Condensation removal....

Condensation on the inside windows. I hate it. How do I get rid of it?
What's the cause of it? Why does it take so long to remove with the
defroster? How can I seal up the outside of my car. What's the best way to
check for air/water infiltration. Ugh. Help!

 

I run my AC briefly to get rid of it.

Not sure if sealing your car would help, if that were possible.
Remember that condensation is due to the humidity in the air and your
car would still contain air, even if sealed.

Remco

 

I run my AC briefly to get rid of it.

Not sure if sealing your car would help, if that were possible.
Remember that condensation is due to the humidity in the air and your
car would still contain air, even if sealed.

Remco

 

Best way to deal with inside condensation is to use the A/C.

Best way to *avoid* it is to *clean* the inside glass surfaces.
..

 

Best way to deal with inside condensation is to use the A/C.

Best way to *avoid* it is to *clean* the inside glass surfaces.
..

 

As others have and will state, the A/C must be run with the defroster (your
A/C -is- operational, isn't it?). Also, that YOU are in the car ....
BREATHING ... contributes significantly to condensation on your windows. If
you get into the car with WET wearing wet clothing, this too contributes to
window condensation.

 

As others have and will state, the A/C must be run with the defroster (your
A/C -is- operational, isn't it?). Also, that YOU are in the car ....
BREATHING ... contributes significantly to condensation on your windows. If
you get into the car with WET wearing wet clothing, this too contributes to
window condensation.

 

If your vehicle is equipped with a manual 'recirc mode' and you
are operating your heating system in the 'recirc mode,' that's
likely your problem. If not, check for a heater core leak


mike hunt

 

If your vehicle is equipped with a manual 'recirc mode' and you
are operating your heating system in the 'recirc mode,' that's
likely your problem. If not, check for a heater core leak


mike hunt

 

Sealing up your car will only make things worse - unless of
course you don't have the need to breath. The moisture in
your will condense on the windows. How cold is you climate?
Running the A/C while heating will remove a lot of moisture.
Unfortunately most A/C systems don't run once the
temperature drops below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Avoid using
the recirculate setting. This just allows moisture to build
up in the car.

Regards,

Ed White

 

Yep. That, and tell your passengers to stop breathing.

BTW, while there are products out there that are sold specifically to
curtail condensation, a bottle of windex and some newspaper works very
well.

 

Yep. That, and tell your passengers to stop breathing.

BTW, while there are products out there that are sold specifically to
curtail condensation, a bottle of windex and some newspaper works very
well.

 

Ah, yes. When in doubt, use the simplets option. Thanks.

And thanks to all who have posted. I really appreciate it.

Aaron

 

Ah, yes. When in doubt, use the simplets option. Thanks.

And thanks to all who have posted. I really appreciate it.

Aaron

 

I don't believe this holds true for automotive systems. On my old
Pontiac the A/C was directly tied to the defroster setting--switch the
system to defrost, and the A/C was activated. Good way to keep the
compressor oils circulating to keep the seals lubricated, in addition to
removing condensation. Worked at any temp, as I recall, and I move
around NY/New England.

I'll confirm this on my new 94 Civic in a few days, as it has now gotten
cold enough around here to check. Disabling it below 40 degrees would be
idiocy--it's the only way to remove condensation effectively. It is
true, however, that many room A/Cs don't function when the outside temp
is "too low"--which occasionally annoys me.

 

It depends on the make/model. My cressida shuts the A/C off if you
turn the inside temp past 75%.

It does help with condensation. There's no doubt about that.

I'm pretty sure that even in his case, it's the temp you set the
control to and not the outside temp.

There's a way to fix that, put a plastic bag over the outside of the
A/C after poking several holes in it. (The bag, duh).

 

Wet shoes and floor mats aggravate the situation too. bob

 

Wet shoes and floor mats aggravate the situation too. bob

 

So do lengthy discussions on the merits of Toyota vs. Honda vs. Isuzu Vs.
Chrysler Vs. Ford and who shouldda wouldda won the last election

 

So do lengthy discussions on the merits of Toyota vs. Honda vs. Isuzu Vs.
Chrysler Vs. Ford and who shouldda wouldda won the last election