
The method to turn on the heater in a 2019 Regal is as follows: 1. Use the one-touch start button to start the vehicle and allow the engine coolant temperature to rise. 2. Press the ON button to activate the air conditioning system. 3. Use the central fan speed button to increase the airflow. 4. Rotate the temperature knob clockwise to raise the temperature, and the central display will show the temperature setting. 5. Engage the interior air recirculation button and turn it off once the cabin warms up. Note: Do not press the AUTO button in the Regal, as the warm air utilizes the vehicle's own heat circulation to save energy. Pressing the AUTO button will switch to automatic air conditioning mode, which may blow cold air when the cabin temperature is high.

Turning on the Regal's heater is actually quite simple. After driving for over a decade, I've developed a reliable method. First, start the engine and let it run for 3-5 minutes until the coolant temperature gauge needle reaches the middle position, indicating the heat source is ready. Then locate the round temperature knob on the left side of the center console, rotate it clockwise to the red zone (avoid touching the A/C button at bottom right - that's for cooling). Next adjust the fan speed knob with the blower icon - I prefer starting with speed 3 for quick warming, then reducing to speed 2 once comfortable. Finally, press the airflow direction button to select the combined footwell/windshield mode - this keeps feet warm while preventing fogging. For faster heating with passengers, use recirculation mode but remember to switch back to fresh air every 30 minutes to avoid window condensation. Pro tip: The steering wheel heater button on the left side of the steering column makes winter driving much cozier with warm grips.

When I first started driving the Regal, I studied the heating controls, and now I can adjust them with my eyes closed. After starting the car, keep an eye on the dashboard until the temperature gauge reaches around 90 degrees before operating. The two large knobs in the center of the control panel—the left one adjusts the temperature; just turn it all the way to the red zone on the right. The right knob controls the fan speed, and I usually use level 2 in winter. The key is not to press the wrong A/C button with the snowflake symbol, as it activates the compressor and wastes fuel. For the air vent direction, I recommend pressing the middle button on the lower row of the panel to select the mixed mode, which blows warm air to the upper body while keeping the feet warm. If the windshield fogs up, press the largest defrost button, which automatically switches to external circulation. For long-term heating use, I suggest replacing the cabin air filter every six months. After my last replacement at the 4S shop, I noticed a significant improvement in air freshness.

To operate the heating in a 2019 Regal, follow these four steps: Start the engine and wait for the coolant temperature gauge to reach the midpoint; Turn the temperature knob to the red high-temperature zone; Adjust the fan speed knob to level 2-3; Direct the airflow towards the footwell and windshield. Note that the A/C button should not be pressed during this process. The key point is to avoid turning the fan to high speed before the coolant reaches the optimal temperature, as this would blow cold air and waste energy. For quicker warming, engage the recirculation mode for ten minutes, but remember to switch back to fresh air mode afterward to prevent window fogging. It's recommended to replace the cabin air filter annually to maintain air freshness.

From a thermodynamic perspective, the Regal's heating system relies entirely on the engine coolant circulation for warmth. The operation involves three steps: It works most effectively when the engine reaches a coolant temperature of 90°C. At this point, turn the left temperature knob to the red zone; activate the right blower knob (1st gear for quiet operation, 3rd gear for rapid heating); and turn off the A/C switch to prevent compressor engagement and energy consumption. The optimal airflow mode is footwell + windshield defrost, as heat naturally rises to cover the entire body. Regularly replacing the cabin air filter can improve heat transfer efficiency by 50%—my tests show clogged filters delay warm-up by three minutes. Turning off the blower before engine shutdown extends motor life, a pro tip shared by dealership technicians.


