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Repair Procedures: Inspection

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect the intake actuator connector.
  3. Verify that the intake actuator operates to the fresh air position when connecting 12V to terminal 3 and grounding terminal 7.

    Verify that the intake actuator operates to the recirculated air position when connected in reverse.

    Fig 1: Connecting 12V To Terminal 3 And Grounding Terminal 7
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  4. Connect the intake actuator connector.
  5. Turn the ignition switch ON.
  6. Check the voltage between terminal 5 and 6.

    Specification 

    Door position Voltage (V) Error detecting
    Fresh air 0.3±0.15 Low voltage: 0.1V or less
    High voltage: 4.9V or less
    Recirculated air 4.7±0.15

    It will feedback the current position of the actuator to controls.

  7. If the intake actuator does not operate well, substitute with a known-good intake actuator and check for proper operation.
  8. Replace the intake actuator if it is proved that there is a problem with it.
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