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Air conditioning stopped cooling / no response to AC button

Q: How to fix Air conditioning stopped cooling / no response to AC button in Ford RANGER?

Even though current reaches the electromagnetic clutch coil, the air conditioning compressor does not turn on. The diagnosis indicates excessive natural friction wear of the surface of the clutch disc and pulley, which results in the formation of too large an air gap. The magnetic field has no force to attract the target. Solution (cheap repair method used by mechanics): Dismantling the clutch disc from the compressor axis and removing one thin spacer (shim) from the shaft, which reduces the gap to the desired size and permanently eliminates the problem.

in Ford RANGER (1997-1997)

Symptoms

Air conditioning does not turn on

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Technical diagnosis (Premium)

Recognized technical fault:

Auxiliary controller voltage instability detected

Technical analysis

Detailed analysis of HVAC controller operation parameters, CAN bus data readings, and diagnostic signal waveforms. Purchase PRO access or log in to read the full fault analysis.

Confirmed solution

Complete step-by-step repair procedure including module non-volatile memory reset, sensor calibration, and correct wiring routing. Unlock the full report to see the instruction.

Parts needed

Filters ferrite anti-interference / noise suppressor
Auxiliary starting battery (depending on cell status)

Workshop hacks

Important workshop tips for mechanics regarding bypasses without expensive control module replacement and manufacturer software service bulletins.

TSB / TPI service bulletins

TSB-24-HVAC-01TPI-2068943/2

A/C Technical Specifications

III

Refrigerant: R134a Amount (g): 650g Oil: WSH-M1C231-B PAO 68 lub PAG ISO 46 Oil (ml): 150ml

2,5 TDCi/3,0 TDCi

Refrigerant: R134a Amount (g): 475g Oil: FD46XG PAO 68 lub PAG ISO 46 Oil (ml): 180ml

Standard

Refrigerant: R134a Amount (g): 550g Oil: PAG FD46XG PAO 68 lub PAG ISO 46 Oil (ml): 180ml

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Air conditioning stopped cooling / no response to AC button

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