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Firebreed · 09-30-2015, 05:53 PM

So, I've been chasing down a charging problem with my camaro for months now. This past weekend I started her up. Turned on the a/c, and l started smelling like i smoked the clutch.... and then the a/c srarted blowing warm. Immediately the car was charging like it did before I was having charging problems.

Only thing I can think off that might draw enough amps to even cause the excessive draw would be the a/c compressor. Since I'm not a expert in a/c systems is there anything else in the a/c circuit that could potentially be the culprit? Also, the hvac fan is still working so I can rule that out.

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hunter1660 · 09-30-2015, 06:34 PM

Compressor is belt driven. Only power it uses is to engage the clutch. Not a big power drain.

Firebreed · 10-01-2015, 02:36 PM

I know the compressor is belt driven, and that the only electrical power it uses is to engage the clutch. My biggest question is, what in the A/c system can cause a large enough drain before it burns out? With my charging system working properly now that the a/c went out my only conclusion is that something in the A/C system was causing my issue.

orbitearl · 10-01-2015, 03:19 PM

My shaft broke on my 2010/RS .clutch still turned but no a/c .does your blower still work ? does your a/c clutch on front of compressor turn?

Firebreed · 10-01-2015, 04:47 PM

I did not verify the clutch operation, my blower still works. I'll verify the clutch on monday since I'm out of town for work for the rest of the week. Any other ideas?

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cajun1le · 10-02-2015, 04:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Firebreed

I know the compressor is belt driven, and that the only electrical power it uses is to engage the clutch. My biggest question is, what in the A/c system can cause a large enough drain before it burns out? With my charging system working properly now that the a/c went out my only conclusion is that something in the A/C system was causing my issue.

What do you mean by burns out? Can you see if the compressor is engaging? Does your windshield have a oily haze on it? Is the odor present before you start the car?

It's hard to tell from the other side of the internets without a little more information.

Firebreed · 10-06-2015, 02:39 PM

Alright so was able to check the clutch today it is not engaging. Anybody have the voltages for the clutch engagement?

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cajun1le · 10-09-2015, 10:28 PM

Should be 12-14V or whatever the voltage regulator is allowing for. What's the resistance from the cluch lead on the compressor to ground?

Firebreed · 02-17-2016, 12:33 PM

Ended up being the shaft freezing up.

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09-30-2015, 05:53 PM	#1
Firebreed Got Boost? Drives: 2011 1SS/RS M6 SLP TVS 2300 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 404	A/c So, I've been chasing down a charging problem with my camaro for months now. This past weekend I started her up. Turned on the a/c, and l started smelling like i smoked the clutch.... and then the a/c srarted blowing warm. Immediately the car was charging like it did before I was having charging problems. Only thing I can think off that might draw enough amps to even cause the excessive draw would be the a/c compressor. Since I'm not a expert in a/c systems is there anything else in the a/c circuit that could potentially be the culprit? Also, the hvac fan is still working so I can rule that out. Sent from my SM-N915V using Tapatalk __________________ 2011 1SS/RS M6 MOD List: SLP 2300 Supercharged, Flowmaster AT Cat back, aux 4 guage cluster, 12" kicker sub and Kicker Zx400.1 amp, PFADT Lowering springs CAI Inc. CAI, Hurst Short throw shifter, JBA 1 7/8 Long tube headers. Future Mods: 416ci stroker.

09-30-2015, 06:34 PM	#2
hunter1660 Drives: 2011ss/rs camaro Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: florida Posts: 1,261	Compressor is belt driven. Only power it uses is to engage the clutch. Not a big power drain. __________________ . OBX LTH,Rotofab,Magnuson Heartbeat.AEM wideband, HP Tuners

10-01-2015, 02:36 PM	#3
Firebreed Got Boost? Drives: 2011 1SS/RS M6 SLP TVS 2300 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 404	I know the compressor is belt driven, and that the only electrical power it uses is to engage the clutch. My biggest question is, what in the A/c system can cause a large enough drain before it burns out? With my charging system working properly now that the a/c went out my only conclusion is that something in the A/C system was causing my issue. __________________ 2011 1SS/RS M6 MOD List: SLP 2300 Supercharged, Flowmaster AT Cat back, aux 4 guage cluster, 12" kicker sub and Kicker Zx400.1 amp, PFADT Lowering springs CAI Inc. CAI, Hurst Short throw shifter, JBA 1 7/8 Long tube headers. Future Mods: 416ci stroker.

10-01-2015, 04:47 PM	#5
Firebreed Got Boost? Drives: 2011 1SS/RS M6 SLP TVS 2300 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 404	I did not verify the clutch operation, my blower still works. I'll verify the clutch on monday since I'm out of town for work for the rest of the week. Any other ideas? Sent from my SM-N915V using Tapatalk __________________ 2011 1SS/RS M6 MOD List: SLP 2300 Supercharged, Flowmaster AT Cat back, aux 4 guage cluster, 12" kicker sub and Kicker Zx400.1 amp, PFADT Lowering springs CAI Inc. CAI, Hurst Short throw shifter, JBA 1 7/8 Long tube headers. Future Mods: 416ci stroker.

10-06-2015, 02:39 PM	#7
Firebreed Got Boost? Drives: 2011 1SS/RS M6 SLP TVS 2300 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 404	Alright so was able to check the clutch today it is not engaging. Anybody have the voltages for the clutch engagement? Sent from my SM-N915V using Tapatalk __________________ 2011 1SS/RS M6 MOD List: SLP 2300 Supercharged, Flowmaster AT Cat back, aux 4 guage cluster, 12" kicker sub and Kicker Zx400.1 amp, PFADT Lowering springs CAI Inc. CAI, Hurst Short throw shifter, JBA 1 7/8 Long tube headers. Future Mods: 416ci stroker.

10-01-2015, 03:19 PM	#4
orbitearl Drives: 2010 r/s switchblade metalic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: United States Posts: 283	My shaft broke on my 2010/RS .clutch still turned but no a/c .does your blower still work ? does your a/c clutch on front of compressor turn?

10-09-2015, 10:28 PM	#8
cajun1le The Mechanic Drives: a sports car Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 316	Should be 12-14V or whatever the voltage regulator is allowing for. What's the resistance from the cluch lead on the compressor to ground?

02-17-2016, 12:33 PM	#9
Firebreed Got Boost? Drives: 2011 1SS/RS M6 SLP TVS 2300 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 404	Ended up being the shaft freezing up. Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk __________________ 2011 1SS/RS M6 MOD List: SLP 2300 Supercharged, Flowmaster AT Cat back, aux 4 guage cluster, 12" kicker sub and Kicker Zx400.1 amp, PFADT Lowering springs CAI Inc. CAI, Hurst Short throw shifter, JBA 1 7/8 Long tube headers. Future Mods: 416ci stroker.