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Old 12-16-2009, 10:49 PM   #11
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Re: AC compressor cuts on and off

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Originally Posted by hrdbdy38 View Post
FORDTRUCKSONLY-- couple questions for you:


1- is it going to hurt my AC components with my switch unplugged all winter?

2- does the on/off cycling I have with my AC unit (when not being used) mean I need a new switch or is this cycling normal?

3- If I do need a switch, is this something that's easy to change, or is it easier just to change the whole compressor?

thanks for the help
Hey buddy,

I hope i can help,
1- No, it won't hurt anything to leave it unplugged, your defrost wont function properly because it uses the compressor. (IE: The compressor wont function if the switch is unplugged.)
2- The compressor will cut on/off constantly due to to much or not enough refrigerant, or a bad clutch on the compressor. (Is the clutch engaging and disengaging frequently?)
3- The switch is easy to change as long as you have pretty good mechanical know-how. You shouldn't have any problems... If you have any questions you can contact me.

Good luck, let me know.
Chris
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