A/C not working

2005 KIA SPECTRA
78,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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BRANDON24
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I have a problem with my A/C, The A/C compressor is not getting voltage.When I select the switch for A/C the compressor will not turn on. I know the air duct door is working correctly to choose heat or cold.I have checked with a multimeter for power at the compresser, one lead on ground and the other on the plug, I have checked the triple pressure switch and am not getting power to either of them with A/C selected. I know I have freon in the system. The A/C belt is tight and in good condition. I have checked all the a/c fuses. I have checked the A/C relays and swapped them with same relays. When I jump the A/C control relay with a jumper wire the compressor turns on and the a/c blows cold.I checked for voltage at the A/C control relay and at 85 and 30 terminals there is voltage. Terminal 86 and 87 does not have voltage. It seems like the relay is not getting a power signal when the A/C button is pressed/turned on. Do you think the A/C control switch assembly is bad? On the control switch when you select A/C the button still lights up as if it were working.What are other possible causes of the A/C not working.
Jan 18, 2010 at 7:35 PM
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RASMATAZ
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It sounds like you may not have enough freon in the system I would go over this guide first.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/air-conditioner-how-to-add-freon

This guide can help as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-air-conditioner-not-working-or-is-weak


Jan 18, 2010 at 7:43 PM
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STRAILER
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The compressor relay is controlled by the ECM and there are a few components in between,, here is a wiring diagram to get you started. The controller do go out on these cars though. There is a guide to help you test.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.
Aug 11, 2016 at 12:09 PM
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BROBENAVIDEZ
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Hey, i was wondering where you got that diagram from? i cant see it, it is super blurry.
Oct 24, 2019 at 2:44 AM
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STRAILER
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Yes, I updated the post check the diagrams again please. Let me know if you need anything else to fix the problem. We are happy to help.
Oct 26, 2019 at 1:38 PM