Extended Compressor At Idle

1992 Saturn SL1 AutomaticSECTION Extended Compressor At Idle
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Cadillac Seville, 1995 Cadillac Eldorado, and 1995 Cadillac DeVille. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When vehicle speed drops to less than 18 MPH, minimum clutch on time is increased to about 45 seconds, providing a smoother idle at low vehicle speeds with A/C operating.

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.