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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 10:12 PM
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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.
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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 10:33 PM
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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.
 
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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 11:17 PM
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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.

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The low pressure/clutch cycling switch is not immune to failure.
 
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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.
 
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Old Nov 10, 2011 | 08:58 PM
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Good deal,, glad it worked out for you!!!
 
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Old Nov 10, 2011 | 10:08 PM
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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!
 
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