Preconditioning can use direct start or be set via the timer.
- In a cold climate, the parking heater warms up the passenger compartment to a comfortable temperature.
- The air conditioning, in a hot climate, cools the passenger compartment to the comfort temperature.
- Activation of heated steering wheel* and heated seats* for driver and passenger can be selected.
- Heated windscreen, rear window and door mirrors are automatically activated as required.
Warning
During preconditioning in a hot climate, condensation from the air conditioning may drip under the car. This is normal.
Note
Preconditioning can be used to heat the car even if it is not connected to an electrical socket. Full preconditioning is available when the hybrid battery is sufficiently charged. Otherwise, preconditioning is limited depending on the charge level of the hybrid battery.
If the car is not connected to an electrical socket, it is still possible to cool the passenger compartment briefly in a warm climate by starting preconditioning directly.
A charging station which is not always active, e.g. on account of a timer, may cause preconditioning to malfunction.
Note
Note
Pre-cleaning* starts automatically when preconditioning is completed.
Windows and doors must be closed for pre-cleaning to be possible.