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A/C Compressor Clutch Will Not Engage (CJ2)

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

DEFINITION: A/C compressor clutch will not engage when an A/C request has been made and no Powertrain DTC has been set.

1

Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

2

Are there any DTCs set?

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Go to the applicable DTC table

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch connector.
  2. Connect a test light between terminal A of the A/C compressor clutch connector and a known good ground.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
  4. Press the A/C button on the HVAC programmer module.

Does the test light illuminate?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Locate and repair an open or a high resistance in CKT 59 between the underhood electrical center and the A/C compressor clutch connector.

Is the repair complete?

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Recheck System Operation

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5

Connect the test light between terminal A and terminal B of the A/C compressor clutch connector.

Does the test light illuminate?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 6

6

Locate and repair an open or a high resistance in CKT 150. If the CKT is OK, replace splice pack #100.

Is the repair or replacement complete?

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Recheck System Operation

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7

Replace the A/C compressor clutch. Refer to A/C Compressor Clutch in Automatic Air Conditioning.

Is the repair or replacement complete?

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Recheck System Operation

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