Notices
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks 1987 - 1996 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350 and larger pickups - including the 1997 heavy-duty F250/F350+ trucks

AC just quit

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 8, 2011 | 10:12 PM
  #1  
f1504x4driver's Avatar
f1504x4driver
Thread Starter
|
Proud Pirate
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Liked
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 1,183
Likes: 105
From: Clinton, MS
Club FTE Gold Member
AC just quit

my AC just stopped working, no warning, no leaks. The Clutch will not engage. I have checked the fuses, and the switch and all seems to be normal. The clutch is not locked up either. I am at a loss. Any Ideas, I am thankful for any help.
thanks
 
Reply
Old Nov 8, 2011 | 10:33 PM
  #2  
White 97 xlt's Avatar
White 97 xlt
Postmaster
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 4,728
Likes: 8
From: Cleveland, TN
Try bypassing the low pressure switch (jumper the plug) on the accumulator, if it runs then it is either a bad switch or it's low on refrigerant. If it runs don't keep running it, if it is low on refrigerant you can do damage to the system.
 
Reply
Old Nov 8, 2011 | 11:17 PM
  #3  
rla2005's Avatar
rla2005
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Community Builder
Liked
Community Favorite
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 20,785
Likes: 1,751
From: Kentucky
Originally Posted by White 97 xlt
Try bypassing the low pressure switch (jumper the plug) on the accumulator, if it runs then it is either a bad switch or it's low on refrigerant. If it runs don't keep running it, if it is low on refrigerant you can do damage to the system.

X2

The low pressure/clutch cycling switch is not immune to failure.
 
Reply
Old Nov 10, 2011 | 07:42 PM
  #4  
f1504x4driver's Avatar
f1504x4driver
Thread Starter
|
Proud Pirate
15 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Liked
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 1,183
Likes: 105
From: Clinton, MS
Club FTE Gold Member
Thanks guys, it was the switch. I replaced it when the clutch stopped but it still did not work. Turns out the new switch was bad as well. Runs like a top again and will freeze you out.
 
Reply
Old Nov 10, 2011 | 08:58 PM
  #5  
White 97 xlt's Avatar
White 97 xlt
Postmaster
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 4,728
Likes: 8
From: Cleveland, TN
Good deal,, glad it worked out for you!!!
 
Reply
Old Nov 10, 2011 | 10:08 PM
  #6  
rla2005's Avatar
rla2005
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Community Builder
Liked
Community Favorite
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 20,785
Likes: 1,751
From: Kentucky
Originally Posted by f1504x4driver
Thanks guys, it was the switch. I replaced it when the clutch stopped but it still did not work. Turns out the new switch was bad as well. Runs like a top again and will freeze you out.
Thanks for the feedback!
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
NetDoc2k
Electrical Systems/Wiring
8
Jun 15, 2012 09:23 AM
tshrager
1994.5 - 1997 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
11
Apr 9, 2012 08:13 PM
terrier
1997 - 2003 F150
5
Aug 29, 2009 07:43 PM
MikeD1980
1997 - 2003 F150
2
May 13, 2009 06:09 AM
jaja
1978 - 1996 Big Bronco
8
Jul 19, 2002 04:35 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:31 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-1
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-2
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-3
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-5
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-6
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

Slideshow: 10 most surprising Ford truck options/features in 2026.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:17:22


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026

Slideshow: Here are the top 10 Fords coming to Mecum Indy 2026.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-04 13:49:49


VIEW MORE
story-9
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time

Slideshow: The 5 best and 5 worst Ford truck wheels of all time

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-04-29 16:49:01


VIEW MORE