Controls on the center console

Seat heating switches

On models of the corresponding configuration, the front seat cushions are equipped with built-in heating elements, which are activated from individual switches. The front seat switches are integrated into the center console to the left and right of the cigarette lighter (see illustration 17.9).



To activate the electric heating, it is necessary to press the button of the corresponding switch - the LED built into the switch button should light up.

The operation of the electric heater of each seat is controlled by a temperature-sensitive sensor-switch, which automatically turns on and off the corresponding heating element, maintaining the set temperature. The electric heating system starts to function only when the ignition is on.

Attention: Do not turn on the electric heaters for a long time, and also if there is no passenger on the seat! Never cover the seats with any heat-insulating coverings (blankets, cushions, slipcovers, etc.), - this can lead to overheating of heating elements! Do not put hard and heavy objects on the seats, do not pierce the seat cushions with pins or similar objects, as this may lead to failure of the heating elements.

Lever of the selector AT/gear shifting manual transmission

The AT selector/gearshift lever has a floor-mounted design and is placed on the center console panel. When equipped, the sport mode switch button is integrated into the selector lever handle (see Section 25). Features of driving a car with various configuration options are described in Part E.

Winter driving switch (models with AT/Easytronic)

If equipped, the switch button is integrated into the center console panel next to the selector lever. Detailed information on using the winter mode is given in the corresponding section.

Parking brake lever

The parking brake lever is located between the front seats, on the center console (see illustration 17.10).



To cock the parking brake, without pressing the lock button on the end part, pull the lever up towards you (lever locking is automatic), - the corresponding control lamp on the instrument cluster must be activated (see Section 16).

The parking brake is released as follows: slightly pull the lever up, press the release button on the end of the lever handle (see illustration 17.10), then push it down. To facilitate lever movement, it is recommended to hold the vehicle with the foot brake pedal.

Attention: Do not forget to release the parking brake before driving off - make sure that the indicator lamp built into the instrument cluster is turned off!