What Causes No Cooling or Airflow in Car AC at High Speeds?

1 Answers
MaryDella
07/29/25 11:39pm
The reasons why a car's air conditioning does not cool or blow air at high speeds are as follows: Reason 1: Too much dirt and dust on the condenser, leading to poor cooling performance. Reason 2: Too much debris in the air filter, affecting the blower's air intake and reducing airflow. Reason 3: Excessive dirt on the evaporator, significantly impacting both air intake and cooling, thereby severely affecting the AC's cooling performance. Reason 4: Ice formation on the evaporator surface, severely obstructing the AC's airflow. Below is an introduction to car air conditioning: Introduction 1: The heating principle of car air conditioning is simple. When the heating function is turned on, high-temperature coolant from the engine flows through the heater core, and the air blown by the blower passes through the heater core, allowing warm air to be blown out from the AC vents. Introduction 2: The cooling principle of car air conditioning is also straightforward. When the AC button is pressed, the AC compressor clutch engages, allowing the engine to drive the compressor. The compressor continuously compresses the refrigerant and sends it to the evaporator. Introduction 3: When the refrigerant expands in the evaporator, it absorbs heat, cooling the evaporator. The cooled evaporator then cools the air blown by the blower, allowing cold air to be blown out from the AC vents.
Was this review help?
8
0
Share
More Forum Discussions

What happens if you drive 200 kilometers after the Audi oil light comes on?

This will cause the engine to lose lubrication, resulting in severe wear and damage to the engine. After the Audi oil light comes on, you can still drive about 50 to 100 kilometers. When the car's oil warning light comes on, it doesn't mean there is no oil left; it just serves as a reminder. However, you should refill the oil promptly to avoid potential engine damage. Oil plays a crucial role in the engine, including lubrication, cleaning, cooling, sealing, reducing wear, damping vibrations, and preventing rust and corrosion. More details are as follows: 1. Oil classification: Currently, oil can be divided into three categories: mineral oil, semi-synthetic oil, and fully synthetic oil. Audi commonly uses fully synthetic oil. 2. Explanation of the yellow oil light warning: When the yellow oil light comes on, it indicates that the oil level has reached the lower limit. Driving with insufficient oil can cause the engine to overheat, increase wear, and severely affect the engine's working conditions. It is possible to drive for a short time in an emergency, but high-speed driving is not recommended as it may lead to poor lubrication and serious engine damage.
18
2
Share

Is the toe-in of a car larger at the front or the rear?

The toe-in of a car is smaller at the front and larger at the rear. Front wheel toe-in: Front wheel toe-in refers to the condition where the distance between the front ends of the two front wheels is smaller than the distance between the rear ends. It can also refer to the angle between the direction of the car's movement and the plane of the front wheels. Viewed from above the car, the two front wheels form a V-shape with the opening facing forward. Function of toe-in: To ensure stable straight-line driving, the steering wheels should have an automatic self-centering effect. That is, when the steering wheels are deflected by an external force (such as hitting a stone), they should immediately return to the straight-line driving position once the external force disappears. This self-centering effect is achieved by the alignment parameters of the steering wheels, and front wheel toe-in is one of these alignment parameters.
10
4
Share

What Wrench is Used to Remove a Car Battery?

Commonly used wrenches for removing car batteries include sizes 10, 12, 13, and 14. Due to differences in car and battery specifications, the required wrench size may vary. Car Battery Introduction: Also known as a storage battery, its working principle involves converting chemical energy into electrical energy. Batteries are categorized into conventional lead-acid batteries, dry-charged batteries, and maintenance-free batteries, with the most common type being lead-acid batteries. Lifespan: The normal lifespan of a car battery ranges from 1 to 8 years, largely depending on vehicle usage and maintenance. Practices such as regular maintenance and warming up the vehicle before starting in winter can reduce battery wear and extend its lifespan.
7
4
Share

Why does the manual transmission jerk when accelerating in second and third gears?

Manual transmission jerking when accelerating in second and third gears is mainly caused by poor clutch-throttle coordination, substandard fuel quality, spark plug failure, and other reasons. Poor clutch-throttle coordination: When the engine speed and clutch disc speed are not synchronized, it will cause a jerk when releasing the clutch. Substandard fuel quality: Using substandard fuel that does not burn completely can also cause the car to jerk. Spark plug failure: Faulty spark plugs or ignition coils can also lead to jerking sensations. Solutions: When lifting the clutch to the half-engaged point, pause briefly, or slightly press the accelerator while releasing the clutch to add a bit of throttle, which can help avoid car jerking.
18
2
Share

What causes water leakage behind the sunroof?

Water leakage behind the sunroof may be caused by a malfunction in the sunroof drainage system or improper closure of the sunroof glass. Sunroof drainage system malfunction: The sunroof drainage system does not rely entirely on sealing strips. After all, they are rubber components, and in heavy rainfall, some water may inevitably seep through the seals. This water then flows into specially designed drainage channels and is expelled from the vehicle through drainage pipes. Improper closure of the sunroof glass: Ensure the sunroof is tightly closed and carefully read the vehicle's user manual; clear the drainage pipes or adjust the drainage pipe connections. Maintenance of sunroof sealing strips: The sunroof sealing strips are located on the roof and are frequently exposed to wind and sunlight. Being rubber components, they tend to age relatively quickly.
5
5
Share

How long after the expiration of Guangzhou's energy-saving license plate can one apply for the lottery again?

Guangzhou's energy-saving license plate can be reapplied for the lottery two years after expiration. Situation after two years of lottery: If the incremental quotas obtained by individuals or units through the lottery method are invalidated due to overdue non-use, they cannot apply for incremental quotas again within 2 years from the date of quota invalidation. Introduction to car purchase lottery: The method of lottery car purchase is to first register for an appointment and queue, and then participate in the lottery uniformly. No money is required for the lottery car purchase. The computer randomly generates 10 numbers, and the lottery participant selects one number from them. Car lottery is a measure of vehicle purchase restriction, which limits the number of car licenses issued. The lottery is actually similar to drawing lots, and only those who win have the qualification to buy a car.
6
3
Share
Cookie
Cookie Settings
© 2025 Servanan International Pte. Ltd.