Where is the exterior circulation button located on the Sagitar?
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The exterior circulation button on the Sagitar is located on the right side of the control panel. The button for switching to exterior circulation is within the red frame. When the indicator light is on, it indicates interior circulation; otherwise, it indicates exterior circulation. The exterior circulation button features a small car icon with a circular arrow pattern. To activate exterior circulation, simply press the button. Scenarios for using the car's exterior circulation: Exterior circulation refers to the process of heating or cooling the air outside the car and then introducing it into the car, facilitating gas exchange between the inside and outside of the vehicle. Whether turning on the heater or the air conditioner, it is advisable to first activate the interior circulation. However, continuously using interior circulation can lead to an increase in carbon dioxide levels inside the car. Once the internal temperature stabilizes, it is appropriate to switch to exterior circulation to exchange air with the outside, keeping the interior air fresh and comfortable. When the external air quality is poor, such as in heavy traffic with high exhaust emissions or in underground parking lots with poor air quality, it is recommended not to use exterior circulation. During high-speed driving, if the air inside the car feels stuffy, instead of opening the windows, activating exterior circulation can help ventilate the car while maintaining the interior air quality by keeping the interior circulation on.
In the Volkswagen Sagitar's air conditioning system, the external circulation button is typically located on the central control panel of the dashboard air conditioning controls, where you can easily spot a series of buttons and icons. The button is marked with an icon of a small car with arrows pointing into the vehicle, sometimes labeled as 'RECIRC OFF' or similar. Its specific position is on the left side of the panel or near the driver's side. For newer models after 2020, the design may be more modern with touch controls, but the functionality remains the same. Press it lightly to activate, and the illuminated light indicates that outside air is entering, which helps ventilate the cabin, especially in traffic jams to avoid CO₂ buildup from internal circulation. The placement is ergonomic, naturally within reach while driving without needing to bend or fumble. If you can't find it, I recommend quickly checking Chapter 4 of the owner's manual on air conditioning. During the initial adaptation period for a new car, it might feel unfamiliar, but the button itself provides crisp feedback and is intuitive. Using external circulation is particularly effective for preventing window fogging on rainy days—don’t overlook this handy feature.
