If the cooling air is poor (cooling air is discharged), the following causes are possible.
| Malfunction Status | Factor |
|---|---|
for Front:
·
Cooling is poor. ·
Takes time to cool down. |
·
Compressor with magnet clutch assembly malfunction ·
Excessive refrigerant ·
Lack of refrigerant gas ·
Dirty cooler condenser ·
Cooling fan system malfunction ·
Air mix damper and link operation (jamming) ·
Automatic light control sensor ·
Warm air flow |
for Rear (w/ Integration Control Panel (for Rear Automatic Air Conditioning)):
·
Cooling is poor. ·
Takes time to cool down. |
·
Air mix damper and link operation (jamming) (for Rear Automatic Air Conditioning) ·
No. 2 cooler thermistor assembly ·
Cooler expansion valve ·
Warm air flow |
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| for Front | A |
| for Rear (w/ Integration Control Panel (for Rear Automatic Air Conditioning)) | B |
A
B
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Data List.
Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regulator Pressure Sensor | Air conditioner pressure sensor | Min.: -0.4566 MPaG (gauge)
Max.: 3.2943 MPaG (gauge) |
Actual refrigerant pressure displayed | ·
Refrigerant line (gas leak, etc.) ·
Air conditioner pressure sensor system malfunction |
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Regulator Pressure Sensor |
Install a manifold gauge set.
Read the manifold gauge pressure when the following conditions are met.
Prepare the vehicle according to the table below.
| Item | Condition |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Condition | Engine running |
| Doors | Fully closed (windows also fully closed) |
| A/C Switch | On |
| Recirculation/fresh Control Switch | Recirculation |
| Set Temperature | MAX COLD |
| Blower Speed | HI |
| Air Conditioning Air Inlet Temperature | 25 to 35°C (77 to 95°F) |
150 to 250 kPa (1.5 to 2.5 kgf/cm2, 22 to 36 psi)
1370 to 1570 kPa (14 to 16 kgf/cm2, 199 to 228 psi)
Compare the values displayed in the Data List and on the manifold gauge.
The values displayed in the Data List and on the manifold gauge match.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Active Test.
Check the operation by referring to the table below.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Control Range | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Mix Servo Targ Pulse(D) | No. 1 air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly (air mix) pulse | Min.: 128
Max.: 383 |
Operates between 165 to 257 pulses |
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Air Mix Servo Targ Pulse(D) |
Damper servo motor is operated.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the Q2 automatic light control sensor connector.
Disconnect the N19 main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Q2-1 (CLTB) - N19-23 (CLTB) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Q2-2 (CLTE) - N19-25 (CLTE) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Q2-4 (CLTS) - N19-24 (CLTS) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Q2-1 (CLTB) or N19-23 (CLTB) - Other terminals and body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Q2-2 (CLTE) or N19-25 (CLTE) - Other terminals and body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Q2-4 (CLTS) or N19-24 (CLTS) - Other terminals and body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Remove the automatic light control sensor.
Inspect the automatic light control sensor.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Active Test.
Check the operation by referring to the table below.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Control Range | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Air Mix Servo Targ Pulse | No. 1 rear cooling unit damper servo motor sub-assembly (rear air mix) pulse | Min.: 128
Max.: 383 |
Operates between 254 and 299 pulses |
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Rear Air Mix Servo Targ Pulse |
Damper servo motor is operated.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Remove the No. 2 air conditioning harness assembly (No. 2 cooler thermistor).
Inspect the No. 2 air conditioning harness connector (No. 2 cooler thermistor).
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Remove the cooler expansion valve.
Inspect the cooler expansion valve.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG