
Seats and storage compartments
116AUX-USB* Input connectionFor information concerning the use of this equipment, please see the Radio 
handbook.First-aid kit, warning triangle, fire 
extinguisher*First-aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisherThe use of reflective warning triangles is obligatory in emergencies in some 
countries. As are the first aid kit and a set of spare light bulbs.
The first-aid kit and the fire extinguisher are located in the luggage compart-
ment, held in place by Velcro. The warning triangle may be located in the rear of the luggage compartment 
secured by rubber bands.
Note
•The first aid kit, the warning triangles and the fire extinguisher are not 
supplied with the vehicle as standard.•The first aid kit, the warning triangles and the fire extinguisher should 
meet legal requirements.•The expiry date of the content of the first aid kit should be checked.•Ensure that the fire extinguisher is fully functional. The fire extinguisher 
should, therefore, be checked regularly. The sticker on the fire extinguisher 
will inform you of the next date for checking.•Before purchasing accessories and spare parts, see the instructions in 
⇒ page 175, “Accessories, parts replacement and modifications”.Luggage compartmentStoring objects
All luggage must be securely stowed.Please observe the following points to ensure the vehicle handles 
well at all times:
– Distribute the load as evenly as possible.
– Place heavy objects as far forward in the luggage compartment 
as possible.
Fig. 86  AUX/USB* input 
connection (depending on 
the equipment)
Ibiza_EN.book  Seite 116  Mittwoch, 1. September 2010  5:24 17 

Air conditioning119
Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Air conditioningHeatingControls– Using the controls   and   and with the switch    ⇒fig. 88  
you can adjust the temperature, the air distribution and the 
blower speed.
– Press the button   to switch ai r recirculation mode on or off. 
When the function is activated, a warning light on the button is 
turned on.Te m p e r a t u r e
Switch   adjusts temperature. The required temperature inside the vehicle 
cannot be lower than the ambient temperature. Maximum heat output, which  is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is only available when the engine 
has reached its operating temperature.
Blower
The air flow can be set at four speeds with switch  . The blower should 
always be set at the lowest speed when driving slowly.
Air distribution
Control   for setting the flow of air in the required direction.
 < – Air distribution towards the windscreen in order to demist. For safety 
reasons,  it is not recommended  to switch air recirculation on. – Air distribution to the upper body – Air distribution to footwell – Air distribution to the windscreen and the footwell.
Air recirculation mode 
Air recirculation mode   on (a lamp lights up in red) prevents strong odours 
from the outside air from entering in the vehicle, for example when passing 
through a tunnel or in a traffic jam  ⇒.
When the outside temperature is low, air recirculation mode improves 
heating performance by heating air from the interior instead of cold air from 
the outside.
WARNING
•For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with 
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise 
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system, 
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Fig. 88  Heating controls 
on the dash panel
AA
AC
AB
AD
AA
AB
AC
AD
Ibiza_EN.book  Seite 119  Mittwoch, 1. September 2010  5:24 17 

Air conditioning
122Air distribution 
Outlets   and   can be closed or opened separately and the air flow 
directed as required.
Air conditioning* ControlsThe air conditioning system only works when the engine is running 
and the fan is switched on.
– Using the controls  ⇒fig. 91    and   and with the switch   
you can adjust the temperature, the air distribution and the 
blower speed.
– To switch a function on or off, press the appropriate button   or  . When the function is activated, a red warning light on the 
button is turned on.
– To demist the wind screens:
– Turn air distribution to 
 <
Switch on symbol
Main air output through outlets:
 <
1, 2
5
1, 2, 5
3, 4
AC
A3
A4
Fig. 91  Air conditioning 
controls on the dash 
panel
AA
AC
ABAD
AE
Ibiza_EN.book  Seite 122  Mittwoch, 1. September 2010  5:24 17 

Air conditioning123
Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
– Turn the fan control to one of the two levels depending on the 
speed required.
– Rotate the temperature control to the desired level of comfort.
– Close outlets 
– Open and turn outlets   towards side windows
Temperature selector  ⇒page 123
Blower control. There are four speed settings for the blower. At low 
speed, it is recommended to set the blower to a minimum of 1 to improve 
the intake of fresh air.
Air distribution control  ⇒page 123
Air recirculation button    ⇒page 124
 button – Switch on air conditioning  ⇒page 123WARNING
For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with 
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise 
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system, 
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Note
Please consider the general notes.
Vehicle interior heating or cooling system Interior heating
– Disconnect the cooling system using button  ⇒fig. 92    (the 
button light turns off).
– Turn the temperature selector   to set the desired temperature  inside the vehicle.
– Turn the blower switch to any of of the settings 1-4.
– Set the air distribution control   to the air flow configuration 
desired:   (towards the windscreen),   (towards the chest),   (towards the footwell) and   (towards the windscreen and 
footwell areas).
Interior cooling
– Connect the cooling system with button   (the button light  should  light up).
A3
A4
AAABACAD
AE
AC
Fig. 92  Air conditioning 
controls on the dash 
panel
AC
AAAC
 <
AC
Ibiza_EN.book  Seite 123  Mittwoch, 1. September 2010  5:24 17 

Air conditioning
124
– Turn the temperature control switch until the desired interior temperature is reached.
– Turn the blower switch to any of of the settings 1-4.
– Set the air distribution control to the air flow configuration  desired:   (towards the windscreen),   (towards the chest), 
 (towards the footwell) and   (towards the windscreen and 
footwell areas).Heating
Maximum heat output, which is needed to defrost the windows quickly, is 
only available when the engine has reached its operating temperature.
Coolant system
When the air conditioning is switched on, the temperature and the air 
humidity go down. This way, if the outside humidity is extreme, the air condi-
tioning prevents the misting of the windows and therefore, comfort is 
improved.
If the air conditioning does not work, this may be due to the following 
reasons:•The engine is stationary.•The fan blower is switched off.•The outside temperature is below +3 °C.•The cooling system compressor has been temporarily switched off 
because of an increased engine coolant temperature.•The air conditioner fuse is faulty.•Another fault in the vehicle. Have the air conditioning checked by a qual-
ified workshop.
Air recirculation   
Air recirculation mode prevents fumes or unpleasant smells 
from coming from the outside.When air recirculation mode is switched on (button  ⇒page 123, fig. 92    
with warning lamp) strong odours in the outside air do not enter the vehicle 
interior, for example when passing through a tunnel or in a traffic jam.
When the outside temperature is low, air recirculation mode improves 
heating performance by heating air from  the interior instead of cold air from 
the outside.
When the outside temperature is high, air recirculation mode improves 
cooling performance by cooling air from the interior instead of warm air from 
outside.
For safety reasons, the air recirculation  should not be switched on when the 
air distribution control is set to the windscreen setting 
 <.
WARNING
In air recirculation mode, no cold air from the outside enters the vehicle 
interior. If the air conditioner is switched off, the windows can quickly mist 
over. Therefore, never leave the air recirculation mode switched on for a 
long time (risk of accident).
Note
•When engaging reverse gear, the air recirculation is connected automati-
cally to prevent the entrance of exhaust fumes in the vehicle on travelling 
backwards. The warning lamp on the button   does not light up.•If the temperature control is turned to the coldest setting (blue point) and 
the switch   is activated, the “Air recirculation” function is automatically 
activated in order to cool the vehicle rapidly using less energy; its function 
indicator will light.
 <
AC
Ibiza_EN.book  Seite 124  Mittwoch, 1. September 2010  5:24 17 

Air conditioning
126
AC indicator (Cooling connected)
Interior temperature indicator selected
Air flow direction indicator
Fan speed increase
Fan speed decrease
Interior temperature increase
Interior temperature decrease
 button – Automatic adjustment of temperature, ventilation and air 
distribution
Button   – Windscreen demisting function. The air drawn in is directed 
at the windscreen. The air recirculation mode will be switched off as soon 
as the demisting function is switched on. At temperatures over 3 °C, the 
cooling system is switched on automatically in order to dry the air.
Button   – Air distribution to head area
Button   – Air distribution to the upper body.
Button   – Air distribution to footwell
 – Manual air recirculation
 button - To switch on the air conditioning.WARNING
For your safety, the windows should never be fogged up or covered with 
snow or ice. This is essential to ensure good visibility. Please familiarise 
yourself with the correct operation of the heating and ventilation system, 
including the demist/defrost functions for the windows.
Note
Please consider the general notes.
Automatic mode
In automatic mode air temperature, air flow and distribution 
are automatically regulated so that a specified temperature is 
attained as quickly as possible, and then maintained.Switching on automatic mode
– Press the button  . The indication  ⇒page 125, fig. 93    
is visible.
–Press keys  and   ⇒page 125, fig. 93  to adjust the desired 
temperature inside the vehicle. We recommend you adjust the 
temperature to 22 °C (72 °F).A comfortable interior climate is quickly reached when a temperature of 22 °C 
(72 °F) is set in automatic mode. Therefore, we recommend you not to change 
this adjustment, except as necessary to suit individual preferences or partic-
ular circumstances. The inside temperature can be set between +18 °C (64 °F) 
and +29 °C (86 °F). If a lower or higher temperature is selected,  LO or  HI are 
respectively displayed on the screen. These are approximate temperatures 
which may slightly vary depending on the outside conditions.
Climatronic maintains a constant temperature. To do it, it automatically regu-
lates the supplied air temperature, the blower speed and the air distribution. 
The system also considers the sunlight radiation, so there is no need for 
manual readjustment. Therefore,  automatic mode almost always provides 
the best comfort for the vehicle occupants throughout the year.
Automatic mode is switched off whenever an adjustment is made using the 
buttons for the air distribution, blower or  . The temperature continues to 
self-regulate.
A5A6A7A8A9A10A11A12
AUTO
A13
 <
A14
A15
A16
A17
A18
AC
AUTO
A7
A10
A11
AC
Ibiza_EN.book  Seite 126  Mittwoch, 1. September 2010  5:24 17 

Air conditioning127
Safety First
Operating Instructions
Practical Tips
Technical Specifications
Manual mode
In manual mode the air temperature, flow, and the desired air 
distribution can be adjusted.Switching on manual mode
– Press one of the buttons  ⇒page 125, fig. 93    to   or press 
the blower control   and   down. The indicator is switched off  .Te m p e r a t u r e
The inside temperature can be set between +18 °C (64 °F) and +29 °C (86 °F). 
These are approximate temperatures which may slightly vary depending on 
the outside conditions.
If a temperature below 18 °C (64 °F), is selected, the display switches to  LO In 
this setting the system runs at maximum cooling output and the temperature 
is not regulated.
If a temperature above 29 °C (86 °F) is selected, the display switches to  HI In 
this setting the system runs at maximum heating output and the temperature 
is not controlled.
Blower
The blower can be adjusted with buttons   and    ⇒page 125, fig. 93. If 
the blower is off (level   is not shown on the screen) and button   is kept 
pressed down, the Climatronic switches off. Then  OFF is displayed on the 
screen.
Air distribution
The air distribution is adjusted using the buttons  ,   and  . It is also 
possible to open and close some of the air outlets separately. Switching the air conditioning on and off
Pressing the button   the air cooling system can be switched off in order to 
save fuel. The temperature continues to self-regulate. The set temperature 
can then only be reached if it is higher than the outside temperature.
Air recirculation mode 
Air recirculation mode prevents fumes or unpleasant smells 
from coming from the outside.– Press the button   to switch air recirculation mode on or off. 
This is ON if the symbol 
 ⇒ page 125, fig. 93 is displayed on 
the screen.
Air recirculation mode prevents strong odours in the ambient air from 
entering the vehicle interior, for example when passing through a tunnel or in 
a traffic jam.
When the outside temperature is low, air recirculation mode improves 
heating performance by heating air from the interior instead of cold air from 
the outside.
When the outside temperature is high, air recirculation mode improves 
cooling performance by cooling air from the interior instead of warm air from 
outside.
For safety reasons, the air recirculation  should not be switched on when the 
air distribution control is set to the windscreen setting 
 <.
WARNING
In air recirculation mode, no cold air from the outside enters the vehicle 
interior. If the air conditioner is switched off, the windows can quickly mist 
A14
A16
A8
A9
A3
A8
A9
A1
A9
AC
Ibiza_EN.book  Seite 127  Mittwoch, 1. September 2010  5:24 17 

Driving
130SafetyElectronic Stability Programme (ESP)* 
ESP helps make driving safer in certain situations.The Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) contains the electronic differential 
lock (EDL) and the traction control system (TCS). The ESP function works 
together with the ABS. Both warning lamps will light up if the ESP or ABS 
systems are faulty.
The ESP is started automatically when the engine is started.
The ESP is always active, and cannot be switched off. With the ESP switch it is 
only possible to switch TCS off.
WARNING
•The Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) cannot defy the laws of 
physics. This should be kept in mi nd, particularly on slippery and wet 
roads and when towing a trailer.•Always adapt your driving style to suit the condition of the roads and 
the traffic situation. Do not let the extra safety afforded by ESP tempt you 
into taking any risks when driving, as this can cause accidents.•Please refer to the corresponding warning notes on ESP in  ⇒page 153, 
“Intelligent technology”.
Ignition lockPosition of the ignition key
Fig. 95  Detailed view of 
the centre console: ESP 
button.
Fig. 96  Ignition key posi-
tions
Ibiza_EN.book  Seite 130  Mittwoch, 1. September 2010  5:24 17