When traveling on summer vacation, no driver will ever stop using the air conditioner. It is not only a criterion for a comfortable ride, but also takes care of driving safety, since when the car is hot, the driver's reaction time increases.
It shouldn't be too cold. More than 8 degrees of difference with the ambient temperature exposes the body to unnecessary stress. It will be most optimal to set the temperature two to three degrees below the ambient temperature. To avoid drafts, you do not need to direct the air flow to parts of the body and towards the ceiling.
Only when the air conditioner is fully functional does it provide a suitable temperature in the car. An improperly maintained air conditioner can quickly spread musty air and, in the worst case, spread germs in the vehicle interior. In no case should you wait for an unpleasant odor to appear. Most car manufacturers recommend that air conditioner preventive maintenance and servicing be carried out twice a year.
The air conditioner can be useful even during the cold season. With its help it is possible to eliminate excessive humidity in the air and the misted glass will become transparent. Regular use of the air conditioner has a positive effect on its service life. In this way, loss of refrigerant can be avoided and costly repairs can be avoided. Turning on the air conditioner several times a month lubricates the compressor, connecting pipes and system seals for a couple of minutes.
