I wonder why the AC takes time to start heating on cold mornings. Actually. It gives warm air after about 5_10 minutes of driving. Is that OK?
no. what is the outside air temp? on a 37f degree morning, i start feeling slight warmth after 1 minute of 40 mph driving, and full heat after 4 minutes.
There's gonna be some lag, since the ventilation system gets its heat from engine coolant, which takes some time to heat up. How long this takes is the issue; if the car has significant miles you might have a failing coolant thermostat, one that's opening too soon, allowing coolant to flow to the radiator before it's heated sufficiently to warrant cooling.
You can get and install an engine block heater if you have access to a nearby AC outlet. The preheated block and coolant will allow heat sooner and give you better mpg.
jordan temps should produce pretty quick heat without accessories, if the car is functioning properly.
I have 137K miles, actually, these days it's as cold here Jordan as the US, early moning it drops to 35-40. But I don't reach a speed of 45 mph, giving her time to warm up.
5-10 minutes seems a bit long, but the heat for the car comes from the engine. So turning on the AC does do nothing to generate heat.
Assuming you have no mechanical issues... Just let the car warm up before leaving...you know, like other cars...and still get better mpg than the rest. I value my comfort far more than bragging rights as I work in the heat and cold already...but that's me.
