Seat Heating

Seat warmers are designed to heat the front seats in cold weather. With the ignition switch in the ON position, press any of the switches to heat the driver's or front passenger's seat.
In mild weather or when seat warmers are not required, keep the switches in the OFF position.
Temperature Control (Manual)
• Each time the switch is pressed, the seat heating level will change as follows:

• The seat warmer defaults to the OFF position whenever the ignition switch is turned on.
Temperature Control (Automatic)
The seat heater automatically starts to control the seat temperature to prevent low-temperature burns after manual operation.

You can manually press the button to increase the seat temperature. However, it will soon return to automatic mode.
- If the switch is pressed for more than 1.5 seconds, the seat warmer turns off.
- The seat warmer is in the OFF position by default each time the engine is started. The stop button is in the ON position.
NOTICE
When the seat warmer switch is in the ON position, the seat warmer system automatically turns on or off depending on the seat temperature.
CAUTION
- When cleaning the seats, do not use organic solvents such as paint thinner, benzene, alcohol, or gasoline. This may damage the surface of the seat warmer or seat.
- To prevent overheating of the seat warmer, do not place heat-insulating items such as blankets, cushions, or seat covers on the seats while the seat warmers are operating.
- Do not place heavy or sharp objects on the seats with seat warmers. This may damage the seat warmer components.
- Do not modify the seat upholstery. This may damage the seat warmer or ventilation system.
WARNING
Seat Warmer Indicator Light
Passengers should exercise particular caution when using seat warmers because excessive heat may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially during prolonged use. In particular, the driver should take special care with the following types of passengers:
1. Infants, children, elderly persons, or disabled or ambulatory patients.
2. Persons with sensitive skin or who burn easily
3. Tired persons
4. Persons under the influence of alcohol
5. Persons taking medication that may cause drowsiness (sleeping pills, cold medicine, etc.)
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