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Originally Posted by Big-Foot
Actually the AC compressor does not put a strain on the engine directly as it does in most cars. There's no direct connection (belt) for the AC Compressor on a TCH. It is driven (always) via it's own electric motor. Hence the reason a TCH can run it's AC while in EV mode.
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Randy,
Thanks for the info; it makes sense to me. I am confused, however, by the number of posts I think I read earlier in the year about people stating they try to improve FE by limiting A/C use. Are they (like me) misled? If so, maybe there is a case to be made for running in AUTO mode. One reason I don't do it now because I don't like the A/C coming on when I'm running the heater or when I want vent air.