Tech Tips
Use these procedures to troubleshoot the air conditioning system.
*: Use the intelligent tester.
VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
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INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE
| Standard voltage |
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| 11 to 14 V |
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding.
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INSPECT ELECTRIC POWER CONTROL SYSTEM*
Using the intelligent tester, check the electric power control system's load control history Click here.
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CHECK COMMUNICATION FUNCTION OF LIN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM*
Use the intelligent tester to check if the LIN communication system is functioning normally.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| LIN DTC is not output | A |
| LIN DTC is output | B |
| B |
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GO TO LIN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM Click here |
| A |
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CHECK COMMUNICATION FUNCTION OF CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM*
Use the intelligent tester to check if the CAN communication system is functioning normally.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| CAN DTC is not output | A |
| CAN DTC is output (for LHD) |
B |
| CAN DTC is output (for RHD) |
C |
| B |
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GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (for LHD Click here) |
| C |
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GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (for RHD Click here) |
| A |
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CHECK FOR DTC*
Check for DTCs and note any codes that are output.
Delete the DTC.
Recheck for DTCs. Based on the DTCs output above, try to force output of the A/C system DTC by simulating the operation indicated by the DTC.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| DTC is not output | A |
| DTC is output | B |
| B |
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GO TO DTC CHART Click here |
| A |
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PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Refer to the problem symptoms table Click here.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Fault is not listed in problem symptoms table | A |
| Fault is listed in problem symptoms table | B |
| B |
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GO TO STEP 9 |
| A |
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OVERALL ANALYSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING*
Actuator Check Click here
Data List / Active Test Click here
Terminals of ECU Click here
On-vehicle Inspection
Inspection
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ADJUST, REPAIR OR REPLACE
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