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Why is the car air conditioning fan making loud noises?

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McArianna
08/29/25 6:00am
Reasons for loud noises from the car air conditioning fan: The blades of the exhaust fan inside the air conditioning system may be deformed, and it is recommended to replace the exhaust fan; the motor of the exhaust fan inside the air conditioning system may be damaged, and it is recommended to replace the exhaust fan; there may be excessive dirt inside the air conditioning system, and it is recommended to clean the air conditioning. Relevant information about the car air conditioning filter is as follows: 1. Introduction: The car air conditioning filter is a specialized filter used for air purification inside the car cabin. It uses activated carbon composite filter cloth made of highly efficient adsorption material activated carbon and long-fiber non-woven fabric, with a compact structure. 2. Function: It can effectively filter smoke odors, pollen, dust, harmful gases, and various odors. The filter can also efficiently filter and adsorb particulate impurities, achieving the performance of filtering oil and purifying air.
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LauraRose
09/11/25 3:40am
Recently, I've been experiencing loud noises from the AC fan, with an annoying buzzing sound while driving. Thinking back, the most common cause is leaves or small insects stuck on the fan blades, so it's necessary to stop and check to clean them out. If the filter is too dirty and blocks airflow, the fan has to work harder, making more noise—regular filter replacement can prevent this. Worn or loose fan bearings can also cause friction sounds, which lubrication or replacement can alleviate. I remember once on a long drive, the noise was so loud it affected my hearing, and it turned out to be unstable motor voltage causing abnormal fan speed. Now, I regularly maintain the AC system to prevent noise from worsening and affecting cooling performance, making driving more comfortable and worry-free.
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NathanFitz
10/25/25 4:29am
The fan is extremely noisy? As someone who enjoys DIY car repairs, when encountering this issue, first check if the fan blades are obstructed by foreign objects like dust or bird feathers. Simply cleaning them should do the trick. Worn-out bearings are the most common cause, producing squeaky noises that require lubrication or replacement. Try gently rotating the fan by hand to check for smoothness. A dirty filter increases the load, amplifying the noise—cleaning or replacing the filter will show immediate results. Always disconnect the power before disassembling for safety, and finding a tutorial to remove and clean the fan yourself is straightforward. If the noise persists, consider a motor malfunction. Spend some time addressing minor issues before the AC completely breaks down.
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