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If you have the heat on in the defrost position , the air conditioning compressor will

cycle on and off to help dehumidify the air if the outside temperature is about 50

degrees Fahrenheit or warmer

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Q: Why does ac compressor cycle on and off when heat is on in a 98 ford explorer?
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