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AC compressor clutch not engaging: How to troubleshoot

Why Your AC Compressor Clutch Won’t Engage (Complete Diagnostic Guide) Quick Summary Here are the most common reasons why your AC compressor clutch won’t engage. 1) The system is very low on refrigerant pressure due to a leak —  When the system is low on charge, the low-pressure switch prevents the clutch from engaging to protect the compressor from self-destructing (more on that in the article below). 2) The clutch coil has an open condition, is shorted to ground, or has very high internal resistance. 3) Electrical issues — A  … Read More