1991 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE relay

24-8HEATERS AND AIR CONDITIONING - Troubleshooting
IARNESSES AND COMPONENTS LAYOUT DIAGRAM
1. Air conditioner switch
2. Air conditioner control unit
3. Air-inlet sensor
4.
Air-therm0 sensor
36AOO51
NameSymbolAir conditioner control unit
DAir conditioner switch
GAir inlet sensor
FAir
therm0 sensorFBlower motor High relay
E
IrrIor:enser fan motor High-Low selecting
C
NameCondenser fan motor relay
Dual pressure switch
Engine coolant temperature switch
<2.0L DOHC Engine>
Heater relay
Magnetic clutch relay
Symbol
C
BA
H
C
NOTEThe “Name” column is arranged in alphabetical order.
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HEATERS AND AIR CONDITIONING - Troubleshooting24-9Blower motor High relay

HEATERS AND AIR CONDITIONING - Service Adjustment Procedures 249*I3
--Air-therm0
sensor
Air inlet
sensor
E>aporator(3)
Set the gauge manifold in place and check whether or not
the pressure at the high-pressure side has become the
dual-pressure switch activation pressure.
(4) Replace the switch if, under ordinary conditions, there is no
continuity.Caution
The condition can be considered to be satisfactory if
there is continuity.
Never increase the pressure in a deliberate attempt to
obtain an abnormally high temperature, because to do
so risks blowing the compressor relief valve.AIR-THERM0 SENSOR AND AIR-INLET SENSOR
If frost forms on the surfaces of the evaporator fins, the cause
might be a malfunction of
air-therm0 sensor.
The temperature of the air-flowing from the evaporator’s outlet
is sensed by the thermistor, and the signals conveying this dataare input to the air conditioner control unit, thus switching the
compressor’s clutch ON or OFF.
This functions when the evaporator’s air-flow is low, or the
evaporator’s fins are clogged by dust, etc., or when the amountof refrigerant is insufficient.
These sensors detect the temperature within the passenger
compartment and the temperature at the cooling unit inlet,
thus causing changes of the resistance value, and this data is
provided to the air conditioner control unit as input.
How to Test the Therm0 Sensor and Air-Inlet Sensor
(1) Disconnect the sensor’s connector at the evaporator case,
and by using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance. The
resistance is normal if it is within the range shown in the
figure at the left; if the resistance is not normal, replace.
(2) If the sensor is normal, there is a malfunction of the air
conditioner control unit, and it should be replaced.
Standard value:
Passenger compartment temperature sensor resist-
ance value:
0°C (32°F)4,852+243 (S-2)
15°C (59°F)2,341+234 (S-2)
25°C (77°F)1,500+150 (52)
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SWITCH
<2.0L DOHC Engine>
The engine coolant temperature switch is connected in series
with the compressor magnetic clutch power relay.
It disengages the compressor when the temperature of
engine coolant rises above
115°C (239°F).This is designed to prevent engine overheating when cooling
air is not sufficient for the condenser and radiator. If the enginecoolant temperature switch operates to disengage the com-
pressor, check for the condenser and radiator surface condi-
tions, belt tension and engine coolant level and correct, if
necessary.

24-24 HEATERS AND AIR CONDITIONING - Service Adjustment Procedures
COMPRESSOR NOISENUFIABWhen investigating an air conditioning related noise, you must
first know the conditions when the noise occurs. These
conditions are: weather, vehicle speed, in gear or neutral,
engine temperature or any other special conditions.
Noises that develop during air conditioning operation can oftenbe misleading. For example: what sounds like a failed front
bearing or connecting rod, may be caused by loose bolts, nuts,mounting brackets, or a loose clutch assembly. Verify acces-
sory drive belt tension (power steering, or alternator).
Improper accessory drive belt tension can cause a misleading
noise when the compressor is engaged and little or no noise
when the compressor is disengaged.
Drive belts are speed sensitive. That is, at different engine
speeds, and depending upon belt tension, belts can develop
unusual noises that are often mistaken for mechanical prob-
lems within the compressor.
Adjustment Procedures
(1) Select a quiet area for testing. Duplicate conditions as
much as possible. Switch compressor on and off several
times to clearly identify compressor noise.
To duplicate high ambient conditions (high head pressure),restrict air flow through condenser. Install manifold gauge
set to make sure discharge pressure doesn’t exceed 2,070
kPa (300 psi).
(2) Tighten all compressor mounting bolts, clutch mounting
bolt, and compressor drive belt. Check to assure clutch coilis tight (no rotation or wobble).
(3) Check refrigerant hoses for rubbing or interference that cancause unusual noises.
(4) Check refrigerant charge (See “Charging the System”).
(5) Recheck compressor noise as in Step 1.
(6) If noise still exists, loosen compressor mounting bolts and
retorque. Repeat Step 1.
(7) If noise continues, replace compressor and repeat Step 1.
Condenser fan motor relay,
Magnet clutch
relay, Blower
motor High
relayHeater relayML0312
16W908
POWER RELAY CHECKNUFNAE
NOTEFor information concerning the installation position of each
relay, refer to
P.24-8.CONDENSER FAN MOTOR RELAY, MAGNET CLUTCH
RELAY, BLOWER MOTOR HIGH RELAY, HEATER RELAY
Check for continuity between the terminals when- the battery
power-supply is applied to terminal (2). and terminal (4) is
grounded.
1 When current flows 1 Between terminals l-3 1 Continuity1
I
When no currentBetween terminals l-3 No continuity
flowsBetween terminals 2-4 Continuity
IKinks in the refrigerant tubing or sharp bends in the
Never attempt to rebend formed lines to fit. Use the
refrigerant hose lines will greatly reduce the
capac-correct line for the installation you are servicing.
ity of the entire system. High pressures are
pro-A good rule for the flexible hose lines is keep the
duced in the system when it is operating. Extreme
radius of all bends at least 10 times the diameter of
care must be exercised to make sure that all
the hose.
connections are pressure tight. Dirt and moisture
Sharper bends will reduce the flow of refrigerant.
can enter the system when it is opened for repair or
The flexible hose lines should be routed so that theyreplacement of lines or components. The following
are at least 80 mm (3 in.) from the exhaust manifold.precautions must be observed.
It is good practice to inspect all flexible hose lines atThe system must be completely discharged before
least once a year to make sure they are in good
opening any fitting of connection in the refrigeration
condition and properly routed.
Fsystem. Open fittings with caution even after the
Unified plumbing connections with O-rings. These
4’system has been discharged. If any pressure is
noticed as a fitting is loosened, allow trappedO-rings are not reusable.
pressure to bleed off very slowly.

HEATERS AND AIR CONDITIONING - Service Adjustment Procedures 24-25
16A1077
20AO499
CONDENSER FAN MOTOR HIGH-LOW SELECTING RELAYCheck for continuity between the
term,inals when the battery
power-supply is applied to terminal
(5), and terminal (3) is
grounded.
IWhen current flows1 Between terminals l-2 1 Continuity1When no current
flows
IDLE-UP OPERATION CHECKN24FoAA
(I) Before inspection and adjustment set vehicle in the
following condition:
l Engine coolant temperature:
80-90°C (176-194°F)
lLights, electric cooling fan and accessories: Set to OFFl Transaxle: Neutral
(N or P for vehicles with A/T)l Steering wheel: Straightforward
(2) Check whether or not the idling speed is the standard
value.Standard value:
4.8L Engine>700 rpm
<2.0L DOHC Engine>750 rpm
NOTE
There is no necessity to make an adjustment, because theidling speed is automatically adjusted by the
ISC” system.
If, however, there occurs a deviation from the standard
value for some reason, check the
ISC” system.
(3) Check to be sure that the idlig speed becomes the standardvalue when the air conditioner switch is switched ON and
the air conditioner is activated.
Standard value: 850 rpm
NOTE
There is no necessity to make an adjustment, because theidling speed is automatically adjusted by the
ISC” system.
If, however, there occurs a deviation from the standard
value for some reason, check the
ISC” system.
ISC: Idle Speed Control