Why is there abnormal noise when stepping on the accelerator with the air conditioning on?

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Ellis
07/30/25 7:35am
1. The abnormal noise is related to engine speed: Most common abnormal noises in the engine depend on the engine speed state. The noise exists during idle or low-speed operation. Possible causes include: excessive clearance between the piston and cylinder wall; overly tight piston pin or connecting rod bearing assembly; excessive clearance between the tappet and its guide hole; wear on the camshaft profile. 2. The abnormal noise is related to load: Many abnormal noises in the engine are clearly related to its load. When a cylinder is cut off, the noise disappears or reduces. Possible causes include: piston knocking; loose connecting rod bearing; piston ring leakage; broken piston pin. 3. The abnormal noise is related to temperature: Noise occurs at low temperatures and decreases or even disappears as the temperature rises. Possible causes include: excessive clearance between the piston and cylinder wall; piston issues due to incorrect depth and width of the main bearing oil groove.
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