How Does a Car Air Conditioner Cool?

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VonAnnie
07/29/25 3:25am
Methods for car air conditioning cooling: 1. Press the AC button when cooling, then the compressor clutch will engage, allowing the engine to drive the compressor. 2. To turn on the cold air, adjust the button towards the blue area. Below is relevant information about air conditioning cooling: 1. When the compressor is running, it continuously compresses the refrigerant and delivers it to the evaporator. 2. The refrigerant absorbs heat in the evaporator, cooling it. The cooled evaporator then cools the air blown by the blower, allowing the car air conditioner vents to blow cold air. 3. The car air conditioner filter also needs to be replaced regularly. If not replaced for a long time, it will affect the air quality inside the car. 4. The car air conditioner also needs regular cleaning and disinfection. If not cleaned and disinfected for a long time, many bacteria will grow in the car's air conditioning system, which can harm the health of passengers. 5. It is recommended to regularly clean the car's air conditioning system during normal use.
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DeMadelyn
08/12/25 7:16am
After driving for so many years, I've gained some insights into air conditioning cooling. When you press the A/C button, a substance called refrigerant starts circulating in the system. The compressor first compresses the refrigerant into a high-temperature, high-pressure gas, which is then sent to the condenser at the front of the car to dissipate heat. With the help of the fan, it turns into a liquid. This liquid then flows to the expansion valve, where it instantly decompresses and turns into a chilly mist. Finally, in the evaporator, it absorbs the heat from the air inside the car, and the blower blows out this cold air, cooling down the cabin. When using the AC, remember to turn on the recirculation mode first for better cooling efficiency, and increasing the fan speed can cool the car down faster. If the AC doesn't seem to be working well, it's likely due to refrigerant leakage or a dirty condenser with poor heat dissipation. I usually get it checked before summer.
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