Does the 'lo' setting on seat heating indicate cold air?
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Seat heating button's 'lo' refers to the lowest level of seat heating, where 'lo' is the abbreviation for 'low' in English, not cooling. Below are specific details about seat heating: 1. Seat heating utilizes electric heating wires inside the seat to warm the interior, transferring heat to the occupant through thermal conduction, improving comfort by addressing the cold seat issue after prolonged parking in winter. 2. To enhance passenger comfort and maintain seat heating temperatures within a certain range, two temperature controllers are installed in the seat heating pad: (1) Disconnects at 50±5°C, reconnects at 30±5°C; (2) Disconnects at 43±5°C, reconnects at 23±5°C.
As a car enthusiast with over a decade of driving experience, I know very well that the LO setting for seat heating means low-level heating, not cold air at all. The seat heating function, as the name suggests, only warms up the seat. Pressing the LO button represents lower heat intensity, suitable for spring and autumn weather. If you feel cold air, it's probably because you've confused the ventilated seat or air conditioning system buttons. For example, some car models use a small fan icon for ventilated seats and wavy heat lines for heating - make sure you're pressing the right button. I often use the LO setting in winter to gradually warm the seat, making driving more comfortable. You can confirm whether the seat is heating up by touching its surface - the normal effect is a change from cool to warm. Understanding these functional details can prevent misuse that affects your experience and even extend the lifespan of seat heating components.
