What does ECON mean in Audi A4?

The “econ” button helps you save energy by turning off the AC-compressor and additional* heater. *On certain Audi models there ought to be an additional heater (powered by fuel) that helps to heat up the passenger compartment quickly on cold-start.

What does ECON mean on AC?

Energy Saver mode
Econ mode, or Energy Saver mode, is a setting that works similar to central AC. The room air conditioner will turn off once the set temp is reached; the fan then cycles on (for 20 sec.) every 10 min to sample the air temp. If the room temp is above the set temp, the compressor will turn back on.

Does Eco mode affect AC?

The eco mode runs your AC compressor slower, so this setting can mitigate the pressure in the condenser. That’s why the motor consumes less energy to run your AC system. So, the eco mode decreases cooling capacity, but you can get much more efficiency by using this setting.

How do I turn on the heat in my Audi A4?

It operates only when the engine is running, and switches off automatically after about 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the outside temperature. To switch on the rear window heating permanently, press and hold the REAR button for at least three seconds. It will then remain on until the ignition is switched off.

Why is the air con on my Audi A4 not working?

Have you got a compressor with a magnetic clutch or is it the pressure controlled compressor. Your engine code would help. It is on the ID label in the service book or on the label in the spare wheel bay. Regards Peter Audi A4 B6 – Audi A4 air con still not working….!! – Agro

Why is the Econ light on on my Audi A8?

This is apparently a common fault on A8/S8’s. My AC wouldn’t function, ECON mode only, a stone had chipped the compressor casing and all my gas had escaped, new compressor fitted and all good. This is apparently a common fault on A8/S8’s.

Why is the Econ light on on my A4 Avant?

I picked up my 53 A4 avant almost a year ago to the day. My ‘econ’ light was permanently on. Took the car back to Lincoln Audi and they told me the climate unit needed a new clutch unit. Courtesy car for a day. Car came back and appeared okay. May / June 2008, the freaky hot weather started.

How to fix airconditioning on Audi A4 B6?

Things you will need to fix: Patch Cable from ebay (sub £10), Laptop, VCDS Lite (Free), Torque bit wrench kit, 17mm spanner, replacement high pressure sensor (also called thrust sensor) and about 20 minutes. First thing I would recommend is getting a patch cable if you haven’t already, you can get these off ebay for a few quid .

Why is my air conditioner not working on my Audi A4?

Blower Motor – If there is no air blowing from your A4 at all, the blower motor is at fault. They are not that expensive and are easy to replace (most of the time). Blend Door – The blend door controls how much air conditioned and heated air enters the cabin.

Why is my air con not working on my A4 Avant?

A4 Avant B6 1.9 TD I 130 Sport (6). AVF, GMBH, Moro Pearl Blue, (Sold but not forgotten) If it was empty you must have a hole somewhere .. Didn’t they put a dye in the gas when they refilled it to see if there’s a leak anywhere. Yeah they put a dye in it. And pre tested it (not sure how) to make sure that the would hold the gas.

What does ECON mean in Audi a4?

Why does my a / C blow hot air on the driver side?

Could be a multitude of things and I’d bet they’re electronic in nature. You have two air mix control dampers; one for the driver’s side and one for the passenger side that are independently controlled and operated by electric servo motors. It sounds like your a/c is operating fine since you get cold air on the passenger side.

Is the Audi A4 heater blowing cold on one side?

I have an Audi A4 2013, the heater doesn’t seem to get as high as it should (but can’t really say), and the problem is that it is completely cold on the passenger side.

How does the a / C work on the passenger side?

You have two air mix control dampers; one for the driver’s side and one for the passenger side that are independently controlled and operated by electric servo motors. It sounds like your a/c is operating fine since you get cold air on the passenger side.

What to do about AC cold on passenger side?

AC cold on passenger side but warm on driver side solution. – YouTube AC cold on passenger side but warm on driver side solution. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.

Can a car vent blow cold one side and hot the other?

In a vehicle with dual temperature controls you may encounter a situation where the vent blows cold one side, hot on other side or vice versa.

Where is the driver’s side air mix servo located?

The dealer has a tester for checking the function of all the different sensors, servos, etc. Before you do that, look under the dash on the driver’s side, up to the right just under the water hoses on the side of the ventilation system. That is where the driver’s side air mix servo is located.