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The correct method to properly warm up our car.

Model: Audi Q3 8U - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Part: Air conditioner

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The video shows a very efficient method for heating the inside of the car as quickly as possible. We start the engine and drive: we don't stay idle at a standstill.

The engine warms up much faster under load than in neutral, also reducing fuel consumption and wear. We activate the air recirculation: this is the main secret.

By closing the external air intakes, the system heats the same air inside the cabin, which is already warmer than the outside air, allowing the temperature to rise more quickly. Then, by turning on the air conditioning, we will remove humidity, enabling us to feel the heat more effectively and comfortably.

We set the fan to a medium-high speed; in fact, a fan that is too low does not distribute the heat well, while one that is too high can be uncomfortable. After the air has become warm, we deactivate the recirculation, or the air will become stale.


Posted on 29 November 2025 by ScegliAuto


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