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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1990RANGER 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACCOMPRESSOR CLUTCH COILTESTING AND INSPECTION
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHC
Compressor Clutch Coil: Testing and Inspection
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCSECTION Testing and Inspection
1. Disconnect wire connector at clutch.
2. Connect negative terminal of an ammeter to one of the field coil terminals, then connect a jumper wire from a suitable ground to other terminal.
3. Connect a jumper wire to positive terminal of ammeter and connect other end of jumper wire to battery positive terminal.
4. With engine running and at operating temperature, current draw should be approximately 3.44 amperes. An audible click should be heard, indicating clutch engagement. If intermittent coil operation is suspected, maintain current draw test for 5 minutes or longer if necessary.
5. If current draw is not within specifications, replace magnetic clutch field coil.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.