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The A/C Compressor Clutch Cycles Rapidly on and Off (With A/C)




The A/C compressor clutch cycles rapidly on and off

Diagnostic Procedure:

1. Probable cause: A/C system is very low on refrigerant, indicating a possible leak

2. Do the refrigerant leak check A/C Refrigerant Leak Check and repair any leaks. Replace the receiver/dryer, Service and Repair then recharge the system to specifications A/C System Charging (With A/C)

Also check for:

- If there is no leak and the refrigerant level is normal, do the A/C compressor clutch circuit troubleshooting, A/C Compressor Clutch Circuit Troubleshooting (With A/C) and look for an intermittent problem