Air condition compressor is not working

2001 MERCEDES BENZ E320
130,000 MILES • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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RICHARD SLATER
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My compressor does not come on and there is no pressure on the high side.
Jun 9, 2018 at 6:46 AM
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Is the compressor getting power? How can you tell the compressor is not turning on the clutch is internal? You need to check for power so we can see if it is signal related or compressor failure.

Here is a guide to show you how to test for power at the compressor:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers, Ken
Jun 10, 2018 at 11:59 AM
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