Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Switching the auxiliary heater on or off
This page lists every way to switch the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 auxiliary heater on: manually via the immediate heat button in the air conditioning controls, manually via the remote control key, or automatically through a programmed departure time — each with its own indicator confirming the heater is running.
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
| Switching on the auxiliary heater: | ||
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Manually with the immediate heat button in the air conditioning controls. The indicator lamp in the button lights up. | |
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Manually with the remote control key. | |
| Automatically with a programmed and activated departure time. | ||
| Switching off the auxiliary heater: | ||
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Manually with the immediate heat button in the air conditioning controls. The indicator lamp in the button switches off. | |
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Manually with the remote control key. | |
| Automatically when the programmed departure time is reached, or after the programmed operating period has elapsed. | ||
Automatically
if the indicator lamp  lights up (fuel level).
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| Automatically if the charge level of the vehicle battery is too low. | ||
Things to note
The auxiliary heater runs on for a short time after it is switched off so that the remaining fuel in the system can be burnt off. The exhaust gases in the system can also be emitted.
Questions & answers
Switching the auxiliary heater on or off — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I start the Golf Mk7 auxiliary heater manually?
Press the immediate heat button on the climate control panel. The indicator lamp in the button lights up and the heater begins warming the cabin.
Can I start the Golf Mk7 auxiliary heater with the remote control?
Yes. Press the heater button on the remote control from up to 1,000 metres away (open area). An LED on the remote confirms the signal was sent.
How do I stop the Golf Mk7 auxiliary heater?
Press the immediate heat button again, press the off button on the remote control, or let it run down to its programmed end time. It also stops automatically when the engine is started.
