System Airflow Description - EATC: Off

2013 Volkswagen Beetle Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.5L Eng VIN X, Standard TransSECTION Off
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When OFF is selected:

  • The air inlet door vacuum control motor is at full vacuum, closing off outside air from entering the passenger compartment.
  • The panel/floor door and the panel/defrost door vacuum control motors are at full vacuum, closing off airflow to the defrost duct, side window demisters, floor duct and instrument panel A/C registers.
  • The heater control valve (if equipped) is at no vacuum.
  • The A/C compressor will not operate.
  • The blower motor is off.
  • The coolant control valve (if equipped) is at full vacuum, preventing the flow of warm coolant to the heater core.
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