AC compressor not receiving power

2008 DODGE AVENGER
137,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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HAMMER-75
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Last summer I completely refurbished the AC system (new lines, evaporator, condenser, compressor) and it worked great. then it just stopped. I am not getting any juice to the compressor and I just replaced the TIPM with a Dorman TIPM from RockAuto. I still do not have any power to the compressor. Where can I check on the TIPM to see if I have continuity in the wire from the compressor to determine If I received a faulty TIPM? Anything else I should check?
Jun 12, 2017 at 10:05 AM
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was the TPIM programmed to your car after install by a mechanic? that may be the problem. you can check the light blue/white wire at C27 from the PCM that is what turns compressor on. the power does not come from TPIM, but that controls sensors in and out. you really should have a mechanic scan for codes as this may be a CAN/BUS problem.
Jun 12, 2017 at 12:23 PM
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I scanned for codes prior to installation and none showed up on my Innova scanner. I installed the TIPM. The instructions for the TIPM from Dorman said to turn the key to run for twelve seconds, turn the key off for twelve seconds and then start. I checked for codes again and none showed up. The care starts, runs and drives fine.
Jun 12, 2017 at 3:14 PM
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I must add that I did not have any power to the A/C compressor with the old TIPM either.
Jun 12, 2017 at 3:20 PM
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I am not familiar with Innova scanners but if they are cheap like at auto parts they will not read other modules other than engine/transmission. also they will not pick up CAN/BUS problems normally only the pro scanners will .
Jun 12, 2017 at 3:21 PM
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I would say you are correct. It was not a cheap scanner and it was not expensive, about $450.00. If I do not have any voltage from the PCM then it will be time for the local Dodge shop to take a look. thank you for your help. i know where to check now before i take it into the shop. just did not want to spend a $100.00 for them to tell me I have a bad wire. One thing I did notice is that the cooling fan is not kicking on when the compressor is supposed to after i have selected AC from the dash controls. Maybe the PCM is going south.
Jun 12, 2017 at 3:33 PM
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the pro scanners are around $4,000.00 to $5,000.00 so yes the Innova may be better than auto parts but will not read a lot of stuff. the cooling fan has relays in relay block but is turned on by TPIM module then after relays goes to the fan module. It is at rear of radiator, it goes to two of the relays as well. the can bus problem may be the PCM not talking to TPIM to make some of this stuff work. as they have to talk with each other to work correctly.
Jun 12, 2017 at 5:51 PM
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I have continuity from C27 at the PCM down to the compressor. So it is not a wire issue. There is one more thing I am going to try before I take it in. After scrolling thru my scanner I did find an HVAC controller fault. Would that possibly be the heat and air controls on the dash, where you adjust the temperature?
Jun 14, 2017 at 9:43 AM
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yes It is if there is a code there send it to me and I can send it back to tell you what to check. Designate whether this is auto temp control where you set the temperature as it is different from manual
Jun 14, 2017 at 9:55 AM
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My Avenger did the same thing.. new controller in the dash and it works good as new.. this site is full of good info
May 20, 2019 at 6:07 PM