Thread: AC Noise
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Old 05-15-2008, 04:54 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Yes, the AC is essentially a compressor driven by a belt connected to your crankshaft. When you turn on the AC the clutch engages and the engine is powering the AC. This is why if you press the AC button while your car is off but in the "ON" position, you get no AC.
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