How Often Should a Car Compressor Be Replaced?
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Generally, a car compressor should be replaced every 10 years. The main maintenance tasks for a car compressor include checking the tension of the compressor belt. If the belt tension is too high, it can lead to premature failure of the compressor pulley bearing, resulting in loud compressor noise. If not repaired in time, it may cause damage to the clutch. Conversely, if the belt tension is too low, it can cause the belt to slip, reducing the compressor's speed and leading to poor cooling performance. The car compressor is the heart of the car's air conditioning refrigeration system, responsible for compressing and transporting refrigerant vapor. Compressors can be divided into two types: fixed displacement and variable displacement. Based on their working principles, air conditioning compressors can be categorized as fixed displacement compressors and variable displacement compressors.