Cooling and Heating Systems
11. BLOWER FAN
TO REMOVE AND INSTAL
(1) Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
(2) Working below the glov e compartment, dis-
connect the wiring connector to the blower fan motor.
(3) Remove the bolts retaining the blower fan
motor and carefully lower the motor while disconnect-
ing the drain hose.
Installation is a reversal of the removal procedure
with attention to the following points:
( t ) Tighten all bolts securely.
(2) Check that the blow er fan operates correctly.
Dismantled view of the blower fan and associated
components.
12. AIR CONDITIONING
DESCRIPTION
The air conditioning system, when used in con-
junction with the heater, enables any reasonable tem-
perature to be achieved inside the vehicle. It can also
reduce the humidity of the incoming air, aiding
demisting even when cooling is not required.
The basic components of the air conditioning sys-
tem are an evaporator, co ndenser, compressor, re-
ceiver/dryer, expansion valve and pipes and hoses
carrying the refrigerant through the system. Various
subsidiary controls and sensors are also utilized to
protect the system against low or high pressure and
excessive temperature.
The refrigerant will boil at a very low tempera-
ture (-33 deg C) and therefore must be contained
under pressure. Escaping refrigerant can cause frost-
bite and eye damage and will produce a poisonous gas
when burnt. Also, if the system suffers a rapid loss of
refrigerant, oil from the compressor may be carried
out with the refrigerant. It is recommended that any
work requiring disconnection of the components be
referred to an au thorized dealer.
In the event of major repair s to the vehicle such as
engine removal, the compress or hoses are of sufficient
Schematic diagram of a typical air conditioning
system.
length to allow the compressor to be removed as the
engine is lowered from the engine compartment with-
out disturbing any refrigerant line connections.
If the operation of the air conditioning system is
in doubt, it is recommended that the vehicle be taken
to an authorized dealer for testing and repair.
TO CHECK REFRIGERANT CHARGE
(1) Start the engine and operate the air condi-
tioner on maximum cooling for a few minutes.
(2) Observe the flow of refrigerant through the
sight glass located at the top of the receiver/dryer. On
some models it may be necessary to use a mirror to
see the sight glass. (3) If the system is operating correctly, the sight
glass will be clear during the operation of the com-
pressor. Occasional bubbles may be seen when the
compressor cycles on and off during operation, but a
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Bubbles in the sight glass when the air conditioner is
operating indicates a low refrigerant charge.
