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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 08:19 AM
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Anyone noticed the center console box getting cold whenever the AC is running in the vehicle? Is the AC vented to the box?
I don't see this as a feature in the manual but unless my hand is feeling things, it's cold in there when the air conditioner is activated.
Does anyone know if the box gets hot when the heater is on?
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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 10:13 AM
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I assume that the ductwork bringing AC to the rear vents for back seat passengers runs right under the center box. Probably heat in the winter too.
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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 10:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Quantum501
I assume that the ductwork bringing AC to the rear vents for back seat passengers runs right under the center box. Probably heat in the winter too.
All from rear vents for sure.
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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 11:25 AM
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I'm not 100% sure, but I seem to recall an option for a refrigerated cup holder, perhaps yours has this option.
I've never noticed the console getting cold or warm, where were you touching with your hand?
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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 12:10 PM
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I'm not 100% sure, but I seem to recall an option for a refrigerated cup holder, perhaps yours has this option.
I've never noticed the console getting cold or warm, where were you touching with your hand?
The sides are freezing cold with air on. I know ours does NOT have any option like that.
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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 12:51 PM
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My old Acura had the same thing happen. The cup holders and center storage box were freezing with the AC on.
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