Tech Tips
Use the following procedure to troubleshoot the air conditioning system.
*: Use the intelligent tester.
VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
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INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE
Inspect the battery voltage with the power switch off.
| Standard Voltage |
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| 11 to 14 V |
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding to the next step.
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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.
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| B |
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GO TO LIN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM |
| 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 | ||||||
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| B |
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GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM |
| A |
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CHECK FOR DTC*
Check for DTCs and note any code that is output.
Clear the DTCs.
Recheck for DTCs. Based on the DTCs output above, try to force the A/C system to output DTCs by simulating the conditions indicated by the DTC.
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| B |
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Go to step 7 |
| A |
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
Find the output code in Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart Click here.
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Go to step 9 |
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Refer to Problem Symptoms Table Click here.
| Result | ||||||
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| B |
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Go to step 9 |
| A |
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OVERALL ANALYSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING*
Panel diagnosis (indicator check, sensor 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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