What Causes the Hissing Sound When Turning on the AC in a Car?
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Car AC making a hissing sound when turned on can be attributed to the following reasons: 1. Belt Slippage: The AC compressor is driven by the engine crankshaft via a belt. If the belt becomes loose, aged, severely worn, or if the tensioner lacks sufficient tension, it can cause the belt to slip, resulting in a hissing noise. 2. AC Compressor Malfunction: When the AC switch is turned on, the compressor starts operating. If the compressor is damaged (e.g., due to an abnormal clutch), it may produce a hissing sound. 3. Foreign Objects in the Air Duct: If there are foreign objects in the AC system's air duct, they can rotate with the blower's airflow and repeatedly hit the air filter, causing a hissing noise.