Pinpoint Test I: The HVAC Module Does Not Respond to the Scan Tool
Communications Network
Pinpoint Tests
Pinpoint Test I: The HVAC Module Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 14, Module Communications Network for schematic and connector information. Diagrams By Number
Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 55, Automatic Climate Control System for schematic and connector information. Diagrams By Number
Normal Operation
The vehicle can be equipped with either a single-zone or dual-zone automatic HVAC module or a manual climate control system. This test diagnoses the automatic HVAC module systems. Voltage for the HVAC module is provided by circuits CBP20 (YE/VT) and SBP07 (WH/RD). Circuit GD116 (BK/VT) provides ground.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Fuse
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- HVAC module
PINPOINT TEST I: THE HVAC MODULE DOES NOT RESPOND TO THE SCAN TOOL
NOTICE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
NOTE: Failure to disconnect the battery when instructed will result in false resistance readings. Refer to Battery.
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I1 CHECK THE HVAC VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: HVAC Module C228a (Single-Zone) or C2356a (Dual-Zone).
- Ignition ON.
- Measure the voltage between the HVAC module C228a-26 (single-zone) or C2356a-26 (dual-zone), circuit SBP07 (WH/RD) or circuit CBP20 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
- Measure the voltage between the HVAC module C228a-19 (single-zone) or C2356a-19 (dual-zone), circuit CBP20 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
- Are the voltages greater than 10 volts?
Yes
GO to I2.
No
VERIFY Smart Junction Box (SJB) fuse 13 (7.5A) or 27 (7.5A) is OK. If OK, REPAIR the circuit in question. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool. If not OK, REFER to the
Wiring Diagrams to identify the possible causes of the circuit short.
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I2 CHECK THE HVAC GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: Negative Battery Cable.
- Measure the resistance between the HVAC module C228a-1 (single-zone) or C2356a-1 (dual-zone), circuit GD116 (BK/VT) and ground.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes
GO to I3.
No
REPAIR the circuit. CONNECT the negative battery cable. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool.
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I3 CHECK THE MS-CAN CIRCUITS BETWEEN THE HVAC MODULE AND THE DLC FOR AN OPEN
- Measure the resistance between the HVAC module C228a-12 (single-zone) or C2356a-12 (dual-zone), circuit VDB06 (GY/OG), harness side and the Data Link Connector (DLC) C251-3, circuit VDB06 (GY/OG), harness side.
- Measure the resistance between the HVAC module C228a-13 (single-zone) or C2356a-13 (dual-zone), circuit VDB07 (VT/OG), harness side and the DLC C251-11, circuit VDB07 (VT/OG), harness side.
- Are the resistances less than 5 ohms?
Yes
CONNECT the negative battery cable. GO to I4.
No
REPAIR the circuit as necessary. CONNECT the negative battery cable. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool.
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I4 CHECK FOR CORRECT HVAC MODULE OPERATION
- Disconnect all the HVAC module connectors.
- Check for:
- corrosion
- damaged pins
- pushed-out pins
- Connect all the HVAC module connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?
Yes
INSTALL a new HVAC module. REFER to Heating and Air Conditioning. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool.
No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the network test with the scan tool.
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