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Can a sedan trunk accommodate an outdoor air conditioning unit?

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EmmaMarie

07/29/25 9:05pm

Can a sedan trunk accommodate an outdoor air conditioning unit? The size of the trunk varies depending on the car model. Generally, the trunk of a mid-sized car can fit an outdoor air conditioning unit. However, the outdoor unit must not be laid flat during transportation because the compressor inside the outdoor unit is heavy. If laid flat during transport, the fixed iron plate at the bottom of the compressor may deform due to vibration, which could also damage the pipes connected to the compressor, leading to damage of the outdoor unit. Precautions for transporting an outdoor air conditioning unit: The outdoor unit should be kept in its normal upright position during transportation. It should not be placed upside down or laid flat, and excessive jolting should be avoided. If the outdoor unit is laid flat or placed upside down during transport, the suction and discharge pipes connected to the compressor may deform or even break due to vibration, causing damage to the air conditioner. The indoor unit of the air conditioner must not be exposed to rain or water to prevent electric leakage. Before dismantling the air conditioner, the Freon should be properly collected to avoid a shortage of refrigerant. To keep the pipe openings clean and prevent dust from entering, it is best to seal them with tape. Avoid flattening the disconnected pipes to prevent obstruction in the air conditioning system's refrigerant lines. During transportation, the air conditioner should be tilted at an angle of less than 45 degrees to prevent compressor oil from entering the pipes, which could cause high-pressure ice blockage.

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