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How to Calibrate the Air Flaps on the Volkswagen Passat B8 Climatronic

Model: Volkswagen Passat MK 8, 3G, B8 - Years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Part: A/C controls

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In this video, see how to perform the basic settings for the air flaps on the Volkswagen Passat B8 with the touch version of the climatronic, without needing to use the OBD11 diagnostic interface. Turn on the ignition and simultaneously press the A/C and air distribution buttons.

After a few seconds (generally between 3 and 5), the LED indicators will start to flash. Release the buttons and wait for the basic setting procedure to complete.

Once calibration is finished, the LEDs will return to their normal state. The same procedure can be applied to other Volkswagen vehicles equipped with the same touch climatronic system.


Updated on 17 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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