Compressor With A/C Clutch

A/C Refrigerant System Component Description

Compressor with A/C Clutch





The compressor is driven via a belt on the engine when the A/C Clutch engages (A/C "ON").

Low-pressure refrigerant gas from the evaporator is compressed by the compressor. After compression, the refrigerant gas (now high-pressure) flows to the condenser.

Refrigerant system pressures and A/C outlet temperatures are regulated by cycling the A/C clutch on and off according to the selected temperature.

• The compressor contains refrigerant oil that is mixable under all temperatures with the refrigerant.

• A label on the compressor indicates that compressor is for R-134a systems only.