Volvo 960 - Manual (Page 20)

1996 Volvo 960
The blower will run at its maximum speed in either the max cooling or max heating positions.
Water under the vehicle in hot weather can be the result of condensation from the air conditioning
system.
Optimum defrosting
Set the function dial to .
The air conditioning light will NOT go on.
When the windows have cleared, set the blower control to position 2.
Operating Tips
When the outside air is contaminated with exhaust gases, smoke etc. (as when driving through a tunnel)
or to cool the car quickly, push the recirculation button. In this position, no air is drawn into the
passenger compartment from outside. However, do not leave the system in this mode for more than 10-
15 minutes, since the air inside the car will become stale and the windows may fog.
NOTE:
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Do not place any objects over the sensor in the passenger side speaker grille as this will cause the
ECC system to respond incorrectly to ambient conditions.
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To help maintain stable passenger compartment temperature when driving with the sun roof or
windows open, place the blower control in position "0" and adjust the desired temperature manually.
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The air conditioning compressor only engages at temperatures above 41°F (5°C).
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Always keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield free of snow.
Volvo cares about the environment. The air conditioning system in your car contains a CFC-free
refrigerant - R134a. This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 2 lbs. (0.9 kg)
R134a and uses Sanden SP-20 (type PAG) oil.
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