Compressor Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Aerio. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check magnet clutch operation and specified current as follows:

Connect battery and ammeter (1) to magnet clutch, and check that magnet clutch operation with "click" sound.
Check that ammeter (1) indicates specified current.
If indicated current is without current, replace magnet clutch assembly referring to Magnet Clutch Removal and Installation .

Reference

Magnet clutch specified current at 12 V: 3 A Max.

Fig 1: Checking Magnet Clutch

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