2021 VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC heater

Personalisation: welcome and user selection ⇒ Personalisation .
Open doors, bonnet and boot lid
The instrument cluster display indicates if any doors, the engine compartment or boot lid are open
once the vehicle has been unlocked, and while the vehicle is in motion. In some cases, a signal tone
is also given. Different instrument cluster designs may have different displays.
Selector lever positions (DSG® dual clutch gearbox)
The gear selected is displayed on the side of the selector lever and on the display in the instrument
cluster. The instrument cluster display may show which gear has been selected if the selector lever is
in D/S position or in Tiptronic mode ⇒ DSG® dual clutch gearbox .
Outside temperature display
If the outside temperature falls below approximately +4°C (+39°F), the temperature display also
shows a snowflake symbol . This symbol remains lit up until the outside temperature rises
above +6°C (+43°F) ⇒ .
Heat radiated from the engine may cause the temperature display to show a slightly higher value
than the actual outside temperature if the vehicle is stationary, the auxiliary heater ⇒ Auxiliary
heater and ventilation  is switched on or the vehicle is travelling at a very low vehicle speed.
The measured range is -45°C (-49°F) to +76°C (+169°F).
Gear-change indicator
While the vehicle is in motion, the instrument cluster may show which gear should be selected to
reduce fuel consumption ⇒ Gear-change indicator .
Mileage displays
The odometer registers the total distance travelled by the vehicle.
The trip recorder (trip) shows the distance travelled since the trip recorder was last reset.
Vehicles with analogue instrument cluster: press the button in the instrument cluster
briefly to reset the trip recorder to 0 ⇒ Analogue instrument cluster .
Vehicles with digital instrument cluster: reset the trip recorder via the Infotainment system or
via the multifunction display ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays  or ⇒ Driving data display
(multifunction display) .
Speed warning for winter tyres
A display in the instrument cluster indicates when the set maximum speed has been exceeded
⇒ Instrument cluster menus .
Speed warning settings can be made in the vehicle settings in the Infotainment system ⇒ Vehicle
settings menu .
Compass display

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Vehicle settings menu 
⇒ Performance monitor 
⇒ Lap timer 
⇒ Personalisation 
The Infotainment system combines key vehicle systems in a central operating unit, e.g. menu
settings, radio or navigation system.
General information on operation
The following section contains relevant information on the settings that can be adjusted in the
Vehicle settings menu. Basic information on operating the Infotainment system and on warning and
safety instructions is contained in a separate manual ⇒BookletInfotainment system,.
Systems settings and vehicle information display
After pressing the button or touching the function button followed by the Vehicle function
button, touch the corresponding function buttons to display information or make settings. The
current status of systems can be checked or system faults displayed by touching the function
button in the Vehicle status menu.
Vehicle settings (setup) ⇒ Vehicle settings menu .
Think Blue. Trainer. ⇒ Think Blue. Trainer. 
Performance monitor ⇒ Performance monitor .
Lap timer ⇒ Lap timer .
Offroad display ⇒ Offroad driving situations .
Auxiliary heater settings ⇒ Auxiliary heater and ventilation .
Active media.
Driving data.
Vehicle status.
Convenience consumers.
Radio station selection.

WARNING
Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted. Operating the Infotainment system can
distract you from the road.

Fig. 92 In the upper part of the centre console: Climatronic air conditioning block.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
Some functions and buttons may vary according to the vehicle equipment and the type of system
installed.
– Air conditioning settings in the Infotainment system
Press the button in the air conditioning block to open the Climatronic air conditioning settings
in the Infotainment system.
The upper part of the screen shows the current air conditioning settings.
Blue: cooling.
Red: heating.
Touch the function button to set the automatic control of air recirculation mode, the
supplementary heater and the windscreen heating.
Touch the function button to switch cooling mode, air distribution and the blower on and off via
the Infotainment system.
Touch the Presettings function button to set the automatic mode, the maximum cooling output, the
defrost function and the manual mode of the cooling system via the Infotainment system.
Touch the function button to set the blower speed in mode.
Switching off
Press the button in the air conditioning block (vehicles without auxiliary heater).
OR: touch the function button on the Infotainment system.
Manual air conditioning system: turn the centre rotary control to position ⇒ Fig. 91 .
Climatronic: turn the centre rotary control anti-clockwise as far as it will go ⇒ Fig. 92 .
– Climatronic with allergen filter
The allergen filter of the Air Care Climatronic can reduce the amount of pollutants and also allergens
that enter the vehicle interior.

Press the button in the air conditioning block.
Touch the Air Care function button.
Touch the Active function button to switch the Air Care function on or off.
– Synchronising the temperature settings
Press the button to adopt the temperature settings of the driver side for the front passenger
side.
– Automatic mode
The automatic mode ensures constant temperatures in the vehicle interior. The air temperature, air
quantity and air distribution are regulated automatically. Automatic mode switches off if ventilation
is adjusted manually.
– Cooling mode
Press the button in the air conditioning block to switch cooling mode on or off.
In cooling mode, the air is dehumidified.
– Maximum cooling
Manual air conditioning system: turn the left rotary control to position . Air
recirculation mode is switched on automatically.
Climatronic: press the button. Air recirculation mode is switched on automatically
and the air distribution is set to the position.
/ – Temperature
Manual air conditioning system: turn the left rotary control ⇒ Fig. 91 .
Climatronic: turn the outer rotary controls ⇒ Fig. 92  to adjust the temperatures for the driver
and front passenger sides.
The set temperatures are displayed above the rotary controls for Climatronic.
– Seat and steering wheel heating
Press the buttons or to switch the seat heating on and off ⇒ Seat heating .
To operate the seat heating and steering wheel heating at the same time with the button, link
the two functions via the air conditioning settings in the Infotainment system ⇒ Switching the
steering wheel heating on or off together with the seat heating (only for Climatronic) .
/ – Auxiliary heater

Press the button in the air conditioning block to switch the auxiliary heater on and off when the
ignition is switched off ⇒  .
Touch the function button in the Infotainment system air conditioning settings to access the
Auxiliary heater menu ⇒ Auxiliary heater and ventilation .
The auxiliary heater provides additional heating when the ignition is switched on.
– Blower
Turn the middle rotary control.
When Climatronic is in automatic mode, no blower speed is displayed in the rotary control.
– Air recirculation mode
Press the button.
Air distribution
– air distribution to the upper body via the vents in the dash panel.
– air distribution to footwell.
– air distribution to the upper body and the footwell.
– air distribution to the windscreen and the footwell.
– air distribution to the windscreen.
| – Defrost function
Manual air conditioning system: turn the right rotary knob to position ⇒ Fig. 91 .
Climatronic: press the button ⇒ Fig. 92 .
Manual air conditioning system: in the defrost function, the air recirculation mode switches off
and the air conditioning compressor for the cooling system switches on in order to dehumidify the
air. When the defrost function is switched on, it is not possible to switch the air recirculation mode
on or the air conditioning compressor off1).
– Rear window heating
Press to switch the rear window heating on or off while the engine is running.
The rear window heating will switch off after 10 minutes at the latest.
Recommended settings for manual air conditioning system
Switch off air recirculation mode.
Set blower to setting or .

The cooling system cannot be switched on or its function is restricted
The cooling system functions only when the engine is running and at ambient temperatures above
+3°C (+38°F).
The cooling system is switched off when the engine is very warm.
Switch on the blower.
Check the fuse of the air conditioning system ⇒ Fuses in the dash panel .
Change the dust and pollen filter ⇒ Service .
If the fault persists, seek expert assistance.
The heating and fresh air system cannot be switched on or its function is restricted
The heating and defrost function are more effective when the engine is warm.
If the fault persists, seek expert assistance.
Condensation on the windows
Keep the air intake in front of the windscreen free of ice, snow or leaves in order to improve heating
and cooling performance ⇒ Vehicle care .
Do not cover the air vents in the rear of the luggage compartment to allow air to flow through the
vehicle from the front to the rear.
Press the button or turn the rotary knob to position in order to switch on the defrost
function ⇒ .
The wrong unit of temperature is set
Change the unit of temperature for all temperature displays in the vehicle using the Infotainment
system ⇒ Infotainment system controls and displays .
Change the unit of temperature in the instrument cluster menu ⇒ Instrument cluster .
Water under the vehicle
If the humidity and temperature outside the vehicle are high, condensation can drip off the
evaporator of the cooling system and form a pool underneath the vehicle. This is normal and does
not indicate a leak!
If the outside humidity is high and the outside temperature low, condensation may evaporate when
the auxiliary heater is running ⇒ Auxiliary heater and ventilation . If this is the case, steam may
appear underneath the vehicle. This is not a sign that the vehicle is damaged.

WARNING
Poor visibility through all windows increases the risk of collisions and accidents, which can cause
serious injuries.

Always ensure that all windows are free of ice, snow and mist to ensure good visibility.
Maximum heat output and the fastest possible defrosting of the windows are possible only when
the engine is running. Do not start your journey until you have good visibility.
To help ensure good visibility, make sure that you use the air conditioning system and the rear
window heating correctly.
Auxiliary heater and ventilation
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Switching the auxiliary heater and ventilation on and off 
⇒ Programming the auxiliary heater and ventilation 
⇒ Remote control 
The auxiliary heater and ventilation system can be used to heat the vehicle interior in the winter and
ventilate it in the summer. It is able to clear ice, condensation and a thin layer of snow from the
windscreen. The auxiliary heater is supplied with fuel from the vehicle fuel tank and can be operated
when the vehicle is stationary with the ignition switched off. The auxiliary ventilation system is
powered by the 12-volt vehicle battery.
Auxiliary heater exhaust system
The emissions generated by the auxiliary heater are discharged via an exhaust pipe underneath the
vehicle. The exhaust pipe must not be blocked by snow, mud or other objects.

WARNING
Among other things, the emissions from the auxiliary heater contain carbon monoxide, which is an
odourless and colourless poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide can cause people to lose consciousness. It
can also cause death.
Never switch on the auxiliary heater when the vehicle is in unventilated or closed rooms nor let the
auxiliary heater run in unventilated or closed rooms.
Never program the auxiliary heater so that it is switched on and runs in unventilated or closed
rooms.

WARNING
Parts of the auxiliary heater exhaust system become very hot. This can cause fires.
Park the vehicle so that no part of the exhaust system can come into contact with any inflammable
material underneath the vehicle, e.g. dry grass.

NOTICE
Food, medicine and other items that are sensitive to heat or cold could be either damaged or
rendered useless by the air flowing out of the vents.
Never leave food, medicines or other temperature-sensitive objects in front of the vents.
Switching the auxiliary heater and ventilation on and off
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒Introduction 
The auxiliary heater can be operated only when the ignition is switched off. If the ignition is switched
on while the auxiliary heater is working, the auxiliary heater continues to run to provide additional
heat.
Switching on the auxiliary heater
Press the immediate heat button in the air conditioning block ⇒ Front controls .
OR: press the button on the remote control ⇒ Remote control .
OR: program the departure time ⇒ Programming the auxiliary heater and ventilation .
The auxiliary heater heats the vehicle interior to at least 22 ℃.
The auxiliary heater will not switch on if the 12-volt vehicle battery is low or the fuel tank is empty.
Switching off the auxiliary heater manually
Press the immediate heat button in the air conditioning block ⇒ Front controls .
OR: press the button on the remote control ⇒ Remote control .
OR: touch the function button on the Infotainment system ⇒ Programming the auxiliary heater
and ventilation .
Auxiliary heater switches off automatically
When the programmed departure time is reached, or after the programmed operating period has
elapsed ⇒ Programming the auxiliary heater and ventilation .
When the indicator lamp lights up (fuel gauge) ⇒ Fuel gauge .
If the charge level of the 12-volt vehicle battery is too low ⇒ 12-volt vehicle battery .
The auxiliary heater runs on for a short time after it has been switched off manually or automatically
so that the remaining fuel in the system can be burnt off.

When the vehicle is at a standstill, the auxiliary heater can be activated up to three times in
succession for the maximum operating duration.