A/C Light function question
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A/C Light function question
This may be an dumb question, but here goes. When I hit AUTO to automatically have the temp. adjusted (as per my settings), the air conditioning light comes on. Why does it do that, if I have my temp set at 85 degrees? Does that mean the A/C is engaged & draining power/gas from the engine? I can turn the A/C light off manually, but sometimes it just blinks. I guess I need someone to explain the console functions. hehe
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Mine does the same thing. I believe the system is programmed so that whenever you select AUTO, the A/C is engaged. You can turn that off by pushing the button. If the A/C light blinks after pushing the button, it's because your MODE is set to a defraust on the windshield and the temperature is above 40 degrees. It keeps the A/C on in these instances to help remove moisture from the vehicle and to keep the windows clear.
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Originally Posted by wolfmd
Mine does the same thing. I believe the system is programmed so that whenever you select AUTO, the A/C is engaged. You can turn that off by pushing the button. If the A/C light blinks after pushing the button, it's because your MODE is set to a defraust on the windshield and the temperature is above 40 degrees. It keeps the A/C on in these instances to help remove moisture from the vehicle and to keep the windows clear.
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Originally Posted by Stock Man
Cool car isn't it. You learn something new here everyday. I leave mine on auto all the time unless I know I need all the power I can get then I hit the off switch. Once done with that it's back to the auto position.
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