Is it recommended to use the car air conditioning auto mode?
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Car air conditioning auto refers to the automatic air conditioning adjustment switch. Pressing AUTO turns on the air conditioning, which adjusts the air outlet temperature based on the sensors inside the car, providing warm air in winter and cool air in summer. Additional information: How to use car air conditioning: If your car does not have an automatic speed adjustment device, the car air conditioning system should not be turned on first. The recommended method is to start the engine before turning on the air conditioning when using it. Automatic transmission: For cars with automatic transmission, when the driving speed reaches 120 kilometers per hour, the air conditioning should not be turned on. Additionally, for manual transmission cars, the air conditioning should be turned off when the speed reaches 110 kilometers per hour. This can reduce the working pressure on the air conditioning and prevent shortening its lifespan.
As a veteran driver who's been using automatic AC for nearly a decade, I genuinely believe AUTO mode is the most hassle-free choice. The system automatically senses cabin temperature and gradually adjusts fan speed and cooling intensity. After the initial strong cool breeze when you first get in the car, it basically maintains a constant temperature. What's more, automatic mode is more fuel-efficient than manual adjustment – just compare the fuel consumption data. When the compressor isn't running at full capacity, it saves considerable fuel costs. However, a word of caution: during heavy rain when windshield fogging occurs, don't stubbornly stick to AUTO mode. Pressing the MAX defrost button directly works much faster.
Last time when I took my baby for vaccination, I truly appreciated the AUTO mode. Set at 23°C, the system automatically switches between internal and external air circulation, and shifts to internal circulation in tunnels to isolate exhaust fumes. Previously with manual AC, I was always distracted adjusting fan speed and temperature. Now driving one-handed feels much safer. The only thing to note is timely cabin air filter replacement – otherwise the AC might think airflow is sufficient when it's actually blocked. I inspect my filter quarterly, and the air quality monitor shows in-car PM2.5 can be maintained at single-digit levels.
