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How Does The A/C and Heating System Work In A Vehicle?

How Does The A/C and Heating System Work In A Vehicle?

Have you ever wondered how your car's air conditioning and heating system works? Let's take a journey to explore how this magical system works, so you can understand the mechanics behind creating a cozy haven inside your car no matter what the temperature is outside. The Prelude: A Balancing Act Your car's climate control system is like a balancing act, where it's important to maintain a comfortable temperature inside the car. There are two main systems responsible for this - the air conditioning (A/C) and heating systems. They work together to keep you feeling just right, whether it's hot or cold outside. 1. A/C System The A/C system's primary responsibility is to keep things cool when the temperature rises. It achieves this by a process of refrigeration - compression and expansion of a refrigerant. As the refrigerant circulates thro ... read more