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Diagnostic procedure

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

STEP INSPECTION ACTION
1
  • Connect M-MDS to DLC-2.
  • Turn ignition switch to ON position (Engine OFF).
  • Retrieve any DTCs.
  • Are there any DTCs displayed?
Yes DTC is displayed: 
  • Go to appropriate DTC test.
No No DTC is displayed: 
  • Go to the next step.
2
  • Disconnect A/C compressor connector.
  • Start engine and turn A/C switch on.
  • Is there correct voltage at terminal of A/C magnetic clutch connector?

Specification More than 10.5 V 
Yes Inspect for GND condition of magnetic clutch on A/C compressor.
  • If GND condition is normal, inspect for open circuit of magnetic clutch coil.
No Go to the next step.
3
  • Disconnect refrigerant pressure switch connector.
  • Connect jumper wire between terminals B and C (high and low pressure side) of refrigerant pressure switch connector.
  • Start engine and run it at idle.
  • Turn A/C switch on and set blower fan at any speed.
  • Does A/C work?
Yes Inspect refrigerant pressure switch operation.
  • If switch is normal, go to the next step.
No Inspect for the following:
  • A/C switch is stuck open
  • Open circuit between refrigerant pressure switch and PCM terminal 1AN
  • Open circuit of blower motor fan switch and resistor (if blower motor does not operate)
  • Inspect evaporator temperature sensor and A/C amplifier
4
  • Remove jumper wire from switch connector.
  • Reconnect connector to refrigerant pressure switch.
  • Start engine and turn A/C switch on.
  • Does fan operate?
Yes Inspect for the following:
  • A/C relay is stuck open.
  • Open circuit between A/C relay and PCM terminal 1AW
No Inspect for the following and repair or replace if necessary:
  • Refrigerant charging amount
  • A/C compressor for being seized
5
  • Verify test results.
    • If normal, return to diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
    • If malfunction remains, inspect related Service Bulletins and/or On-line Repair Information and perform repair or diagnosis.
      • If vehicle is repaired, troubleshooting completed.
      • If vehicle is not repaired or additional diagnostic information is not available, reprogram PCM if later calibration is available. Retest.