnesses such as diabetes, could develop burns or hypothermia on the back, buttocks and legs when using seat heating. Such injuries may take a very long time to heal or may never heal completely. Contact a medical doctor for questions about personal health conditions.
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People with a limited perception of pain and/or temperature must never use the seat heating function.
WARNING
If the seat cover is soaked through, this can cause the seat heating to malfunction and increase the risk of burns.
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Make sure the seat surface is dry before using the seat heating function.
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Never sit on the seat while wearing damp or wet clothing.
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Do not place any damp or wet objects and clothing on the seat.
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Do not pour any fluids on the seat.
NOTICE
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To prevent damage to the seat heating elements, never kneel on the seats or exert pressure on the seating surface and backrest with sharp or pointed objects.
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Fluids, sharp objects, and insulating materials, for example a protective cover or child restraint, can damage the seat heating function.
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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.
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If the original seat cover is replaced with a different material, the seat heating may overheat or the operation of the seat heating may be restricted.
In order to save fuel, switch off the seat heating as soon as possible.
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