Hot Weather And Cool Tips In Car Cabin

AC cooling features in the car cabin. (Doc. Suzuki Indomobil Sales)

JAKARTA - The hot weather that has recently hit Indonesian territory has made many people feel uncomfortable when driving outside the room, especially when in the car. In addition, the outside heat can also affect the temperature of the vehicle cabin, increasing discomfort for car users.

Hariadi, as Asst. to Service Dept Head of PT Suzuki Indomobil Sales (PT SIS), revealed that the hot weather that hit Indonesia coincided with the high level of air pollution which is currently being considered. It also affects driving behavior, especially after the car parked for a long time in the sun.

"This is due to the hot temperature absorbed by the vehicle and trapped in the cabin room which can produce temperatures up to 30 degrees higher than the outdoor temperature. This situation certainly disturbs the comfort of vehicle owners when they want to drive," Hariadi said in a release received by VOI, Monday, September 18.

For those who want to deal with the hot temperature when using the car, there are several tips that can be applied. Here are steps that can help make cabin temperature more comfortable:

1. Turn on the engine first

The first step that needs to be done is to turn on the car engine. Ensure that the car transmission is in a parking or neutral position. In addition, make sure the air conditioner has not been activated, so that the engine can work gradually after a long time of not being used.

2. Open the car window window

Once the car engine is turned on, it is recommended to open all car windows, including driver glass, front passenger glass, and rear glass. This will help create better air circulation in the car. Fresh air from the outside will help lower the high temperature inside the cabin, so drivers and passengers feel more comfortable.

3. Turn on the car engine and air conditioner

Next, turn on the car's air conditioner system. Make sure the air conditioner is set at the lowest temperature and the level of gusts is high, or you can use the AC Auto feature for 2 minutes to quickly lower the temperature in the cabin. Once the cabin temperature returns to normal, you can close the windshield and adjust the air conditioner temperature to be more comfortable, which is around 22-24 degrees Celsius.

4. Use a Car Sarong during the Parking

To avoid a drastic increase in temperature when the car is parked in the sun, it is recommended to use good quality car sarongs. Car sarongs can protect the car from direct sunlight and also keep the vehicle paint durable. In addition to car sarongs, the use of glass covers and selection of quality film windows can also help keep the cabin temperature of the vehicle cool.