A/C Question

[1989Buickguy]

I'm trying to give my car a shot of R-12. However, I can't get the compressor to cycle. I tried unplugging the connector on the line by the condensor and jumping the two terminals, however the fan turns on but not the compressor. Is there another connector somewher that I have to jump?

Thanks

[bustedratchet]

Try disconnecting the battery for a minute.

[1989Buickguy]

I don't understand how disconnecting the battery would help. Please explain?

[1989Buickguy]

Can somebody help me out with this please?

[mjgjr72]

use a test light and check the connector on the compressor to see if you are getting power, the compressor clutch may be bad.

[public]

Check the electrical connector on the compressor. This is for the clutch. Also check the fuses for the A/C system. Good luck

[Flatrater]

If you are low on R-12 the computer stores a code. Disconnecting the battery will clear the code long enough for the comp to come on and suck the R-12 out of the can.

Do what bustedratchet suggested.