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How to Reset the Automatic Air Conditioning on a Volkswagen Passat

Model: Volkswagen Passat 3BG, B5 - Years 1996-2005
Part: Air conditioner

Below we will discover the steps that will allow us to reset and recalibrate the automatic air conditioning on the Volkswagen Passat. First, get inside the vehicle and start the ignition and the engine; then start the air conditioning and press and hold the two buttons at the end (air recirculation button and ECON button), as shown in the video. At this point, the reset and recalibration of the flaps will be performed, waiting for completion; all that’s left is to check the correct functioning of the air conditioning!

Posted on 9 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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