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RedRock 2SS/RS · 05-25-2016, 06:21 PM

I've had my 2014 2SS for almost 6 months now. Weather is definitely getting warmer so I am using the AC more and more. It works perfect but I have a question that is bugging me...

I've read the manual, and I've done searches but I can't seem to get an answer: What exactly is the "Auto" mode that shows sometimes when the AC is turned on?

I say sometimes because there seems to be no rhyme or reason as to when it shows the "Auto" mode and thus the "Recirculate" without having first pressed the recirculate mode.

How does one control the "Auto" Mode?
I've noticed that "Auto" Mode gets selected first thing in the morning when I first start the car. Eventually, does it automatically change back to non-recirculate mode white in "Auto" Mode?

Perhaps one of you who have owned your cars longer than I have might have some insight and it would be highly appreciated.

PalmerGA · 05-25-2016, 06:53 PM

Hmmm... I have not noticed this, but as the manual states: "To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation light will not come on".

Sounds like there is a temperature sensor that automatically puts the AC in "recirculate" mode temporarily to cool the cabin more quickly. I'll have to pay closer attention and check it out.

Sir Nuke · 05-26-2016, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by PalmerGA

"To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation light will not come on".

there is a temperature sensor that automatically puts the AC in "recirculate" mode temporarily to cool the cabin more quickly.

It dose the above as Palmer stated above ^^ PLUS whatever temperature you set the A/C to maintain, when you start the car, it automatically pits the fan on HIGH, then slows it down to the proper speed to maintain that temperature.

bork_bork · 05-26-2016, 05:53 AM

Where in SC are you from?

JamesMyBoy · 05-26-2016, 07:37 AM

Hmmm...
I'll believe that the system will go in and out of Recirc on it's own, but I've never seen this, since it doesn't display the mode change when the system does this. I'm not so sure about the system changing the fan speed to maintain a set temperature. I have always thought that these are pretty much manual systems, rather than maintaining a "set" temperature. In my experience, the A/C will pretty much run all the time, and the inside temp is regulated by adding the amount of heat dialed in by the rotating knob.
I've had my SS since March of 2014, but to tell the truth, haven't really played around with the A/C too much. I operate it as I've described above, noticing that if I don't tweak the "Temp" knob up a little on a longer drive, it will freeze me out.
That's my story, and I'm stickin' to it :-)

Junior · 05-26-2016, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Sir Nuke

It dose the above as Palmer stated above ^^ PLUS whatever temperature you set the A/C to maintain, when you start the car, it automatically pits the fan on HIGH, then slows it down to the proper speed to maintain that temperature.

You can set the A/C to a certain temp?

bradshaw · 05-26-2016, 08:32 AM

You set the temp by adding heat. I always have mine set to max cold. I do not like auto temp systems as I want control of my fan speeds.

Junior · 05-26-2016, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by bradshaw

You set the temp by adding heat. I always have mine set to max cold. I do not like auto temp systems as I want control of my fan speeds.

Several late model HVAC systems have actual temperature settings one can set in an "auto" manner. What I was referring to is the original quote stating one could set the A/C temp to maintain. Obviously it is clear we can change the temperature using the temperature dial. But how is one to know what temp? I do not believe our 5th gen Camaros have that capability.

hacopeo · 05-26-2016, 08:54 AM

noticing that if I don't tweak the "Temp" knob up a little on a longer drive, it will freeze me out.

RedRock 2SS/RS · 05-26-2016, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bork_bork

Where in SC are you from?

Not far from you... I'm in Greer, not far from Hwy 101.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JamesMyBoy

Hmmm...
I'll believe that the system will go in and out of Recirc on it's own, but I've never seen this, since it doesn't display the mode change when the system does this. I'm not so sure about the system changing the fan speed to maintain a set temperature. I have always thought that these are pretty much manual systems, rather than maintaining a "set" temperature. In my experience, the A/C will pretty much run all the time, and the inside temp is regulated by adding the amount of heat dialed in by the rotating knob.
I've had my SS since March of 2014, but to tell the truth, haven't really played around with the A/C too much. I operate it as I've described above, noticing that if I don't tweak the "Temp" knob up a little on a longer drive, it will freeze me out.
That's my story, and I'm stickin' to it :-)

Interesting. I'll keep this in mind and figure this out. Thanks for the info all!

theragtopguy · 01-15-2023, 01:08 PM

Where did they hide the internal cabin temperature sensor?

05-25-2016, 06:21 PM	#1
RedRock 2SS/RS Drives: 2014 RedRock 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Upstate, SC Posts: 101 View My Garage	AC question... I've had my 2014 2SS for almost 6 months now. Weather is definitely getting warmer so I am using the AC more and more. It works perfect but I have a question that is bugging me... I've read the manual, and I've done searches but I can't seem to get an answer: What exactly is the "Auto" mode that shows sometimes when the AC is turned on? I say sometimes because there seems to be no rhyme or reason as to when it shows the "Auto" mode and thus the "Recirculate" without having first pressed the recirculate mode. How does one control the "Auto" Mode? I've noticed that "Auto" Mode gets selected first thing in the morning when I first start the car. Eventually, does it automatically change back to non-recirculate mode white in "Auto" Mode? Perhaps one of you who have owned your cars longer than I have might have some insight and it would be highly appreciated.

05-25-2016, 06:53 PM	#2
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	Hmmm... I have not noticed this, but as the manual states: "To improve fuel efficiency and to cool the vehicle faster, recirculation may be automatically selected in warm weather. The recirculation light will not come on". Sounds like there is a temperature sensor that automatically puts the AC in "recirculate" mode temporarily to cool the cabin more quickly. I'll have to pay closer attention and check it out. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

05-26-2016, 07:37 AM	#5
JamesMyBoy Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Eastern Nebraska Posts: 454	Hmmm... I'll believe that the system will go in and out of Recirc on it's own, but I've never seen this, since it doesn't display the mode change when the system does this. I'm not so sure about the system changing the fan speed to maintain a set temperature. I have always thought that these are pretty much manual systems, rather than maintaining a "set" temperature. In my experience, the A/C will pretty much run all the time, and the inside temp is regulated by adding the amount of heat dialed in by the rotating knob. I've had my SS since March of 2014, but to tell the truth, haven't really played around with the A/C too much. I operate it as I've described above, noticing that if I don't tweak the "Temp" knob up a little on a longer drive, it will freeze me out. That's my story, and I'm stickin' to it :-) __________________

01-15-2023, 01:08 PM	#11
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05-26-2016, 05:53 AM	#4
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05-26-2016, 08:32 AM	#7
bradshaw Drives: 2010 LS3 2SS M6 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Lafayette, La Posts: 158 View My Garage	You set the temp by adding heat. I always have mine set to max cold. I do not like auto temp systems as I want control of my fan speeds.

05-26-2016, 08:54 AM	#9
hacopeo Drives: camaro Join Date: May 2016 Location: CA Posts: 2	noticing that if I don't tweak the "Temp" knob up a little on a longer drive, it will freeze me out.