AC Compressor clutch issues.

[MattX014]

My AC compressor belt spinning the compressor seems to engage and disengage every 10 or 15 seconds whether is is on or of..

So I am assuming that it is a problem with the clutch. I know that this is probably not be a sport trac specific issue and I will go elsewhere to find the answer but this was my first stop. I'm sure it's a generic problem with AC compressors but any help would be great. I attached this video of the issue.




Thanks alot.
-Matt

 

[koda2000]

The compressor is supposed to click on and off at regular intervals. As far as "the A/C being off" the A/C compressor will kick in in ALL settings except VENT and FLOOR. Read your owner's manual.

 

[MattX014]

It is just on VENT and the air compressor. Same with FLOOR. First 15 seconds of video. Thanks so much, super helpful.

 

[swshawaii]

Low refrigerant? Pressure checked?

compressor turns on and off | Ford Explorer and Ford Ranger Forums - Serious Explorations

 

[MattX014]

Thanks alot! couldnt come up with that post for whatever reason.... I'll do my best to figure it out. I'll be back if i dont figure it out!

 

[koda2000]

If your compressor is running when it should be off, my first thought is that maybe the A/C relay is stuck ON. Try swapping it with another relay in the power distribution box. The HI/LO pressure switches shouldn't have anything to do with it. My second thought is that it might be a problem with the selection switch.

 

[ExplorerSport 4L]

I'm not an A/C expert, but my guess is low pressure in the system...