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Component Inspection

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Inspection Condition Inspection Procedure Reference
  1. Ignition "ON" and Engine "OFF".
  1. Connect KDS/GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  2. Perform "A/C Compressor Test (ECV Type)" with KDS/GDS
Fig 1 to Fig 5
Fig 1: Screen Display - Perform A/C Compressor Test (ECV Type)
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Fig 2: Screen Display - A/C Compressor Test (ECV Type), Test Preparation
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Fig 3: Screen Display - A/C Compressor Test (ECV Type), Test Condition
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Fig 4: Screen Display - ECV Performance Test
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Fig 5: Screen Display - Information Of Test Status
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Good 
  • Fault might be intermittent and caused either by poor contact in connectors or wiring harness, or it has been repaired and control module memory is not cleared yet. Thoroughly check terminal of battery, all connectors (and connections) for looseness, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, and/or damage.
  • Repair or replace as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF REPAIR " procedure.
No Good 
  • Carefully re-do this troubleshooting guide steps.
  • If no problems were found with the circuits or connectors, replace the blower motor and go to "VERIFICATION OF REPAIR " procedure.