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A/C only works while car is in reverse


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ddromero72
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Aug 14, 2016, 11:00 AM

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just purchased a 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and trying to troubleshoot an a/c problem. it seems like the compressor only engages when the car is in reverse? anyone have an clue why this is? i would hate to drive in reverse all the time...lol

thanks in advance


Discretesignals
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Aug 14, 2016, 11:49 AM

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Re: A/C only works while car is in reverse Sign In

Do a really good visual inspection of the electrical harnesses under the hood. Make sure they are not damaged or rubbing against sharp metal. With the ac turned on and vehicle running in park, move and manipulate the harnesses to see if it causes the compressor to engage. The movement of the engine with the transmission in reverse could be moving a harness and causing a compressor circuit to complete.





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(This post was edited by Discretesignals on Aug 14, 2016, 11:50 AM)






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