Help protect your A/C compressor at start-up with the Four Seasons A/C Compressor Clutch Relay / Deslugger Compressor Clutch Timer, part number 36141, a patented Four Seasons relay designed to address compressor slugging. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2000-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2000-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 2000-2013 GMC Sierra 1500. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine details.
This part is listed under both names and works as a compressor clutch timer. Before normal operation begins, it cycles the compressor several times so that oil and refrigerant pooled in the compressor are pushed out gradually rather than all at once.
- Deslugging cycle: Designed to address the common OE issue of compressor slugging. Slugging can cause a noisy, shaky compressor at start-up, which can damage the A/C system.
- Less start-up stress: Without the timer, the compressor has to work much harder to force all of the pooled oil out at one time, which stresses the system. Clearing it gradually is intended to help protect the compressor and extend its life.
- Easy installation: Connectors are included.
Four Seasons engineers and tests its products and draws on more than 50 years of mobile A/C experience. If slugging turns out to be the cause of a noisy or shaky compressor at start-up, this timer is designed to address it. Diagnose the A/C system to confirm the cause before replacing parts.
Interchange: 208792 · 760141 · A08792
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
208792, 36141, 760141, A08792
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Four Seasons 36141 deslugger timer do?
Before normal A/C operation starts, it cycles the compressor several times. This pushes pooled oil and refrigerant out gradually instead of all at once, to help protect the compressor.
Why is it called both a relay and a compressor clutch timer?
It is cataloged as an A/C compressor clutch relay, and Four Seasons describes it as a deslugger compressor clutch timer. Both names refer to this same part, 36141.
What comes with this part?
Connectors are included for easier installation.
What signs may point to compressor slugging?
A noisy, shaky compressor at start-up can be a sign of slugging, which can damage the A/C system. Diagnose the system to confirm the cause before installing this timer.
Does part 36141 fit the 2000-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Yes, it is a listed application. It also fits the 2000-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 2000-2013 GMC Sierra 1500. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
