a/c causing idle?
a/c causing idle?
ok, i recently had my a/c recharged and thought this would have resolved the problem but it hasn't. when i turn the a/c on it works yet i can hear a weird noise and the car appears to jolt. apparently the a/c is adding a load which just makes the problem more apparent. when the a/c is off, the jolts are not as apparent if at all. the car has no problems starting but when i change gears it seems the car's exaust makes a rattle and then sounds smooth. one tech told me he thinks it might be the spark plugs? they were changed last about 3 years ago. i also have an aftermarket cold air intake that hasn't be cleaned out over a year. any ideas?
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Try removing a spark plug and checking the color. This will give you a indication of the condition. But spark plugs are fairly cheap, so I would replace them anyway. Clean your airfilter also as suggested. That should help your car run smoother with some regular care.
The a/c does add a load to the engine when turned on, that would be the surge in power.
The a/c does add a load to the engine when turned on, that would be the surge in power.
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