OBD Guide

C0707

Excessive Compressor Activity

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$167–444 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Poor interior cooling
  • Unusual noises from the compressor
  • Periodic shutdown of the air conditioner
  • Increased fuel consumption

Causes

  • Refrigerant leak
  • Compressor electromagnetic clutch malfunction
  • Refrigerant circuit clogged
  • Malfunction of pressure sensors
  • Problems with the control unit

How to Fix

  1. Check refrigerant level and leaks
  2. Diagnose the operation of the electromagnetic clutch
  3. Check the pressure in the air conditioning system
  4. Test pressure sensors
  5. If necessary, replace the compressor or its components

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