2012 Volvo S40 — Repair Solution

2.5L B5254T7 5cyl 20v DOHC VVT Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto · A/C Clutch Not Cutting In · HVAC Control System

Volvo S40 A/C Clutch Not Cutting In HVAC Control System Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Volvo
Model: S40
Year: 2012
Engine: 2.5L B5254T7 5cyl 20v DOHC VVT Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 89,587
Area: HVAC Control System
Category: A/C Clutch Not Cutting In

Customer Complaint

The air conditioning is not working.

Problem Summary

The AC compressor is not cutting in.

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Quick Facts

CodeVOLS412612
Vehicle2012 Volvo S40
Engine2.5L B5254T7 5cyl 20v DOHC VVT Turbo MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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