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Inspection Procedure 3

When The A/C Is Operating, Temperature Inside The Passenger Compartment Does Not Decrease (Cool Air Not Emitted).

STEP 1. Check for refrigerant leaks.

Q: Is the refrigerant leaking?

YES: Repair. Then go to Step 6.

NO: Go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check the dual pressure switch operation.




1. Remove the dual pressure switch connector and connect the high/low pressure side terminals located on the harness side as shown in the illustration.
2. Install a gauge manifold to the high-pressure side service valve of the refrigerant line.




3. When the high/low pressure sides of the dual pressure switch are at operation pressure (ON) and there is continuity between the respective terminals.

Q: When the high/low pressure sides of the dual pressure switch are at operation pressure (ON), is there continuity between the respective terminals?

YES: Go to Step 3.

NO: Replace the switch. Then go to Step 6.




STEP 3. Check the refrigerant-temperature switch operation.

Q: When the A/C is off, check that there is continuity between the refrigerant-temperature switch terminals. Is the circuit open loop?

YES: Replace the switch. Then go to Step 6.

NO: If less than 2 Ohms, go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Measure the automatic compressor controller terminal voltage.

Q: Is the automatic compressor controller terminal voltage in good condition?

YES: Go to Step 5.

NO: Replace. Then go to Step 6.

STEP 5. Measure the engine control module /the powertrain control module terminal voltage.

1. Refer to Diagnosis - Check at The Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
<2.4L engine>.
2. Refer to Diagnosis - Check at The Engine Control Module (ECM) or Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
<3.0L engine>.

Q: Is the voltage in good condition?

YES: Go to Step 6.

NO: Replace. Then go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Check symptoms.

Q: Is the cool air discharged?

YES: This diagnosis is complete. (If no malfunctions are not found in all steps, an intermittent malfunction is suspected. Refer to How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunction.)

NO: Go to Step 1.