A/C System

2011 Jeep Patriot Latitude, 2.0 A, Automatic CVTSECTION A/C System
Item  Description  Notes 
A/C Compressor Denso 10SRE18 fixed displacement - All 2.2L Diesel engine models
Denso 6SEU16 variable displacement - All Gasoline engine models
ND-8 PAG oil
A/C Clutch Air Gap (2.2L Diesel engine models) 0.35 - 0.60 mm (0.014 - 0.024 in.)  
A/C Clutch Coil Draw (2.2L Diesel engine models) 3.2 - 3.3 amps @ 12V ± 0.5V @ 21° C (70° F)
A/C Clutch Coil Resistance (2.2L Diesel engine models) 3.6 ± 0.2 ohms When measured across coil lead connector
Freeze-up Control Evaporator temperature sensor Input to A/C-heater control, HVAC housing mounted - sets compressor to destroke/disengage 2° C (36° F) below evaporator target temperature (minimum 5° C (41° F)) and activates/engages compressor when within 1° C (34° F) of evaporator target temperature
High psi Control A/C pressure transducer Input to PCM/ECM, discharge line mounted - sets compressor to destroke/disengage above 3130 kPa (454 psi) and below 200 kPa (29 psi)
Low psi Control A/C pressure transducer Input to PCM/ECM, discharge line mounted - sets compressor to destroke/disengage below 200 kPa (29 psi), activates/engages compressor above 234 -262 kPa (34 - 38 psi)
R-134a Refrigerant Charge Capacity 595 g (1.31 lbs.) Also see A/C Underhood Specification Label located in the engine compartment
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