Dual-Function Pressure Switch (Hybrid Only)

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The dual-function pressure switch is located on the receiver/drier and includes 2 separate sets of contacts that are opened at 2 different pressures.

The first set of contacts in the dual-function pressure switch is used to interrupt A/C compressor operation in the event of excessively high discharge pressure in the high-pressure side of the refrigerant system. The PCM monitors the first set of contacts in the dual-function pressure switch in-series with the low-charge protection switch. When the contacts are open, the PCM will disengage the A/C compressor clutch.

The second set of contacts in the dual-function pressure switch is used by the PCM to engage the high-speed cooling fan. When the A/C pressure rises above a preset level, the second set of contacts will close and the high-speed cooling fan will be engaged.

The dual-function pressure switch is installed on a Schrader-type valve core fitting on the receiver/drier. It is not necessary to recover the refrigerant to remove the dual-function pressure switch.