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The a/c system could be low on refrigerant. Your vehicle may have a low
pressure cut-off switch which prevents the compressor clutch from engaging
and damaging the compressor (with low refrigerant, the oil will not stay in
suspension and lubricate the compressor adequately).
I am not sure if your vehicle has this switch or not (my e28 does not). You
can jump the switch and see if the clutch engages; otherwise, check the
wiring.