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Causes of Car AC Compressor Clutch Failure

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The compressor clutch of your vehicle’s ac is among the most crucial parts of the A/C system. The compressor is responsible for pressurizing the entire air conditioning system, pushing the cool refrigerated air throughout, and ensuring that things are working efficiently.  However, as the  ac compressor clutch  is cycling on and off consistently, it begins to show signs of wear after some time. When something happens to the compressor clutch, your vehicle’s A/C will not be able to continue blowing cool air. A worn, failing, or damaged clutch will be unable to control the refrigerant’s flow in the system and blow cool air.   Too Little Refrigerant When the pipes for refrigerant develop cracks or holes, the refrigerant will leak out. After some time, there would be too little refrigerant left, and the compressor will seize. It is because it will need to work extra hard to pump insufficient refrigerant through the system. Eventually, it will break, and you will have to ...

Common Reasons Why Your Car AC Does Not Turn On

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  Have you ever turned on your car AC only to be disappointed on a scorching hot day? You are not alone. Insufficient air cooling – among several other things – indicates that there is something not right with your vehicle’s AC system. A vehicle’s air conditioning unit has three parts. There is an ac compressor, an  ac condenser , and an evaporator. For the system to function optimally, every part should be maintained and serviced regularly.  Indicators of a Failing  AC Compressor   Compressors usually last as long as the life of a vehicle, around 15 years. Having your vehicle regularly checked and serviced can help your car, along with the ac, to perform efficiently.  Among the ways that you may be able to tell that there is something wrong with the  ac compressor   are: Leakages – They indicate that the refrigerant is escaping the system somewhere through the gaskets, seals, hoses, and O-rings. Refrigerants also help to keep everything lubricat...