Volkswagen Golf 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 panorama tilting 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 panorama tilting 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.
- Set the temperature selector to the middle position.
- 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 .
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. 183 In the centre console: controls
for the heating and fresh air system
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Button, con ...
Vents
Fig. 184 In the dash panel: vents
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Vents
The vents should be left open to ensure that the vehicle interior is sufficie ...
Other materials:
Corrosion protection for body components, add-on components and welded
components
Attachments
Wings, doors, covers and flaps must be coated completely on
the inside as well. One wet-in-wet spray pass is adequate for
this.
Before installing, add-on parts must be sealed with cav ...
Childproof lock
Fig. 34 In the left rear door: childproof
lock Ⓐ switched off, Ⓑ switched on
Fig. 35 In the right rear door: childproof
lock Ⓐ switched off, Ⓑ switched on
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The childproof lock prevents the rear doors from bein ...
Overview of fitting locations - aerial systems
1 -
Frequency modulation (FM) frequency filter in positive wire -R179-
On window frame to the left of the rear lid
FM trap circuit (+)
Has the task of preventing the aerial signals being shorted to earth
R ...