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The A/C Compressor Clutch Cycles Rapidly On And Off




The A/C compressor clutch cycles rapidly on and off

Probable cause:

A/C system is very low on refrigerant, indicating a possible leak

Do the refrigerant leak check A/C Refrigerant Leak Check, and repair any leaks. Replace the receiver/dryer; 4-door Receiver/Dryer Desiccant Replacement (With A/C, 4-Door), 2-door Receiver/Dryer Desiccant Replacement (With A/C, 2-Door), then recharge the system to specifications A/C System Charging

Low speed idle

Also check for

HVAC DTCs How To Troubleshoot The Heating And A/C Systems

Also check for

If there is no leak and the refrigerant level is normal, do the A/C compressor clutch circuit troubleshooting A/C Compressor Clutch Circuit Troubleshooting, and look for an intermittent problem