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Old Oct 26, 2008 | 08:20 PM
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Question A/C Vents inside Center Console???

Just purchased 2001 E320 with 40k miles. I have been using this forum usually by searching for my topic and most everything important is already covered somewhere. Thank you.

Somebody must know - why are there a/c vents INSIDE the storage unit (under where the driver would rest his right elbow)??

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Old Oct 26, 2008 | 11:16 PM
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To Keep the contents cold..No More Melted candy
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Old Oct 26, 2008 | 11:28 PM
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if you want,since it distributes the same temp as the main vents.You can also keep a burger nice and tasty warm,if so inclined.Just close all the dash vents and open up the console one,insert burger and wait
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 02:00 AM
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Originally Posted by MARK CUMMINS
No More Melted candy
That is not entirely true... If you forget to close the vents on a cold day with your chocolate inside, you can pray the wrapping is sealed or you'll have chocolate all over
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 06:17 AM
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 09:28 AM
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DAMN I stuffed the cat in there!!! I thought it was some type of built in pet carrier..
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 10:03 AM
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 11:45 AM
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I make sure my Ipod is always at sufficient working temperature
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 01:24 PM
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Well... not sure if there is a straight answer in the bunch! Finally stumped the panel - Wow!

This group is great. Honestly I have trouble changing a light bulb but I replaced the antenna tip that I lost an hour after I bought the car going through the car wash after researching it on the board. Thanks again, even if no one knows the real reason for the vents!!!
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 03:01 PM
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are the real anwsers.The first ones,keep things cool on hot days, keep things warm on cool days
Honest.For reals.It's in the owners manual.

it even warns you with a note that says
"the compartment can get very warm due to its confined space.When storing heat sensitive objects in the compartment,close the air outlet while heating the passenger compartment.Also do not obstruct the air outlet."
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 07:31 PM
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amazing. That is too funny I thought those were all jokes! OK then - we'll go with it. Thanks again!
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Old Oct 28, 2008 | 01:16 PM
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in aluminum foil.A 8 lb. turkey takes just 2 hours.
"Just Set it,and forget it."
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Old Oct 29, 2008 | 08:49 PM
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Cool OK

now I know it's a put on!
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Old Oct 30, 2008 | 08:08 AM
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2,3,4,5,8,

and 12.
Those are all real or potential things attempted.
The others take modification kits from aftermarket suppliers to boost console temperatures beyond stock values.Mercedes warns these modifications to cooking temperatures may void warranty for use of non spec parts.
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