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Compressor Clutch Controls (FWD)

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To provide improved idle quality, maintain Wide Open Throttle (WOT) performance and provide A/C system protection, compressor clutch is controlled by PCM.

The A/C clutch relay is controlled by PCM according to information received from A/C pressure sensor and various other sensors. This allows the PCM to increase idle speed before engaging compressor clutch. PCM will disable compressor clutch during WOT, when refrigerant pressure is incorrect or if coolant temperature exceeds a predetermined value. PCM inhibits compressor clutch operation when engine speed is greater than 4500 RPM for 5 seconds, or when throttle angle exceeds 90 percent.

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