DESCRIPTION
The No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly (air inlet) sends pulse signals to inform the air conditioning amplifier assembly of the damper position. The air conditioning amplifier assembly activates the motor (normal, reverse) based on the signals to move the air inlet mode selection No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly (air inlet) to any position, which controls the intake air settings (FRESH, FRESH/RECIRCULATION, and RECIRCULATION).
The air conditioning amplifier assembly communicates with the servo through a communication/driver IC and wiring assembly called the air conditioning harness assembly.
Tech Tips
Confirm that no mechanical problem is present because this diagnostic code can be output when either a damper link or the damper is mechanically locked.
| DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
| B1442 | Air inlet damper position sensor value does not change even if air conditioning amplifier assembly operates No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly (air inlet) |
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WIRING DIAGRAM
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
PROCEDURE
READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM
Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the Techstream on.
Operate the R/F (Recirculation/Fresh) switch.
Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Data List.
Check the value(s) by referring to the table below.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item/Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Inlet Damper Actual Pulse | No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly (air inlet) actual pulse / Min.: 0 Max.: 255 |
RECIRCULATION: 7 (pulse) FRESH: 28 (pulse) |
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| OK |
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| The display is as specified in the normal condition column. |
| Result | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| B |
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PROCEED TO NEXT SUSPECTED AREA SHOWN IN PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE Click here |
| C |
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REPLACE NO. 1 BLOWER DAMPER SERVO MOTOR SUB-ASSEMBLY (AIR INLET) Click here |
| A |
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REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY Click here
REPLACE NO. 1 BLOWER DAMPER SERVO MOTOR SUB-ASSEMBLY (AIR INLET)
Replace the No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly (air inlet) Click here.
Tech Tips
Since the servo motor cannot be inspected while it is removed from the vehicle, replace the servo motor with a new or known good one and check that the condition returns to normal.
Check for the DTC.
| Result | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| B |
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END (NO. 1 BLOWER DAMPER SERVO SUB-ASSEMBLY WAS DEFECTIVE) |
| A |
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REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING HARNESS ASSEMBLY
Replace the air conditioning harness assembly Click here.
Tech Tips
Since the air conditioning harness assembly cannot be inspected while it is removed from the vehicle, replace the air conditioning harness assembly with a new or known good one and check that the condition returns to normal.
Check for the DTC.
| Result | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| B |
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END (AIR CONDITIONING HARNESS ASSEMBLY WAS DEFECTIVE) |
| A |
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REPLACE AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY Click here