The No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly sends pulse signals to inform the air conditioning amplifier assembly of the damper position. The air conditioning amplifier assembly activates the motor (normal or reverse) based on these signals to move the air inlet damper to the appropriate position to change the air inlet mode (fresh, recirculation/fresh, 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.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | Memory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1442 | Air Inlet Damper Control Servo Motor | Air inlet damper position sensor value does not change even if air conditioning amplifier assembly operates No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly | ·
No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly ·
No. 1 air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly ·
Air conditioning harness assembly ·
Air conditioning amplifier assembly ·
Blower assembly |
Memorized
(30 sec. or more)* |
*: The air conditioning amplifier assembly stores this DTC if the malfunction has occurred for the period of time indicated in the brackets.
| Vehicle Condition | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Pattern 1 | Pattern 2 | ||
| Diagnosis Condition | No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly operating | ○ | ○ |
| Malfunction | Air inlet damper servo operation request signals are output but the air inlet damper position sensor value does not change | ○ | - |
| Air inlet damper servo operation request signals are output but the air inlet damper position sensor value is abnormal | - | ○ | |
| Detection Time | Continuously for 30 seconds or more | Continuously for 30 seconds or more | |
| Trip Count | 1 trip | 1 trip | |
If the conditions of either of these patterns are detected, a DTC will be stored.
This DTC is also output for the damper link, damper lock, etc. Before performing inspection, perform servomotor initialization and check that there are no mechanical malfunctions.
This DTC is also output when servomotor initialization has failed. When servomotor initialization has failed, repair any malfunctions and perform servomotor initialization again.
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Trouble Codes.
Check for DTCs.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| B1497 is output | A |
| B1441, B1442 and B1443 are output | B |
| Only B1442 is output | C |
A
B
C
Check that the No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly is installed correctly.
The No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly is installed correctly.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Check for a wire harness caught between the links of the motors and dampers.
No wire harnesses are caught between the links of the motors and dampers.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Remove the No. 1 blower damper servo sub-assembly.
Operate the air inlet dampers by hand.
The air inlet dampers are easily operated by hand.
| Proceed to |
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| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the No. 1 air conditioning radiator damper servo sub-assembly connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A-6 (STE2) - B-3 (sigB) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A-5 (STE1) - B-2 (sigA) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A-8 (M-) - B-5 (M-) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A-7 (M+) - B-4 (M+) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A-4 (GND) - B-1 (GND) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A-6 (STE2) or B-3 (sigB) - Other terminals and Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A-5 (STE1) or B-2 (sigA) - Other terminals and Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A-8 (M-) or B-5 (M-) - Other terminals and Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A-7 (M+) or B-4 (M+) - Other terminals and Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| Proceed to |
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| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG