Should You Use Recirculation or Fresh Air Mode for Defogging in Rainy Days?

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MarianaLynn
07/29/25 4:19pm
Whether to use recirculation or fresh air mode for defogging in rainy days depends on the specific situation. If using air conditioning for defogging in summer, the driver can switch the air circulation mode to recirculation to reduce air humidity. In winter when using warm air for defogging, the driver can first adjust the air circulation mode to fresh air to minimize the temperature difference between inside and outside the car, wait a few minutes, and then switch to recirculation mode. However, in special circumstances such as traffic jams or heavy dust, it is recommended to use recirculation mode. Summer defogging method using air conditioning. First, press the AC switch button, activate the front windshield defogging button, set the temperature to the lowest, then adjust the fan speed, and the fog on the front windshield will disappear. If fog is also found on the rear windshield and side mirrors, turn on the rear window heating button while defogging the front windshield to remove the fog as well. Winter defogging method using warm air. If the car has just been started, do not turn on the air conditioning immediately. Wait for the engine to warm up for a few minutes until the water temperature rises, then start heating, set the fan speed to maximum, and activate the front window defogging button. The fog will disappear after a few minutes.
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