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Old Feb 23, 2004 | 08:16 PM
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I noticed that when my car is in the Warm up phase there is "something" cycling on and off which when it energizes causes the lights to dim for a sec. Its not the A/C compressor I have verified that. I'm wondering if any of you guys out there have noticed that on your car? Any ideas? :confused:
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Old Feb 24, 2004 | 12:07 AM
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I have the same thing, I know it is normal, but don't what it is.
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Old Feb 24, 2004 | 02:38 AM
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I also agree that I think it's a normal thing. My 98 coupe does it too and now I'm curious also.

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Old Feb 24, 2004 | 02:53 AM
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I noticed that when my car is in the Warm up phase there is "something" cycling on and off which when it energizes causes the lights to dim for a sec. Its not the A/C compressor I have verified that. I'm wondering if any of you guys out there have noticed that on your car? Any ideas? :confused:
ABS unit ?? Could be coming up to pressure.
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Old Feb 24, 2004 | 03:06 AM
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Depending on how long it takes, it could be the thermostat opening and closing. This will put a load on the motor. Just a thought.
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Old Feb 24, 2004 | 05:43 AM
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A.I.R. pump cycling on and off?
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Old Feb 25, 2004 | 03:36 PM
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It is your A.I.R. pump.
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Old Feb 25, 2004 | 10:17 PM
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Is our A.I.R. pump electric? I guess I didn't notice one when I changed the belts.

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