Does Sitting in the Car with the AC On Damage the Vehicle?
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Sitting in the car with the AC on can damage the vehicle. It causes certain wear and tear on the engine, potentially requiring shorter maintenance intervals. If the engine's RPM is too low, it may struggle to power the AC, and even if it does, it can lead to unstable engine operation, incomplete combustion, and increased carbon deposits. Additionally, idling with the AC on can result in poor system cooling, easily causing the engine temperature to rise too high, which may damage the engine. Below are some tips for AC maintenance: 1. Comprehensive AC inspection: When using the AC for the first time in summer, inspect the AC system thoroughly, such as checking the refrigerant level via the reservoir, whether the AC filter is too dirty, and if there are any foreign objects in the radiator. 2. Pay attention to AC cleaning: The AC filter should be replaced regularly to prevent moldy odors. The condenser should also be cleaned periodically, and for a thorough cleaning, the radiator should be removed.