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THERMISTOR
(See page AC±40)
REMOVAL AND INSPECTION OF
THERMISTOR
1. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE CABLE FROM BATTERY
2. REMOVE GLOVE BOX AND UNDER COVER
3. CHECK THERMISTOR INSTALLED OPERATION
Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance at the con-
nector.
Resistance: 1,500
at 25°C (77°F)
If resistance value is not as speci¿¿ed, replace the
thermistor.
4. REMOVE THERMISTOR
(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Remove the screw and thermistor from the cooling
unit.
5. CHECK THERMISTOR OPERATION
(a) Place the thermistor in cold water. While varying the
temperature of the water, measure the resistance at
the connector and at the same time, measure the tem-
perature of the water with a thermometer.
(b) Compare the two readings on the chart.
If the intersection is not between the two lines, replace the
thermistor.
INSTALLATION OF THERMISTOR
1. INSTALL THERMISTOR
(a) Install the thermistor with the screw.
(b) Connect the connector.
2. INSTALL GLOVE BOX AND UNDER COVER
3. CONNECT NEGATIVE CABLE TO BATTERY
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HINT: When checking for continuity in circuits which
contain an LED, please observe the following in-
structions.
(a) Use a tester with a power source of 3V or greater to
overcome the circuit resistance.
(b) If a suitable tester is not available, apply battery volt-
age and check that the LED lights up.
If there is no continuity as specified, replace the A/C
switch.
4. INSTALL A/C SWITCH
5. CONNECT NEGATIVE CABLE TO BATTERY
A/C SWITCH (Push Type)
1. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE CABLE FROM BATTERY
2. REMOVE HEATER CONTROL ASSEMBLY
3. DISCONNECT HEATER CONTROL CONNECTOR
4. CHECK A/C SWITCH CONTINUITY
Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between the termi-
nals for each switch position as shown in the table.
AC SWITCH (Lever Type)
(See page AC±12)
ON±VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. DISCONNECT NEGATIVE CABLE FROM BATTERY
2. REMOVE A/C SWITCH
3. CHECK A/C SWITCH FOR CONTINUITY
Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between the termi-
nals for each switch position as shown in the table.
If there in no continuity as specified, replace the A/C
switch.
5. CONNECT HEATER CONTROL CONNECTOR
6. INSTALL HEATER CONTROL ASSEMBLY
7. CONNECT NEGATIVE CABLE TO BATTERYSwitch position
Switch positionIllumination
Terminal
Terminal
A/C
A/C
OFFOFF
± AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMA C SwitchAC±44
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AMPLIFIERS
Inspection of Amplifier
(See page AC±12)
Air Conditioner Amplifier
INSPECT AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT
Disconnect the amplifier and inspect the connector on the
wire harness side as shown in the chart below.
Test conditions:
(1) Ignition: ON
(2) Temperature control lever: MAX. COOL
(3) Blower switch: Hl
If circuit is as specified, replace the amplifier.
ApProx. 1.7 k at 25°C (77°F)
3S±FE Engine Model
Turn ignition switch off.Turn ignition switch on.
Turn ignition switch off.Turn ignition switch on.
Turn ignition switch off.
Turn ignition switch on.Turn A/C switch off.
Turn A/C switch on.
Turn A/C switch off.Turn A/C switch on.
4pprox. 10 to 14 V
Tester
connectionSpecified value
Battery voltage
Battery voltageBattery voltageBattery voltage
Battery voltage
ApproX. 250 W Start engine.
Stop engine.No voltageNo voltage
No voltage
No voitage
No voltageNo voltage ContinuityContinuity
Resistance
Condition
Check for
Constant
ConstantConstant
Voltage
Voltage
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Condenser Fan Control Amplifier
INSPECT AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT
Disconnect the amplifier and inspect the connector on the
wire harness side as shown in the chart below. If the circuit is as specified, replace the amplifier.
If circuit is as specified, replace the amplifier. 2VZ±FE Engine Model
Approx. 1.5 k at 27°C (77°F)
Turn ignition switch off.
Turn ignition switch off. Turn ignition switch on±. Turn ignition switch on. Turn ignition switch off.Turn ignition switch on. Turn ignition switch off. Turn ignition switch on.
Turn A/C switch on.
Turn A/C switch on.
Turn A/C switch off. Turn A/C switch off.
Tester
connection
Approx. 10 to 14 V Tester
connection
Specified valueSpecified value
Battery voltageBattery voltageBattery voltage Battery voltage
Battery voltage
Approx. 250 Battery voltage
Start engine.
Stop engine.
No voltageNo voltage
No voltage
No voltage
No voltage ContinuityNo voltageNo voltage
ContinuityContinuity
Continuity Continuity
Continuity
Condition
Continuity ResistanceCondition
Check forCheck for
Constant Constant Constant
Constant Constant
Constant Constant
VoltageVoltage
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Compressor Control Amplifier
INSPECT AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT
Disconnect the amplifier and inspect the connector on the
wire harness side as shown in the chart below.
VACUUM HOSE CIRCUIT (3S±FE Engine)
Approx. 4.4 k 25°C(77°F) Turn ignition switch on.
Turn ignition switch off.
Tester
connectionSpecified value
3 ± GroundBattery voltage 6 ± Ground
No voltage ContinuityContinuity
Resistance
Condition
Check for
Constant Constant
Voltage
5±7
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Compressor Control Amplifier
INSPECT AMPLIFIER CIRCUIT
Disconnect the amplifier and inspect the connector on the
wire harness side as shown in the chart below.
VACUUM HOSE CIRCUIT (3S±FE Engine)
Approx. 4.4 k 25°C (77°F) Turn ignition switch on.
Turn ignition switch off.
Tester
connectionSpecified value
3 ± GroundBattery voltage 6 ± Ground
No voltage ContinuityContinuity
Resistance
Condition
Check for
Constant Constant
Voltage
5±7
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VACUUM SWITCHING VALVE (VSV)
(See pages AC±4 to AC±7)
INSPECTION OF VSV
1. REMOVE VSV
2. CHECK VACUUM CIRCUIT CONTINUITY IN VSV 8*
BLOWING AIR INTO PIPE
(a) Connect the VSV terminals to the battery terminals
as shown.
(b) Blow into pipe ºAº, and check that air comes out of
pipe ºBº but does not come out of filter ºCº.
4. CHECK FOR OPEN CIRCUIT
Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the
two terminals of the VSV.
Specified resistance: 37 ± 44
at 20°C (68°F)
If resistance value is not as specified, replace the VSV. 3. CHECK FOR SHORT CIRCUIT
Using an ohmmeter, check that there is no continuity be-
tween each terminal and the VSV body.
If a short circuit is found, repair or replace the VSV.(c) Disconnect the battery.
(d) Blow into pipe ºAº and check that air comes out
of filter ºCº but does not come out of pipe ºBº.
If a problem is found, replace the VSV.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Basic Troubleshooting
Before troubleshooting an ECT, first determine whether the problem is electrical or mechanical.
To do this, just refer to the basic troubleshooting flow±chart provided below.
If the cause is already known, using the basic troubleshooting chart below along with the general
troubleshooting chart on the following pages should speed the procedure.
Stall Test, Time Lag Test and
Hydraulic Test Read Diagnostic Code
(See page AT±17)
Manual Shifting Test
(See page AT±23)
Electrical Control System CheckPreliminary Check
(See page AT±21 )Repair or
Replace
Repair or ReplaceRepair Transaxle Bad
BadBad
Bad
Bad
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Basic Troubleshooting) (A140L and
A140E)AT±11