When to know if your AC clutch switch is failing?
Lack of cooling If you begin to notice that the AC system is not blowing as cold as it used to, then that may be a sign that the switch has failed, or is beginning to fail. If the switch is not operating correctly, the AC system will not be pressurized correctly and will not work as efficiently in cooling the air.
Where is the AC clutch cycling switch located?
Average rating from 53 customers who received a Heating AC Inspection. The AC clutch cycling switch is a very important component to a modern vehicle’s AC system. It is mounted in the low pressure side of the AC system and its purpose is to detect the flow of refrigerant in the system by measuring the pressure.
What happens when the clutch cycling switch is wrong?
Incorrect pressure can damage the compressor, hoses, and other A/C system components. The A/C pressure switch is a type of device called a transducer, which changes internal resistance in response to changes in pressure. The clutch cycling switch measures A/C pressure near the evaporator outlet, and is often mounted on the accumulator.
When to move on to the clutch relay?
Move on to the clutch relay if the fuse turns out fine. In a few car models, the power of the air conditioning system flows from the AC switch to the fuse before being transmitted to the clutch oil through the low-pressure evaporator temperature. You have to make sure that the compressor has enough oil to function properly.
Lack of cooling If you begin to notice that the AC system is not blowing as cold as it used to, then that may be a sign that the switch has failed, or is beginning to fail. If the switch is not operating correctly, the AC system will not be pressurized correctly and will not work as efficiently in cooling the air.
Average rating from 53 customers who received a Heating AC Inspection. The AC clutch cycling switch is a very important component to a modern vehicle’s AC system. It is mounted in the low pressure side of the AC system and its purpose is to detect the flow of refrigerant in the system by measuring the pressure.
What should I do if my Clutch cycling switch is bad?
It is also important to be aware that when replacing the clutch cycling switch, the AC system will need to be refilled with the proper amount of oil and refrigerant for the AC system. However, this is something that any professional technician, such as one from YourMechanic, should be able to take care of for you both quickly and precisely.
Move on to the clutch relay if the fuse turns out fine. In a few car models, the power of the air conditioning system flows from the AC switch to the fuse before being transmitted to the clutch oil through the low-pressure evaporator temperature. You have to make sure that the compressor has enough oil to function properly.