What to Do When the Car Air Conditioner Drain is Clogged?
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Here are the solutions for a clogged car air conditioner drain: 1. Turn off the power, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the front panel and partition to expose the condenser and drain tray. 2. Fill a mineral water bottle with water and flush the drain pipe along the tray several times to see if it can be unclogged. If not, use a thin wire to slowly clear the blockage, remove the obstructing material, and then flush with water until the drain flows smoothly. 3. Reinstall the partition and panel in the reverse order of removal. Here is some additional information: 1. The air conditioner drain hole is located under the chassis, and its exact position varies by car model. During the cooling process, the car air conditioner produces condensate, and the condensate pipe is located under the chassis. During the rainy season, passing through mud and standing water can also cause the drain hole to clog. The consequences are similar to a clogged engine compartment drain hole, where water can backflow into the car, causing floor flooding. 2. The fit between the window glass and the sealing strip is not perfect, so rainwater naturally flows along the window glass into the door interior during rain. At this point, the door drain hole is needed to drain the water. The door drain hole is at the very bottom of the door, normally hidden by the door seal, making it hard to see.
