Re-circulaton switch not working - LotusTalk

Ronev · 06-25-2009, 10:17 AM

...re:A/C. Anyone have an idea what the problem could be (before I drive to Dallas to the dealer)?

The switch doesn't light up, and no changes to the A/C happen.

Thanks.

Maggie · 06-25-2009, 10:40 AM

Don't know, but mine doesn't either. It's worked I think one day since I bought the car, and I don't know why it decided to work that day.

qu1Z · 06-25-2009, 10:45 AM

don't bother trying to get it covered under warranty. Lotus doesn't seem to want to fix AC problems when they break for no reason.

TheViper · 06-25-2009, 12:18 PM

You have two possible issues, the switch lighting and it operating, both being controlled through the "Switch Pack Module". The "Recirculation Switch" actually closes off outside air into the system by way of an actuator in the air intake. A "VERY" simple solution, to assure using only interior conditioned air is to tape over the two air intakes in the nose, which is the same (maybe better) than operating the "Recirc. Switch"
BTW, I am doubtful that you could notice the difference even if the switch was operating correctly. Additionally, only using inside air has no disadvantages, especially in the AC mode.
Cheers,
Michael

06-25-2009, 10:17 AM	#1 (permalink)
Ronev Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 8	Re-circulaton switch not working ...re:A/C. Anyone have an idea what the problem could be (before I drive to Dallas to the dealer)? The switch doesn't light up, and no changes to the A/C happen. Thanks. __________________ 2005 Elise, Nightfall Blue, Sports Pack, Touring Pack Last edited by Ronev : 06-25-2009 at 10:26 AM.

06-25-2009, 10:40 AM	#2 (permalink)
Maggie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Durham NC Posts: 146	Don't know, but mine doesn't either. It's worked I think one day since I bought the car, and I don't know why it decided to work that day. __________________ 2005 LRG Elise--sold 2006 AW Elise

06-25-2009, 10:45 AM	#3 (permalink)
qu1Z ub3r s3xy Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Montana Posts: 414	don't bother trying to get it covered under warranty. Lotus doesn't seem to want to fix AC problems when they break for no reason. __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise (Chrome Orange) - RIP 2006 Lotus Exige (Aspen White) - Larini SE Exhaust/Decat & Naked.

06-25-2009, 12:18 PM	#4 (permalink)
TheViper Alarmed & Dangerous Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Boca Raton FL Posts: 3,190	You have two possible issues, the switch lighting and it operating, both being controlled through the "Switch Pack Module". The "Recirculation Switch" actually closes off outside air into the system by way of an actuator in the air intake. A "VERY" simple solution, to assure using only interior conditioned air is to tape over the two air intakes in the nose, which is the same (maybe better) than operating the "Recirc. Switch" BTW, I am doubtful that you could notice the difference even if the switch was operating correctly. Additionally, only using inside air has no disadvantages, especially in the AC mode. Cheers, Michael __________________ Cobra OEM - Alarm, Immobilizer, CDL Emergency Override with warranty Additional Emergency Touch Keys - see link above Brand New Cobra Alarm Remote with warranty Cobra Remote Key Fob Strap Cobra Window Closing Module - Add to your existing Cobra alarm 3 Piece Front Clam Protection Kit with Center Bumper Undertray Removal Tool INFORMATION Improved AC & Heating System Battery Choices & Information Remote Key Fob, Alarm & Immobilizer Programming Light Bulb Conversions 2005 Last edited by TheViper : 06-25-2009 at 12:43 PM.

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