Strange AC Issue
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So I am driving this morning to the office. Nice morning, so I have the windows and sunroof open. All of a sudden I feel cool air on my hands by the steering wheel. I look at the controls and the AC is on. No problem, I turn it Off by pressing the button. Stays Off for a bit, and comes back On! This went on for exactly 23 times during my 15 mile commute. I called the Service Tech and tried explaining, of course he was just as puzzled as me.
Anyone else ever experience this?
I am scheduled to bring the car in on Thursday. I am not sure what they will find or if they can even duplicate it.
Any thoughts?
Anyone else ever experience this?
I am scheduled to bring the car in on Thursday. I am not sure what they will find or if they can even duplicate it.
Any thoughts?
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You should be able to search this topic. From what I remember, others say you should turn the fan speed dial all the way down and then go one more click to the left. You can also turn off the A/C compressor (the snow flake), but that won't stop the fan from blowing. Our cars want to keep fresh air blowing, possibly a safety issue.
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I did search. It just started happening within the last few days. I actually recorded the event on my phone during my drive to the office this morning.
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or here is a rational explanation, maybe we just accidentally slightly slightly touch the temp knob either left or right one could cause the AC comes on instantly.