2013 Subaru Forester (SJ) — Repair Solution

2.0L EE20 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · A/C Clutch Not Cutting In · HVAC Control System

Subaru Forester (SJ) A/C Clutch Not Cutting In HVAC Control System Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Subaru
Model: Forester (SJ)
Year: 2013
Engine: 2.0L EE20 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 239,455
Area: HVAC Control System
Category: A/C Clutch Not Cutting In

Customer Complaint

Air con not operating.

Problem Summary

Compressor cuts in for 2 - 3 seconds upon startup. Then cuts out and stays off.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeSUBSJ13612
Vehicle2013 Subaru Forester (SJ)
Engine2.0L EE20 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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