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AC compressor clutch not engaging

Diagnose AC compressor clutch not engaging There could be several reasons why the AC compressor clutch is not engaging in your vehicle. Here are some common causes: 1) low refrigerant charge, 2) a blown fuse to the clutch coil, 3) bad low-pressure switch, or a bad clutch coil. I’ve compiled a step-by-step guide to help you diagnose the problem Step 1) Are you sure you have a clutch-type compressor? Late-model vehicles often use a clutch-less variable displacement AC compressor. Instead of using a clutch, the belt-driven pulley runs the compressor … Read More