84 capri air is a no show

[buckshot11]

1984 capri rs air does not work, when turned on I do not hear the clutch engage. Where should I start

[83gtstang]

Check your fuses.

[84StangSVT]

+1 ^^^^ After checking the fuses, assuming they are still good, the next thing I would do is jump the pressure switch and see if that engages the compressor. If the compressor engages after jumping the switch then I would put a set of gauges on it as that typically signals that you are low or out of freon.

[vintageracer]

Once you determine you have no freon in your A/C system by jumping the compressor switch as suggested above it's time for A/C service/conversion.

Replace the accumulator, orifice tube and ALL 9 O rings in the A/C system. EASY DIY job.

Evacuate and recharge yourself OR have a pro do it if you do not have the equipment.

I have NEVER had a Capri/Mustang where I needed to do any more than that to get the A/C working properly and that includes never having to replace a compressor!