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Air conditioning works by having the refrigerant undergo changes of state of the refrigerant between a liquid and a vapor, and also through heat exchanges, where heat is absorbed by the refrigerant, and is then exchanged to the ambient air both in the condenser and evaporator. In order for the heat absorbed by the refrigerant to be able to be exchanged to the ambient air, the temperature of the refrigerant must be significantly higher than that of the ambient air. Compressing the refrigerant into a high pressure vapor (which the compressor does) increases the heat of the refrigerant, as, when under high pressure, the molecules rub together more frequently, thus generating additional heat to the heat already absorbed by the refrigerant. This facilitates the heat transfer necessary for the proper performance of an air conditioning system.
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What does a compressor do on a car?
An AC compressor compresses the freon and circulates the freon through the system. An air ride compressor pumps compressed air into air bags to level the vehicle and/or alter the handling of the vehicle.
Can AC freon leak at front of the clucth on ac compressor on a 1995 GMC safari?
yes there is a seal on the front of compressor that can go bad and leak freon.
Why is your ac in your 98 rodeo not blowing cold air?
Look to see if the compressor is running when the ac is on. If not, then check the Freon pressure, as the compressor won't run if the Freon is low.
Why isn't your ac compressor coming on when you turn on the ac?
most likely it is out of freon
What would cause the AC compressor of a 2005 Toyota Tacoma not to turn on besides a fuse?
Check the Freon pressure first. The AC compressor will not turn on if the Freon pressure is too low.
Will the ac compressor run with no freon on a 1996 Chevy cavalier?
no it has a safeguard to prevent overheating the compressor
How do you change out the Air Conditioner compressor of a 1997 Suzuki Esteem?
Take it to a shop. You will not be able get freon to finish the job as it is a regulated gas. Only licensed AC mechanics can purchase freon.
What does it mean when your ac stops blowing cold air?
It usually means that your system has developed a leak. Your AC system is charged with freon gas. If a certain amount leaks out, a safety device prevents the AC compressor from starting. Without the compressor, no cold air.
What if you put too much freon in your ac?
Excessive freon may cause the compressor to"slug" (Seize)
What is the basics of compressor?
Unsure as to what type of compressor you are asking about, but an AC compressor compresses gas/freon and pushes it through the system. With a normal Air Compressor, it just compresses the air so that you expel it to pump tires or blow up floats.
Your ac will not come on a 1987 Chevy Celebrity what can you check for?
Low or no freon will cause the AC not to work. Also if the clutch on the AC compressor has failed, or if the compressor itself failed.
How do you add freon to Lexus sc400?
You add freon to the low side fitting,top front,on the ac compressor
