air conditioner

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SAMBO77TX
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2001 Dodge Ram 1500 V6 120,000 miles
I'm having a confusing problem with my a/c. When i first turn it on, it will blow very cold for a few minutes (depending on how hot it is outside). After a few minutes the compressor switches off and doesn't want to come back on. If i switch the a/c off for a good while (30 mins or so) then switch it back on, it will blow cold for a few minutes again before the compressor shuts off again. There are no leaks, refrigerant level is good, and i have replaced the clutch cycling switch (as per advice) to no avail. I have been told there could be a problem with spacing in the clutch. Any suggestions on this spacing thing (like how to check/fix it) or other ideas on the problem would be greatly appreciated.
Jul 13, 2006 at 1:47 PM
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VANDRAGON
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you have to replace the clutch assembly.
Jul 15, 2006 at 7:54 AM
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REEGS37
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Sounds like it could be the high pressure switch, which should be located at the bottom left of the radiator but not on the radiator, I had the same problem with my 1996 Intrepid and that was the problem along with my fans constintly running. Good luck.
Jul 17, 2006 at 2:28 AM
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