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Originally Posted by wwest40
Most modern day A/C systems include an OAT, Outside Air Temperature, sensor. And I presume that it would be this sensor that is used to determine when to reduce the level of regen used during coastdown periods and when braking is used.
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I'm not sure if my Escort has one. I know the manual says that when selecting defrost the compressor engages at temps above 45*F. I could see them being lazy and just using the IAT though.
Any idea why Ford decided to limit regen braking when temps drop?