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Title: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: gpenny07931 on 01 December 2012, 19:55:21
Hello all. Anybody got any good advice on stopping my windscreen fogging up in the mornings. It's a real pain in the a**e. Tried the aircon but it's not really quick.
Title: Re: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: RobG on 01 December 2012, 20:04:19
Press Auto mode, switch-on the air recirculation by pressing the button A once (3 round arrows will be indicated, without "A" in the middle). Now the ECC will recognize the correct flap position. Wait 1-2 secs then switch off the air recirc by pressing button "A" again.
Title: Re: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: Auto Addict on 01 December 2012, 20:12:30
Also check the scuttle drain, if it's wet in there, it could be making the pollen filter damp.
Title: Re: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: gpenny07931 on 01 December 2012, 20:49:19
I will give that a try tomorrow morning. cheers. I've heard rubbing washing up liquid on inside of window works any idea if that's true?
Title: Re: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: Andy B on 01 December 2012, 22:18:38
I will give that a try tomorrow morning. cheers. I've heard rubbing washing up liquid on inside of window works any idea if that's true?

Probably, haven't you ever wiped your bathroom mirror with a bit of shaving foam so you can see to shave?  ;) ;)
Title: Re: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: doz on 01 December 2012, 22:32:43
Mine was a right pain this morning on the way to Birmingham. I also flicked the recerc button a couple of times. Then I noticed nipper had his back pack and coat stuffed down the passengers footwell. Got him to put it in the back seat and it seemed to stop fogging. So not sure if it was the redirc switch needed a tweek or the coat blocking a vent
Title: Re: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: TheBoy on 02 December 2012, 09:20:00
Also ensure the ventilation exhaust holes are clear, as you need an airflow through the car to get rid of the moisture that builds up.

These are in the OS cubby hole in the boot, at the bottom. Its best to leave this cubby hole pretty empty, with 1st aid kit suspended in its cage higher up.
Title: Re: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: omega3000 on 02 December 2012, 09:24:49
Also ensure the ventilation exhaust holes are clear, as you need an airflow through the car to get rid of the moisture that builds up.

These are in the OS cubby hole in the boot, at the bottom. Its best to leave this cubby hole pretty empty, with 1st aid kit suspended in its cage higher up.

 ::)

I had a look and couldnt see anything like what you say , just the cd changer and first aid kit holder and case  :(

Mind you there is a old nokia phone box stuffed with wheel nuts in there as well ..
Title: Re: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: TheBoy on 02 December 2012, 10:01:38
Also ensure the ventilation exhaust holes are clear, as you need an airflow through the car to get rid of the moisture that builds up.

These are in the OS cubby hole in the boot, at the bottom. Its best to leave this cubby hole pretty empty, with 1st aid kit suspended in its cage higher up.

 ::)

I had a look and couldnt see anything like what you say , just the cd changer and first aid kit holder and case  :(

Mind you there is a old nokia phone box stuffed with wheel nuts in there as well ..
2 4" square black plastic vents, behind changer
Title: Re: windscreen fogging on inside.
Post by: Andy B on 02 December 2012, 11:03:48
...

I had a look and couldnt see anything like what you say , .l ..

Look behind the bumper ... you can't miss it.  ;)