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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1998TAURUS V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONDIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DESCRIPTIONSAIR CONDITIONING CLUTCH (A/C CLUTCH)
1998 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN S
Air Conditioning Clutch (A/C Clutch)
1998 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SSECTION Air Conditioning Clutch (A/C Clutch)
DESCRIPTION
The electromagnetic A/C clutch is energized when the A/C cycling switch closes. The switch is located on the suction accumulator/drier. The closing of the switch completes the circuit to the A/C clutch and draws it into engagement with the compressor driveshaft.
When engaged, the A/C clutch is an input to the PCM to adjust EPC pressure for the load on the engine. Also used to adjust Torque Converter Clutch(TCC) modulation when the A/C clutch is engaged.
SYMPTOMS
- Failed ON - EPC pressure slightly low with A/C OFF.
- Failed OFF - EPC pressure slightly high with A/C ON.
- If erratic A/C operation occurs, the customer may feel improper TCC apply and release.
DTCs
P1460
The electromagnetic A/C clutch is energized when the A/C cycling switch closes. The switch is located on the suction accumulator/drier. The closing of the switch completes the circuit to the A/C clutch and draws it into engagement with the compressor driveshaft.
When engaged, the A/C clutch is an input to the PCM to adjust EPC pressure for the load on the engine. Also used to adjust Torque Converter Clutch(TCC) modulation when the A/C clutch is engaged.
SYMPTOMS
- Failed ON - EPC pressure slightly low with A/C OFF.
- Failed OFF - EPC pressure slightly high with A/C ON.
- If erratic A/C operation occurs, the customer may feel improper TCC apply and release.
DTCs
P1460
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.