A/C does not blow cold air, how do get the compressor to turn/run so it will take refringent?

2009 MAZDA 3
130,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DOM
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Hello, when I turn on the A/C button and the fan motor is set too high, the A/C light glows steadily, as before when the A/C worked. I am 100% sure the compressor is not turning. Clutch is not engaging or cycling. I believe the condenser far, electric, is turning. Is there some way I can get the compressor to turn/run so it will take refringent? I have not done any electrical testing yet. The heater works fine and vents all work as it should.

Jul 31, 2022 at 7:56 AM
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So, the only reason the compressor will not turn on is the refrigerant is low, so if you connect a recharge kit or gauge set and open the low side valve or just add refrigerant the compressor will turn on so you can continue to fill the system. These videos will help you see what's going on and I have included a guide to go over as well:

https://youtu.be/4EqdrBVb0sY

and

https://youtu.be/uZrQCGwXfek

This guide can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-air-conditioner-not-working-or-is-weak

Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.



Aug 1, 2022 at 9:05 AM
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