While cruising, is feeling the AC clutch engage while using defrost normal?

[RobWigglezz]

'00 3.0L 5spd. While at a constant 65mph, should I be able to feel the AC clutch kick on and off with defrost? I know defrost uses the compressor. I've had 2 other 5spd rangers and can't remember if defrost was ever this noticable.

 

[BobSacamano]

As you can see on the diagram, the compressor is engaged in all of the settings except in Panel, Off, and Floor.

 

[Uncle Gump]

Not sure I've ever felt the A/C engaging at cruise speeds. At a traffic light or at slow speeds... sure.

Is this a new to you truck and maybe you're hyper focused trying to feel it out?

 

[Curious Hound]

I've never felt the Air Conditiining clutch kick on in any of my vehicles, even a Fiesta that seemed to be powered by a weedeater engine.