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Camry, Camry Solara With Manual A/C, Celica, Highlander, MR2 & RAV4

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  1. Disconnect electrical connector for A/C compressor lock sensor and magnetic clutch on front of A/C compressor. This is the electrical located near front of A/C compressor.
  2. Using ohmmeter, check resistance between terminals No. 1 and 2 on electrical connector for A/C compressor lock sensor and magnetic clutch. See Fig 1-Fig 5 . Ensure resistance is within specification. See A/C COMPRESSOR LOCK SENSOR RESISTANCE  table. Replace A/C compressor lock sensor if resistance is not within specification. It may be necessary to replace A/C compressor along with A/C compressor lock sensor as an assembly. Consult parts department for parts availability.
    A/C COMPRESSOR LOCK SENSOR RESISTANCE

    Application Ohms @ 68°F (20°C)
    Camry 165-205
    Camry Solara 65-125
    Celica, Highlander, MR2 & RAV4 165-205
    Fig 1: Identifying Terminals On A/C Compressor Lock Sensor & Magnetic Clutch Electrical Connector (Camry & Highlander)
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    Fig 2: Testing A/C Compressor Lock Sensor (Camry Solara)
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    Fig 3: Testing A/C Compressor Lock Sensor (Celica)
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    Fig 4: Testing A/C Compressor Lock Sensor (MR2)
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    Fig 5: Testing A/C Compressor Lock Sensor (RAV4)
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