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Thermal Limiter Switch

Critical For Operation

Climate Control

Prevents the A/C system from overheating by cutting off power when temperatures get too high.

The thermal limiter switch protects the air conditioning system from overheating by cutting off the power supply to the compressor or other components when the system reaches excessive temperatures, preventing damage to the A/C.

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Typical part cost
$50–$150🔒
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Typical labor cost
$100–$200🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
4/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Thermal Limiter Switch is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

A/C not working
System shutting off
Warning light on dashboard

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Thermal Limiter Switch

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Inspect Thermal Limiter Switch

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Test Thermal Limiter Switch

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