How to Turn on the Heater in a Volvo During Winter?

[Anne]

First, fasten your seat belt upon entering the car, press the brake pedal, and prepare to start the engine. Press the one-touch start button to ignite the engine. Run the engine until the water temperature reaches the normal operating temperature of 90 degrees Celsius, then turn the fan speed adjustment knob to the highest setting on the far right. When driving in the city, especially during rush hour traffic jams or in tunnels, it is advisable to use the car heater's internal circulation mode as much as possible.

[DiFrancisco]

I really appreciate the winter heating design of Volvo models. Turning on the heater is indeed simple and effective. After starting the car, let the engine warm up for a minute or two to accumulate sufficient heat; then simply press the AUTO button on the center console, and the system will activate automatically based on the cabin temperature. I prefer setting the temperature between 22 to 24 degrees—this range is comfortable without being stuffy. Volvo's smart zoning feature also allows separate temperature adjustments for the driver's seat and passenger areas. For example, when taking kids out, I set the rear seats a bit higher for safety. Fan speed usually doesn’t require manual adjustment, but if the airflow feels too weak, a light tap on the increase button helps. To prevent window fogging, briefly use the recirculation mode to speed up heating, then switch back to fresh air mode after about five minutes to maintain air quality. This season, it’s important to regularly check the cabin filter to avoid clogging and performance issues. Preheating the car is not only quick but also energy-efficient, making full use of engine heat to reduce extra energy consumption. The whole process involves just a few button presses, and in less than ten minutes, the entire car is comfortably warm.