Circuit System Description
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Ignition voltage is supplied directly to the A/C compressor clutch relay. The engine control module (ECM) controls the relay by grounding the A/C clutch relay control circuit. When the ECM is commanding a component ON, the voltage of the control circuit should be near 0 volt. When the ECM is commanding the control circuit to a component OFF, the voltage potential of the circuit should be near battery voltage.