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moisture from air conditioner in econ mode
Posted by Gary [Email] (more from Gary) on Sat, 5 Jan 2002 13:04:16
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Here's the problem:
Whenever I use the "Econ" mode in my '97 Aero, my windows fog up. This happens under any and all weather conditions, even driving through the relatively dry California central valley during early summer. I also notice that the air in Econ mode does not smell fresh - it has a musty or mechanical smell to it, though it does not smell moldy.
If I run the air conditioner (i.e. Auto mode), the windows stay clear. There are no other problems with the system, that is the temperature sensor works correctly (warmer air when necessary and cooler air when necessary).
I've tried keeping the AC off for extended days and then running Econ mode, and I've tried running in Econ mode for long road trips, but neither nor both efforts keeps the air from being moisture laden.
I took the car to the local Saab dealer, and they said they couldn't really detect (or fix) the problem, but everyone who I have shown the problem to notices the excessive moisture delivered in Econ mode.
For comparison, I have an '88 900, and when I turn the AC off on that car, I get fresh air from outside without any moisture problems.
I don't know if my car's ducting is improperly routed so that I am pulling air from the condensate around the AC unit when in Econ mode, or if it is a "clogged AC drain".
Any knowledge on the subject would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
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