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A/C Compressor Cut-Out

OPERATION
When starting off at full load below 5 mph (8 km/h), the voltage supply to the magnetic clutch of the A/C compressor is temporarily cut by the A/C compressor cut-out relay. This ensures the full engine output is available for accelerating.
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