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Re: Toyota Tercel AC compressor
Posted to HVAC Forum on 9/9/2003

If the other is wired in series with the power supply and clutch then its a thermal switch. Goes open circuit if it senses the compressor is overheating.

The sensor normally sits in a cavity in the compressor body.

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