Where is the seat ventilation switch for the Buick GL8?

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HaleyLee
07/29/25 2:51am
The seat ventilation switch for the Buick GL8 is located on the air conditioning control panel of the center console, which is situated in front of the central armrest. Here are specific details about the Buick GL8: 1. Vehicle Positioning: The Buick GL8 is a mid-to-high-end MPV launched by SAIC-GM Buick. 2. Powertrain: This vehicle is equipped with a 2.0T SIDI direct-injection turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 191 kW and a maximum torque of 350 N·m. The transmission system is paired with a 6-speed automatic manual transmission. During operation, the engine achieves its maximum power output at 5400 rpm and its maximum torque output between 2000-5000 rpm.
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LeAbigail
08/12/25 6:45am
The seat ventilation switch of the Buick GL8 is actually quite easy to find—it's located in the seat side control panel. Specifically, after you sit in the driver or passenger seat, look down at the side near the door, and you'll see a row of buttons for seat adjustments. The ventilation button is among those for adjusting seat angles and heating, usually marked with three small holes or a fan icon. When I drove my boss's GL8, I noticed that some high-end versions also allow control of this function via the central touchscreen. A quick reminder: make sure to turn on the vehicle's power before activating the ventilation, or the button might not respond. This feature is especially useful in summer to prevent back sweat, but avoid blowing directly on your lower back for too long to prevent catching a chill.
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