How to turn on the air conditioning in a Polo?
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Press the AC button located in the center below the dashboard to turn on the air conditioning. Here is some relevant information: 1. The knob on the left is for adjusting the temperature of the air conditioning. Turning it clockwise increases the temperature, while turning it counterclockwise decreases the temperature. The knob in the middle is for adjusting the fan speed, with a total of 4 speed settings. The knob on the left is for adjusting the direction of the air vents and can also be used to activate the defogging function for the windshield. 2. When driving in mountainous areas or by the sea, using the external circulation mode can often fill the car with fresh air, improving the air quality inside the vehicle. However, if you are in a traffic jam, using the external circulation mode will draw in exhaust fumes and dust from outside, significantly reducing the air quality inside the car. In severe cases, it may even cause discomfort to the passengers. Therefore, when driving in congested commuting areas, try to avoid using the external circulation mode to prevent affecting the respiratory health of the occupants.
Turning on the air conditioning in my Polo is quite straightforward. The first step is always to start the engine—never operate the AC while the car is off, as it drains the battery and harms the vehicle. Locate the AC control panel on the center console. For manual AC, rotate the fan knob to start airflow, then turn the temperature dial to the blue zone for cool air, and press the AC button to activate the cooling function. Automatic AC is even simpler: just hit the AUTO button, and the system will adjust fan speed and temperature automatically. Set your desired comfort level by rotating the temperature knob—around 20°C in summer, for example. When using AC, start with external circulation for a few minutes to refresh the cabin air before switching to internal circulation to filter out smog. Don’t forget to check the AC filter regularly for clogs; replacing it yearly ensures optimal cooling efficiency, making your drive safer and more fuel-efficient.
