Why is the car air conditioning compressor not turning?

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JosiahLynn
07/29/25 7:43pm
Possible reasons for the car air conditioning compressor not turning include: 1. Insufficient refrigerant, which causes the computer to automatically stop the compressor. In this case, simply adding a certain amount of refrigerant can solve the problem. 2. It is also necessary to check whether the power supply and grounding of the air conditioning compressor are normal, whether the engine radiator and condenser are clean, whether the engine temperature is too high, and whether the air conditioning computer is working properly. These conditions can all cause the air conditioning compressor to stop working. 3. The primary reason for the compressor not working is prolonged use of the air conditioning system. Over time, severe internal wear can lead to the compressor failing.
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