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Old Jun 21, 2024 | 08:39 AM
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A/C Clutch Not Engaging
Hello all. My air conditioner suddenly stopped working. I ran the diagnostic and cleared all codes. I have checked all related fuses and they are ok. What could prevent the clutch from engaging other than a fuse?
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Is there a power wire going to the clutch where I would check for voltage? I do not see anything obvious. I probably need to remove the bottom shroud. Where would the control module be if this was the case?

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when you turn the system on you should see 12 volts at the clutch, if not then you have a faulty control module, if you do and no cool air then you have a faulty clutch which means you change the compressor
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Low of refrigerant. Clutch works fine. Thanks
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I was under the car because that was the only way I could see the wire and where it attaches. I was verifying that the wire was in good condition.
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Could be as simple as low gas. Check that next.
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