What could be the reason if the car's air conditioning stops cooling right after adding refrigerant?

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CourtneyAnn
07/30/25 7:00am
If the car's air conditioning stops cooling right after adding refrigerant, it could be due to the following reasons: 1. Reason one: The added refrigerant may not be compatible with the air conditioning system or the amount added may be incorrect, such as too much or too little refrigerant. 2. Reason two: Apart from insufficient refrigerant, if the air conditioning system has been used for a long time without cleaning, the internal filter may become too dirty, which can also affect the cooling performance. 3. Reason three: Insufficient power supply voltage can cause the air conditioning to stop cooling. Normally, the voltage required for the air conditioning to start properly should be 220V ±10%.
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