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Where is the Passat air conditioning cooling button located?

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VanEvan
07/29/25 4:00pm
The Passat air conditioning cooling button is the A/C button in the control area. Below are the specific details of the 2021 Passat: 1. Exterior: The Passat primarily features adjustments to the bumper, adopting the same style as the Passat New Energy version. 2. Interior: As a mid-cycle facelift model, the 2021 Passat comes standard with front dual airbags, front side airbags, front and rear head air curtains, EPB, auto hold, ESP, and various other equipment to ensure vehicle safety. 3. Powertrain: The Passat still offers three powertrain options: 1.4T and 2.0T in both low and high power versions. The 1.4T version delivers 110kW (150Ps) and 250N·m of torque, paired with a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission. The 2.0T low-power version produces 137kW (186Ps) and 320N·m of torque, while the high-power version delivers 162kW (220Ps) and 350N·m of torque. Both 2.0T powertrains are matched with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.
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DelKaden
08/15/25 4:09am
Where is the air conditioning cooling button on the Passat? I'm familiar with this question. When using this car, I found that the cooling button is usually located on the air conditioning control panel on the center console, where there are several buttons and knobs. There is a small snowflake icon or a button labeled 'AC', generally positioned next to the temperature adjustment knob. Operating it is quite simple: after starting the car, turn on the air conditioning system, press that button, and the compressor will start working, blowing out cold air. I once encountered a situation where a friend complained that the air conditioning wasn’t cooling, only to find out he hadn’t pressed this button, thinking adjusting the temperature alone would suffice. Actually, Volkswagen’s design is quite intuitive, but if the button is too old, it might malfunction—due to wear or circuit issues—and then it’s time to visit a repair shop. In short, before driving, check the panel to ensure the button isn’t stuck, affecting the cooling performance.
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StCali
10/12/25 5:17am
I often use the air conditioning cooling button in the Passat, which is located on the center console. The air conditioning control area is positioned to the right of the instrument panel, featuring a row of buttons. The cooling button is usually a small independent one, marked with a snowflake symbol or the English 'AC'. Pressing it once activates the cooling function. I've tried several Passat models, and the position remains the same, hardly ever changing. Sometimes, if the button doesn't respond, it might be due to a fuse issue or a damaged button, requiring a simple check of the wiring. After operation, you'll feel the cold air coming out—just be careful not to confuse it with the heating button. Volkswagen's design is quite user-friendly, but if the buttons get dirty, they can easily get stuck, so it's advisable to clean the panel regularly.
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VanLila
11/25/25 6:20am
When using the Passat, the cooling button is located on the air conditioning control panel. Look for the center console area, where there's a button labeled 'AC' or with a snowflake symbol. Press it to activate the cooling function. The position is fixed for easy operation.
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