It is possible to set whether automatic starting of the heated seats should be activated/deactivated when the driver is in the car.1 With automatic starting activated, electric heating will start when the ambient temperature is 10 °C (50 °F) or lower.
Open the climate view in the centre display by tapping on the temperature button at the bottom centre of the centre display.
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Select the desired setting under Auto driver seat heat and Auto passenger seat heat to activate/deactivate automatic start of heated driver's and passenger seat.