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A/C Cut-Off Control Inspection

SYSTEM OVERVIEW

View: System Relational Diagram:





An A/C cut-off system is used to improve idle smoothness of the engine immediately after starting it and to improve acceleration performance.


A/C Cut-Off Operation:





The A/C magnetic clutch is disengaged under the conditions shown.

SYSTEM INSPECTION
1. Turn the A/C and blower switches ON.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (engine not running).
3. Shift the transmission into L, S, or D range.


View: Magnetic Clutch-A/C Compressor:





4. Open the throttle valve fully and verify that the magnetic clutch disengages (click is heard), then re-engages after approx. 5 sec.