At the highest ventilation level, all three blue LEDs come on.
If the seat heating and seat ventilation are switched on at the same time, one red LED comes on and one blue LED comes on.
Using the seat heating function
1. In order to switch on the seat heating at the highest heating level, press the
or
button in the climate control bar.
2. To set the heating level, press the
3. To turn off the seat heating, press the
button or the
button repeatedly.
or button repeatedly until the LED turns off.
Operating seat heating and seat ventilation separately
If operated separately, the last operating mode is always activated.
1. To switch on seat heating or seat ventilation, press the
or
button.
2. Choose between seat heating and seat ventilation in the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system.
3. To adjust the heating or ventilation level, press the
4. To switch off seat heating or seat ventilation, press the
or
button.
button repeatedly until all LEDs turn off.
or
Operating seat heating and seat ventilation simultaneously
For simultaneous operation of seat heating and seat ventilation, the systems can be set only via the Infotainment system.
1. To switch on seat heating or seat ventilation, press the
or
button.
2. Set the heating and ventilation levels via the Air conditioner menu in the Infotainment system.
3. To switch off the seat heating and seat ventilation, tap the
function key in the Infotainment system.
The seat heating and seat ventilation switch on and off automatically
If you switch off the ignition, the seat heating and seat ventilation are also switched off. If you switch on the ignition again within ten minutes, the last heating level o
ventilation level selected for the driver seat is also automatically activated.
When should the seat heating and seat ventilation be switched off?
Switch off the seat heating and seat ventilation under any of the following conditions:
The seat is occupied by a person with a limited perception of pain or temperature
The seat is not occupied
.
A child restraint is installed on the seat
Objects are covering the seat, e.g. protective covers, jackets, blankets or bags.
The seat is damp or wet.
Seat heating only: The interior or exterior temperature is higher than +25 °C (+77 °F).
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).
If you wear an active medical implant, you should consult your doctor or the manufacturer of your implant before operating the seat heating.
Make your vehicle occupants aware of this as well.
WARNING
People who cannot perceive pain or temperature or who have a limited perception of these due to medication, paralysis, or chronic illnesses such as diabetes
could develop burns or undercooling on the back, buttocks, and legs when using seat heating or seat ventilation. Such injuries could take a very long time to heal
or may never heal completely.
If you have a limited perception of pain and/or temperature, never use the seat heating and seat ventilation.
Contact a medical doctor for questions about personal health conditions.
WARNING
If the seat cover is soaked through, this can cause the seat heating to malfunction and increase the risk of burns.
Make sure the seat surface is dry before using the seat heating function.
Never sit on the seat while wearing damp or wet clothing.
Do not place any damp or wet objects and clothing on the seat.
Do not pour any fluids on the seat.
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