Hi
Just read HJ's FAW on air con which suggests that you should keep it on all the time.
Is this recommended?
Edited by Dynamic Dave on 23/01/2009 at 13:44
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It up to you. It's not like it really is on all the time really as it's controlled by a thermostat.
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You should at the very least use the AC system on a regular basis (even in winter) to stop the rubber seals from drying out.
Besides cooling the car in summer, you can use it in conjunction with the heater in winter/on wet days to quickly demist windows and prevent them steaming up.
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Standard A/C (non-climate control) will increase fuel consumption by around 10%, climate control a bit less.
Running for 10-15mins per week is usually recommended by manufacturers as DD says.
If you do around 10k miles pa, expect to spend an extra £100pa in fuel leaving the A/C on all the time.
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