On 13 May 2005 22:44:49 GMT, "TeGGeR®" <tegger@tegger.c0m> wrote:

>Vlad <Bla@dot.com> wrote in
>news:isv9811hsiffpqdj6dfehe1gu8da3ulnph@4ax.com :
>
>> Integra GS 1991
>> The A/C has worked well for 14 years but this spring it decided to
>> retire. I don't agree and would like to have it run one more year.
>> Usually when I push the AC ON with the blower running, the r.p.m.
>> goes a bit down, an indication that the clutch as engaged and the
>> compressor is loading the engine.
>> Now there is no change if I press the A/C ( the green light on the AC
>> button comes ON) and the air temperature isn't cold.
>> I have checked the compressor belt and it looks OK and it is running
>> but I can't tell if the compressor is also running.
>> I have 2 questions :
>> 1 Where is the fuse for the compressor's clutch, if there is one ?
>> 2 How can I tell if the compressor is running ?
>>
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>
><x-posted to rec.autos.makers.honda, so the gurus there will see this>
>
>
>1) The A/C fuses are: 12, 17, 20, 21, and 24. All of these are in the fuse
>box under the driver's kick panel.
>2) There IS a clutch relay. If it fails, the clutch will not receive power.
>
>Since most electrical problems in older cars result from bad wiring, bad
>grounds, and bad relays, start here:
>http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/misc/...components.jpg
>http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/misc/...-trouble-1.jpg
>http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/misc/...-trouble-2.jpg
>
>There are grounds all over the place, and they are common to many
>components. If you are not experiencing problems with other electrical
>accessories, your grounds are fine.
>
>Also, have you checked your sight glass to make sure you've got sufficient
>refrigerant? The sight glass is immediately outboard of the compressor.
>
>Good luck.

You are the pillar of this group. So much that I kept my fingers
crossed hopping that you would see my cry for help.
Thank you
Regards
Vlad