Four Seasons 36181 A/C Compressor Control Relay

Four Seasons 36181 A/C Compressor Control Relay

The Four Seasons Relay line delivers standard electrical relay replacement for HVAC control circuits. This Four Seasons 36181 A/C compressor control relay uses a 12-volt, 20-amp standard relay design with a rectangular female connector and four male blade terminals for direct-fit service in supported applications.

Key Features

• Part number 36181 from Four Seasons Relay
• 12-volt standard relay for A/C compressor control circuits
• 20-amp amperage rating for HVAC relay service
• 4-terminal blade design with rectangular connector shape
• Female connector gender and male terminal gender
• Black housing, no bracket
• Meets or exceeds OEM requirements

Product Details

This A/C compressor control relay is built as a standard type relay for HVAC relay replacement where the original unit uses a 12V, 4-terminal blade configuration. It is listed for Mitsubishi Mirage 1996-2000, Hyundai Accent 1995-1999, and Subaru Legacy 1995-1999. In Hyundai Accent applications, it is also identified as an A/C compressor cut-out relay and engine cooling fan motor relay. The Four Seasons 36181 is a practical OE-style electrical replacement for restoring compressor control in supported Mitsubishi Mirage, Hyundai Accent, and Subaru Legacy vehicles.

This part cross-references Gates 19284 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Restoring A/C compressor relay function when the original relay fails
• Addressing intermittent compressor engagement in supported vehicles
• Replacing a relay with burned, pitted, or stuck contacts
• Correcting HVAC control issues tied to the compressor cut-out circuit
• Replacing a standard 12V relay in Mitsubishi Mirage, Hyundai Accent, or Subaru Legacy applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the relay connector style, terminal count, and amperage rating before installation. Match the original relay layout to the rectangular 4-blade design and confirm the vehicle uses a 12-volt standard relay in the HVAC circuit. For Hyundai Accent applications, confirm whether the original service need is listed as an A/C compressor cut-out relay or engine cooling fan motor relay. Always inspect the relay socket for heat damage, corrosion, or loose terminals before installing the replacement.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons lists this relay as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements for the specified applications. The Relay product line is built for standard automotive electrical service in HVAC control systems.