Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Controls for the heating and fresh air system
Fig. 183 shows the controls for the base-level heating and fresh air system in the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 centre console — the version without full air conditioning. This page explains each control, starting with the temperature regulator and its required setting range.
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, control | Additional information. Heating and fresh air system |
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| Temperature ①. | Turn the regulator to set the temperature as required. The required interior temperature cannot be lower than the outside temperature as the heating and fresh air system cannot cool or dehumidify the air. |
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| Blowers ②. | Setting 0: blower and heating and fresh air system switched off. Setting 6: highest blower setting. |
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| Air distribution ③. | Turn the control to direct the airflow exactly as required. |
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Air distribution to the windscreen. |
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Air distribution to the upper body via the air vents in the dash panel. |
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Air distribution to the upper body and the footwell. |
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Air distribution to the footwell. |
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Air distribution to the windscreen and the footwell. |
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Rear window heating: only functions when the engine is running and switches off automatically after approximately 10 minutes. |
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Air recirculation mode . |
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Button for the seat heating . |
Settings for optimal road visibility
- Switch off air recirculation mode .
- Set blower to level 1 or 2.
- Set the temperature selector to the required position.
- Open and position all vents on the dash panel .
- Turn the air distribution controller to the desired position.
Questions & answers
Controls for the heating and fresh air system — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What is the Golf Mk7 heating and fresh air system?
The base-level climate system without air conditioning. It has rotary dials for temperature and fan speed, and a lever or dial for air distribution — but no AC compressor for cooling.
Can the Golf Mk7 heating-only system demist the windscreen?
Yes. Set the distribution to windscreen, turn the temperature to warm, and increase the fan speed. Without an AC compressor the dehumidification is slower than on cars with air conditioning.
Is there a recirculation mode on the Golf Mk7 heating-only system?
Yes. A recirculation button or lever closes the fresh air intake. The manual warns not to leave it on for too long, as the air becomes stale and windows can mist up.
