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ac compressor wont run

Old Jul 16, 2012 | 06:28 PM
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hi guys i have a 98 dodge and the ac compressor wont run when ac is switched on any help would be great
 
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Old Jul 16, 2012 | 07:09 PM
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Jump the low pressure switch, should be on the accumulator (black cylinder at firewall) see if the compressor runs.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2012 | 09:30 PM
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Check all fuses involved..is a/c relay clicking when switching to ac. can swap horn relay. Can you turn center part of clutch easily by hand? With engine off of course.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2012 | 09:58 PM
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Check the horn fuse too......
 
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