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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003EUROVAN V6-2.8L (AXK)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGREFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR / SWITCHDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
2003 Volkswagen Eurovan V6-2.8L (AXK)
Refrigerant Pressure Sensor / Switch: Description and Operation
2003 Volkswagen Eurovan V6-2.8L (AXK)SECTION Description and Operation
A/C Refrigerant System Component Functions, Overview
A/C Pressure Switch -F129-
Switch has three functions:
- Switches the A/C clutch -N25- off when excessive refrigerant circuit pressure is present (e.g.: insufficient air flow over condenser or when overcharged).
- Switches the A/C clutch -N25- off when insufficient refrigerant circuit pressure is present (e.g.: when refrigerant has leaked out)
- Switches on the second speed coolant fan -V7- when refrigerant circuit pressure increases.
Function
Pressure switch component between blue wires switches A/C clutch -N25- off when too little or excess refrigerant system pressure is present.
- Switch opens (compressor off) below 2 bar (29.4 psi) and closes (compressor on) above 3 bar (43.5 psi).
- Switch opens (compressor off) above 32 bar (464 psi) and closes (compressor on) below 24 bar (348 psi).
- Switch closes (fan on) above 16 bar (232 psi) and opens again (fan off) below 12.5 bar (181.25 psi).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.