P2D44

A/C Compressor Motor Performance

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Yes, but get it checked soon

Approx. repair cost

$167–556 (est.)

Symptoms

The air conditioner blows warm air
Periodic shutdown of the air conditioner
Unusual noises from the compressor area
Increased load on the engine when the air conditioner is turned on
The air conditioning indicator is flashing

Causes

Compressor motor malfunction
Problems with the compressor control electronics
Open or short circuit in the power supply
Low refrigerant level in the system
Mechanical jamming of the compressor

How to Fix

Check the refrigerant level in the system
Diagnose the compressor power circuit
Check the resistance of the motor windings
Test the compressor control electronics
If necessary, replace the air conditioning compressor

Related codes

P0532 P0533 P0530