Aircon in S2 - how to tell from heater controls..?

Aircon in S2 - how to tell from heater controls..?

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Republik1980

Original Poster:

203 posts

142 months

Tuesday 8th September 2015
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As per title, how do the heater controls differ between aircon-equipped S2s and those with conventional heaters? I've heard tales of more vents in A/C cars - where might these be found please?

Am I correct in thinking that the heater controls pictured below are for a normal (non A/C) setup (three knobs, no buttons):




..while these heater controls belong to a car with A/C (buttons between the knobs)..?




Or am I barking up the wrong tree? If so, how can I differentiate between the two from a shot of the cabin?

Ta smile

mick_coupe

325 posts

253 months

Tuesday 8th September 2015
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Hi, your right, the aircon cars have the extra buttons

Mick

kambites

68,439 posts

228 months

Tuesday 8th September 2015
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yes Non-air con cars have no buttons around the knobs.

Republik1980

Original Poster:

203 posts

142 months

Tuesday 8th September 2015
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Nice one guys - thanks!

In that case there are a fair few vehicles advertised for sale apparently with (the optional) aircon but no mention of it in the ad..

One more thing to look out for, then smile

SeanyD

3,392 posts

207 months

Wednesday 9th September 2015
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Aircon cars have the additional button next to the heater controls which will light up blue when switched on. Worth checking in person that the aircon is actually working, working aircon can be heard along with putting an additional couple of hundred rpm on the tickover speed, and obviously the chilled air. Broken aircon will still light up blue, but without the other indicators.

walm

10,628 posts

209 months

Thursday 10th September 2015
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Broken aircon can be a LOT to fix so people may just be managing expectations by not mentioning it.