Why is the clutch not working on my Nissan?
1. The pressure in the system is correct, there are no leaks. 2. The pressure sensor has been replaced by a part obtained from the dealer. 3. The IPDM has been upgraded to the new one (apparently the clutch relay is part of the IPDM itself, it doesn’t have a replaceable relay, you have to replace the whole assembly).
What happens if the clutch is not engaged?
If it judges compressor can be turned ON, it sends compressor ON signal to IPDM E/R, via CAN communication line. Upon receipt of compressor ON signal from ECM, IPDM E/R turns air conditioner relay ON to operate compressor. Kind of what I feared, a bunch of sensors that the computer uses to determine if the clutch can be engaged or not…
What to do when your clutch is turning on and off?
With the Engine off, and clutch engauged as described earlier, move wires around and listen for the clutch to turn on and off. If you hear the clutch turning on and off by wire movement, then you have a bad connection some where close by.
How can I find out if my Clutch connection is bad?
One method of finding a bad connections is to “jiggle” the wires. With the Engine off, and clutch engauged as described earlier, move wires around and listen for the clutch to turn on and off. If you hear the clutch turning on and off by wire movement,
1. The pressure in the system is correct, there are no leaks. 2. The pressure sensor has been replaced by a part obtained from the dealer. 3. The IPDM has been upgraded to the new one (apparently the clutch relay is part of the IPDM itself, it doesn’t have a replaceable relay, you have to replace the whole assembly).
If it judges compressor can be turned ON, it sends compressor ON signal to IPDM E/R, via CAN communication line. Upon receipt of compressor ON signal from ECM, IPDM E/R turns air conditioner relay ON to operate compressor. Kind of what I feared, a bunch of sensors that the computer uses to determine if the clutch can be engaged or not…
What’s the problem with the clutch on a compressor?
The problem is with the air gap between the compressor clutch and the pulley. The clutch is worn to the point where the air gap is so great that the electro-magnet can’t overcome the air gap to pull the clutch in to engage it. The clutch can be replaced on the compressor while in the vehicle so no refrigerant is lost.
What should you do if your AC clutch is not engaging?
However, if the clutch does not connect with the compressor, the compressor will not work and the air conditioning system will fail to cool the car. Try checking if the clutch is in good condition by applying these steps: Turn the AC controls to maximum air conditioning.
Why is the a / C not working on my Nissan?
The IPDM has been upgraded to the new one (apparently the clutch relay is part of the IPDM itself, it doesn’t have a replaceable relay, you have to replace the whole assembly). All fuses in the engine compartment and inside the cabin are good. 4. If you run power straight to the clutch the A/C runs cold all day long.
How is the clutch connected to the AC unit?
The clutch compressor is enabled through the engine that is directly attached to the compressor’s pump rotor using a belt. However, most car AC systems now use an electromagnetic clutch piece that engages the compressor to spin the air conditioning unit.
Why is the clutch not engaged on my Nissan Red?
The low pressure side does not get cold and when I hooked up the cheap can of Freon gauge to it, it went to around 85 or 90 psi in the red without the clutch engaged. Today I hooked up my manifold set and confirmed 90 psi on both the high and low side, still no clutch.
Why is the AC compressor clutch not engaging?
I have done some preliminary diagnosis on it and could use some advice. The compressor clutch is not engaging no matter how long I watch it on a 70 degree day with AC set to max. I have verified the controls are moving the actuators on the blend door and the blower is changing speed ect…
Why is the clutch on my Nissan Versa not working?
The clutch failed to activate during the door switch computer test, it did not engage when directly supplied with 12v when jumpered to the battery, and now it measures Infinity measuring across the two pins on the compressor meaning it definitely has a bad coil or something internal. That just sucks.
How often should CVT fluid be checked on a Nissan Rogue?
Nissan recommends that the CVT fluid be checked every 30k miles. The engine is pretty solid, so I can’t recall any major issues that need tending to. Otherwise most everything you’ll need to know can be found under this heading: 08-13 ROGUE DIY REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE, FAQ & INFO, TIPS, etc
I have done some preliminary diagnosis on it and could use some advice. The compressor clutch is not engaging no matter how long I watch it on a 70 degree day with AC set to max. I have verified the controls are moving the actuators on the blend door and the blower is changing speed ect…
What happens if you have a bad air conditioner clutch?
If the compressor clutch gets damaged, it will keep the air conditioning system permanently on or off. A faulty compressor clutch can be replaced but it is generally recommended to replace the whole compressor to save time and additional cost. How to Diagnose if the Car AC Compressor Has Failed?
What to do when Clutch won’t engage?
So you need to use a paper clip to bypass the relay switch and force the clutch to engage. You can then recharge the freon and re install the relay switch and it will sense more pressure and the clutch will engage by itself. Loading…
The IPDM has been upgraded to the new one (apparently the clutch relay is part of the IPDM itself, it doesn’t have a replaceable relay, you have to replace the whole assembly). All fuses in the engine compartment and inside the cabin are good. 4. If you run power straight to the clutch the A/C runs cold all day long.