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Can the car still run if the air conditioning belt is broken?

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RyderMarie

07/29/25 9:49pm

The air conditioning belt only drives the air conditioning compressor, so if it breaks, it will not affect the normal operation of the car. Below is relevant information about the car air conditioning system: 1. Introduction to Car Air Conditioning: The car air conditioning system consists of a compressor, condenser, throttle element, evaporator, fan, and necessary control components. It is used to regulate the temperature and humidity inside the car, providing a comfortable environment for the driver. 2. Working Principle: When the compressor is running, it sucks in low-temperature and low-pressure gaseous refrigerant from the evaporator. After compression, the temperature and pressure of the refrigerant increase, and it is sent to the condenser. Inside the condenser, the high-temperature and high-pressure gaseous refrigerant transfers heat to the outside air passing through the condenser and liquefies, turning into a liquid. When the liquid refrigerant flows through the throttle device, its temperature and pressure decrease, and it enters the evaporator. Inside the evaporator, the low-temperature and low-pressure liquid refrigerant absorbs heat from the car's interior air passing through the evaporator and evaporates, turning into a gas. The gas is then sucked back into the compressor for the next cycle.

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MacBennett

08/15/25 9:23pm

I experienced a sudden AC belt breakage last year and immediately pulled over. This is no trivial matter because this belt not only drives the AC compressor but also connects to the water pump and alternator. Once the belt snaps, the water pump stops instantly, coolant circulation halts, and the engine will overheat within minutes with warning lights. Continuing to drive risks cylinder scoring or even complete engine failure. The steering wheel also becomes extremely heavy as the power steering pump stops working. Even if you're in a hurry, you must shut off the engine and call a tow truck. Forcing to drive could turn a few hundred dollar repair into tens of thousands.

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