How to Install Air Conditioning in a Van?

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TeaganRose
07/30/25 8:11am
To install an air conditioning system, first mount the compressor bracket and then install the compressor. The next step is to install the evaporator assembly, followed by connecting the pipelines to complete the installation. Vans without factory air conditioning typically have pre-designed pathways for the AC pipelines, making the installation process relatively straightforward. More details are as follows: 1. Air conditioning is a crucial comfort feature in vehicles, used daily during both winter and summer. The cooling principle of air conditioning is quite simple: when the AC button is pressed, the compressor clutch engages, allowing the engine to drive the compressor. The compressor then continuously compresses the refrigerant and delivers it to the evaporator. 2. Inside the evaporator, the refrigerant expands and absorbs heat, cooling the evaporator. The cooled evaporator, in turn, cools the air blown by the fan, resulting in cold air being emitted from the AC vents.
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