OBD Guide

P2CFE

A/C Clutch Control Circuit High

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Air conditioner won't turn on
  • Periodic operation of the air conditioner
  • Clicking noise when trying to turn on the air conditioner
  • Hot air from ventilation
  • Check Engine light comes on

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Faulty compressor clutch relay
  • Problems with the climate control unit
  • Compressor clutch malfunction
  • Wiring harness damage

How to Fix

  1. Check the air conditioner circuit fuse
  2. Diagnose the compressor clutch relay
  3. Check the integrity of the wiring to the coupling
  4. Test compressor clutch resistance
  5. Check signals from the control unit

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