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Old 07-20-2015, 10:54 PM
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So I just bought my 2000 cherokee and the ac didnt work so I figured it just needed a refill. I filled it up to the right pressure but did not blow cold. Eventually I hotwired the switch to force the compressor clutch to engage and the air blew cold. After I added enough refrigerant I plugged the switch back in and I saw the clutch engage and disengage in my driveway but quickly after I left the air was warm and I tried to hotwire the switch but the clutch won't engage. Any ideas?
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this fixed mine 2yrs ago, still working
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It's still low on coolant you need to fill it while the compressor is on and running.
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Ok thanks for the replies. I will try the shims and adding refrigerant tomorrow and see how it goes
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do you have ac manifold gauges?

too much refrigerant isnt good either
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Verify the pressure with it running before adding.
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Originally Posted by rzldzl
2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ A/C Clutch and Shim Removal - YouTube

this fixed mine 2yrs ago, still working
Fixed mine the same way over a year ago... still working...
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relay under hood going bad? There should be one marked a/c clutch
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