the ac compressor is not turning when the ac is turned on

1999 DODGE RAM
79,500 MILES
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FABIAN83
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i have a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport and the AC is not working and I was doing some research and I noticed the center of the ac compressor is not turning when the ac is turned on. Is there any fuses or relays I can check before I go any further trying to figure out this problem.
Aug 10, 2012 at 9:04 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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You can check the fuses but if the system pressure isnt high enough the compressor wont turn on.You need to check the actual system pressure.

This video will help

https://youtu.be/ON2dYcmXIAw

Please run down this guide and report back.
Apr 23, 2021 at 9:45 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Check fuse # 5, underhood power distribution center and the compressor clutch relay.

Apply battery voltage to the compressor clutch terminal to see if the compressor clicks.
Apr 23, 2021 at 9:45 AM
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