I have a 199 Ford Windstar whose computer started acting up a week ago. A bunch of items on the Van stopped working including the AC. The blower still works fine , but the compressor doesn't turn on. Is it possible to directly run a seperate 12v source to the compressor to have it turn on. I simply refuse to get a new computer, since I've only owned this car for 4 months and already spend $3500 on repairs. Will it work if its given power directly from any 12v source.
2006-09-20 03:43:49 · 4 answers · asked by blacktallon2000 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
yep,12v to compressor will work.
2006-09-20 03:49:11 · answer #1 · answered by frank m 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The reason AC is not working is usually because Ford has a "Fail Safe Mode" in the ECM. It shuts AC compressor down and usually
( if V8 ) will cut the engine power in half (runs on 4 cylinders). Get a
OBD II Code Reader to check the status of your vehicles ECM.
I would not recommend Bypassing the Computer.
2006-09-20 11:14:31 · answer #2 · answered by LRS 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. You will be bypassing controls as well. The A/C would run continuously.
2006-09-20 10:54:28 · answer #3 · answered by regerugged 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
same question shame shame
2006-09-20 10:46:19 · answer #4 · answered by capinundees 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋