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The A/C Clutch Does Not Engage, But the Fans Operate, and the Blower and Heater Controls Work (With Climate Control)




The A/C compressor clutch does not engage, but the A/C condenser/radiator fans operate, and the blower and heater controls work

Probable cause:

No power to the A/C compressor clutch

Do the A/C compressor clutch circuit troubleshooting A/C Compressor Clutch Circuit Troubleshooting

Low speed idle

High engine coolant temperature (ECT)

Do the evaporator temperature sensor test Evaporator Temperature Sensor Test

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Climate control DTCs How to Troubleshoot the Climate Control System (With Climate Control)

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Powertrain DTCs

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Blown fuse No. B17 (7.5 A) in the under-hood fuse/relay box

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A/C system pressure is normal

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Poor or loose connections at the terminals