Engine Coolant

AIR TEMPERATURE DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

The air temperature controls are divided into 7 areas:
- HVAC Control Components
- Heating and A/C Operation
- Auxiliary Heating and A/C Operation
- Automatic Operation
- Steering Wheel Controls
- Engine Coolant
- A/C Cycle

Engine Coolant
Engine coolant is the essential element of the heating system. The thermostat controls the normal engine operating coolant temperature. The thermostat also creates a restriction for the cooling system that promotes a positive coolant flow and helps prevent cavitation.

Coolant enters the heater core through the inlet heater hose, in a pressurized state. The heater core is located inside the HVAC module. The ambient air drawn through the HVAC module absorbs the heat of the coolant flowing through the heater core. Heated air is distributed to the passenger compartment, through the HVAC module, for passenger comfort. Opening or closing the air temperature door controls the amount of heat delivered to the passenger compartment. The coolant exits the heater core through the return heater hose and recirculated back through the engine cooling system.