Can I Turn on Cool Air Without AC?
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Turning on cool air without AC is not possible. Below are explanations regarding why AC must be turned on for cool air and precautions for using cool air in cars: Reasons why AC must be turned on: Cool air requires AC to be turned on. AC activates the air conditioning compressor, which starts working only when the AC button is pressed. The car air conditioning cooling system consists of a compressor, condenser, receiver-drier, expansion valve, evaporator, and blower. Precautions for using cool air in cars: When the air conditioning is on, try to avoid smoking. If you must smoke, adjust the ventilation control to the external circulation position. Never rest or sleep for extended periods in a car with the air conditioning running. In summer, parked cars can become extremely hot inside. After starting the vehicle, do not immediately turn on the air conditioning. It is best to open all windows for ventilation to release the hot air. Only after the interior temperature has dropped should you close the windows and turn on the air conditioning.
You can indeed turn on the cooling fan without activating the AC, but it depends on your specific needs. The AC button in the air conditioning system controls the compressor, which is essential for cooling. If you only turn on the fan without the AC, the air blown into the car will be the natural outside air, at the same temperature as the environment. For example, during spring when it's around 20°C, using just the fan can be quite comfortable. However, in summer when the outside temperature is 35°C, the air without AC will be hot. Also, pay attention to the condition of the air filter; not using the AC for a long time may allow dust to accumulate in the air ducts. Personally, I prefer this method for ventilation during traffic jams—it's quieter than opening the windows and saves a bit of fuel.
Absolutely, I've been doing this for ten years of driving. There are two types of cool air: one is the AC-cooled air, and the other is natural air without the AC. During spring and autumn or after rain, when the outside temperature is just around 20 degrees Celsius, there's no need to turn on the compressor. Simply setting the fan to maximum gives a cooling sensation. Turning on the AC in such conditions is actually wasteful, as the compressor operation can increase fuel consumption by 10%! Remember to also turn on the external air circulation to ensure fresh air. Just a reminder, if the windshield fogs up, natural air alone might not be enough to clear it; you'll need to activate the AC's dehumidification function.
