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Old 03-04-2020, 09:04 AM
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Talking A/C function

Curious to know if anyone knows how the A/C system works on these cars. Mine functions fine but I noticed that the compressor runs if the fan is on even if I don't have the A/C on. If I shut off the fan the compressor shuts off too.

Is this the way these cars operate? Seems like a dumb idea to have the compressor running even when one has no need for cold air. It waste gas. I know that in some cars the compressor runs if you turn on the front windshield defroster. But I'm not using it. Just the heat for my toes.
 
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Old 03-04-2020, 11:38 AM
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Longshot guess.
Maybe your HVAC head is defective and has the AC stuck on

Or maybe you have your windshield defroster on and that turns on the AC
 

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