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A/C Pressure Switches

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Two pressure sensors protect the A/C system. If the A/C low pressure falls below 145-172 kPa (21-25 psi), then the A/C low pressure switch will open. This will disable A/C compressor operation. This switch will then close at 262-290 kPa (38-42 psi) to allow A/C operation. If the A/C high pressure exceeds 2826 kPa (410 psi), then the A/C high pressure switch will open and not allow for the PCM interpret an A/C request. This switch will close at 2413 kPa (350 psi).