Why is my A/C button/light blinking??

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Dec 23, 2008 | 06:36 PM

#21

SteveDoten

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From: Farmington CT

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Originally Posted by PierEagle

Read post #6 again. Even if people don't use their a/c for 6mos +, if they turn on the front defroster at anytime during that period, they are maintaining their seals.

my a/c comp is engaged when the air temp is below 35degrees? this negates GM tech data?

I'll try it Wednesday

Dec 24, 2008 | 08:18 AM

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leadfoot4

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From: Western NY

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Originally Posted by poolboy

So after you let it run next time, and after you let it cool off, take the oil fill cap off and see if there are condensation drops on the underside. I too hate to let mine sit, so I do take it out (in MN no less) - as long as the road is dry it will not matter that they have been salted - dry salt will not adhere to anything, and even if it did, it only takes a few minutes to hose it off.

Personally, I think that if you check for condensation after the engine cools, you will probably see a little condensation no matter what. Keep in mind, the engine is vented to the atmosphere, as the throttle body and PCV will let ambient air into the engine at all times. This ambient air will enter the warm engine and then cool. I understand your point, I'm just not sure that it would be the best indicator of excess moisture residing in the engine.

The problem with the salt dust is that it's light, fluffy, and at road speed, it will penetrate every nook, cranny, and crevice of the car. I don't think a quick "hose down" after a ride would get it ALL out. Then, the residual, if damp, will start to work on the car.

Just my $0.02 worth....

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