Starting The Cooldown Test - ATC System
Once all of the prerequisites have been met, the Cooldown Test for the ATC system can be actuated by sending a command with a scan tool. Once started, the ATC A/C-heater control automatically sets the blower speed and positions the air-doors for optimal A/C performance. It also sends a request for A/C operation on the CAN B bus. The Cooldown Test can take up to two minutes to run and, will stop running if any of the following occurs:
- The ignition is turned off.
- The A/C compressor is requested off.
- DTC B1031 or B1032 sets during the Cooldown Test.
While the Cooldown Test is running, the A/C status indicator will flash. During this time the A/C-heater control will ignore most of its inputs. If the ATC system passes the test, the A/C status indicator will stop flashing. However, if the ATC system fails the test, both the A/C and EBL status indicators will flash alternately and an active DTC B10B2 will set. The status indicators will continue to flash until either a successful Cooldown Test is executed or until the vehicle is driven a specified number of miles or after 5 ignition cycles. In addition, DTC B10B2 will remain active until a successful Cooldown Test is executed. Always check for DTCs in the A/C-heater control after running the Cooldown Test.