Is it normal to get this loud when ac is on?

Discussion in 'Prime Main Forum (2017-2022)' started by Tomca, Jan 3, 2026 at 11:04 PM.

  1. Tomca

    Tomca Junior Member

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    I just found my mom's prius prime 2017 really loud when her ac is on. Is this normal? I told her to turn off, then it disappears immediately. Once turned on, the noise start to increase til reach this loudness. Anyone know what's going on? I got no light on at all.

    https://youtube.com/shorts/e4v25U-1NUk?feature=share
    It's !!!LOUD!!!. Turn down your speaker before you click at the link.
    I don't know how to embed this clip. Sorry about that.

    Thanks in advance.
     
  2. bisco

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    unfortunately, it sounds like the compressor is on the way out :(
     
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