What Causes a Car to Lose Power When Accelerating with the AC On?

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McNatalie
07/30/25 9:51am
The reasons why a car loses power when accelerating with the AC on: Turning on the AC increases the engine load, especially during hot summer days when fuel vapor increases relatively, leading to a decrease in fuel pressure within the fuel system. Additionally, a clogged fuel filter can result in insufficient fuel supply. Below is an introduction to car air conditioning: 1. Definition of car air conditioning: The car air conditioning system is a device that cools, heats, ventilates, and purifies the air inside the cabin, providing a comfortable environment for passengers, reducing driver fatigue, and improving driving safety. 2. Application of car air conditioning: Most cars use an integrated heating and cooling air conditioning system. The layout typically combines the evaporator, heater core, centrifugal blower, and control mechanism into a single unit, known as the air conditioning assembly.
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