Four Seasons 36497 A/C Clutch Cycle Switch

Four Seasons 36497 A/C Clutch Cycle Switch

Four Seasons 36497 is a pressure-based A/C clutch cycle switch for HVAC system control. It uses a 2-terminal, oval connector design with a female M12 x 1.50 fitting and 12-volt operation for direct system-mount service.

Built as a cycling pressure switch, this Four Seasons Pressure Switch line component meets or exceeds OEM requirements and uses a plastic and metal construction with Weather Pack protection. It is a direct-fit option for select Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Dakota, and Ramcharger applications.

Key Features

• Part number 36497 from Four Seasons Pressure Switch
• A/C clutch cycle switch, pressure type, system mount
• Oval connector shape with 2 male pin terminals
• Female fitting with M12 x 1.50 thread size
• 12-volt electrical design
• Open at 0 psi, with low-off at 28 psi and low-on at 45 psi
• Weather Pack connector protection
• Plastic and metal construction
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications

Detailed Description

Four Seasons 36497 is a cycling pressure switch used in automotive air conditioning systems to monitor refrigerant pressure and control compressor clutch cycling. The switch is designed for system-mount installation and features a round-connector application note in the fitment data, along with an oval connector shape, female M12 x 1.50 fitting, and pin-style terminals for electrical connection. This Four Seasons Pressure Switch is a practical replacement for HVAC service on 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 1500, 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 2500, 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 3500, 1994-1996 Dodge Dakota, and 1994-1996 Dodge Ramcharger models. This part cross-references Gates 33949 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• A/C compressor clutch cycling that is too frequent or too infrequent
• Pressure-related compressor cut-in and cut-out concerns
• HVAC system control issues tied to switch failure
• Intermittent A/C operation caused by worn electrical contacts
• Replacement needs on Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Dakota, and Ramcharger platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, thread size, and pressure-switch location before installation. Confirm the vehicle uses the listed system-mount pressure switch application and match the existing electrical connector and refrigerant system configuration. For fitment reference, this part fits 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 1500, 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 2500, 1994-1997 Dodge Ram 3500, 1994-1996 Dodge Dakota, and 1994-1996 Dodge Ramcharger.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons 36497 is listed as meeting or exceeding OEM specifications, with Weather Pack protection and OE-style construction for HVAC service applications.