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How to restore automatic climate control in a Volvo XC60

2 min readReviewed 25 October 2026

CHECK YOUR CARVolvo XC60 2025, UK online manual (2025), as reviewed 25 October 2026. Match the menu labels and installed software in your car.

The current online manual can describe newer software than your car originally had. Use these steps only when the displayed controls match.

THE QUICK ANSWER

Press Auto in the climate view to let the system regulate several climate functions again. Manually changing air distribution or selecting maximum defrost exits automatic regulation. You can still choose your preferred temperature and fan power after selecting Auto.

Step by step

1Open climateTap the fan icon in the display’s bottom bar.
2Select automatic regulationPress Auto to return control of the climate functions to the system.
3Set your preferenceAdjust the temperature and fan power if needed. Remember that changing air distribution manually or activating maximum defrost cancels automatic regulation.

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Common questions

Why did Auto switch off?+

Manual air-distribution changes and maximum defrost deactivate the automatic climate control described in this manual.

SOURCES & SCOPE

Where this guide comes from

Written from the official references below, reviewed on 25 October 2026. This is a source-based guide, not a claim of hands-on vehicle testing.

XC60 Activating auto climate mode — Volvo Support UK ↗

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