2001 INFINITI QX4 Ac system

HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and
Equipment
=NBHA0009Never mix HFC-134a refrigerant and/or its specified lubricant with CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and/or its lubri-
cant.
Separate and non-interchangeable service equipment must be used for handling each type of refrigerant/
lubricant.
Refrigerant container fittings, service hose fittings and service equipment fittings (equipment which handles
refrigerant and/or lubricant) are different between CFC-12 (R-12) and HFC-134a (R-134a). This is to avoid
mixed use of the refrigerants/lubricant.
Adapters that convert one size fitting to another must never be used: refrigerant/lubricant contamination will
occur and compressor failure will result.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
HFC-134a (R-134a)
refrigerant
NT196
Container color: Light blue
Container marking: HFC-134a (R-134a)
Fitting size: Thread size
ILarge container 1/2²-16 ACME
KLH00-PAGS0
(Ð)
Nissan A/C System Oil
Type S
NT197
Type: Poly alkylene glycol oil (PAG), type S
Application: HFC-134a (R-134a) swash plate (pis-
ton) compressors (Nissan only)
Lubricity: 40 m(1.4 US fl oz, 1.4 Imp fl oz)
(J-39500-INF)
Recovery/Recycling
Recharging equipment
(ACR4)
NT195
Function: Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling and
Recharging
(J-41995)
Electrical leak detector
AHA281A
Power supply:
IDC 12V (Cigarette lighter)
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HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and Equipment
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Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
(J-43926)
Refrigerant dye leak
detection kit
Kit includes:
(J-42220) UV lamp and
UV safety glasses
(J-41459) Refrigerant
dye injector
(J-41447) qty. 24
R-134a refrigerant dye
(J-43872) Refrigerant
dye cleaner
SHA437F
Power supply:
DC 12V (Battery terminal)
(J-42220)
Fluorescent dye leak
detectorUV lamp
SHA438F
Power supply: DC 12V (Battery terminal)
For checking refrigerant leak when fluorescent dye
is installed in A/C system.
Includes: UV lamp and UV safety glasses
UV safety glasses
(J-41447)
R134a Fluorescent Leak
Detection Dye (Box of
24, 1/4 ounce bottles)Dye
SHA439F
Application: For R-134a PAG oil
Container: 1/4 ounce (7.4 cc) bottle
(Includes self-adhesive dye identification labels for
affixing to vehicle after charging system with dye.)
(J-41459)
R134a Dye Injector
Use with J-41447, 1/4
ounce bottleDye injector
SHA440F
For injecting 1/4 ounce of Fluorescent Leak Detec-
tion Dye into A/C system.
(J-43872)
Dye cleaner
SHA441F
For cleaning dye spills.
(J-39183)
Manifold gauge set (with
hoses and couplers)
NT199
Identification:
IThe gauge face indicates R-134a.
Fitting size: Thread size
I1/2²-16 ACME
PREPARATION
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and Equipment (Cont'd)
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Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
Service hoses
IHigh side hose
(J-39501-72)
ILow side hose
(J-39502-72)
IUtility hose
(J-39476-72)
NT201
Hose color:
ILow hose: Blue with black stripe
IHigh hose: Red with black stripe
IUtility hose: Yellow with black stripe or green
with black stripe
Hose fitting to gauge:
I1/2²-16 ACME
Service couplers
IHigh side coupler
(J-39500-20)
ILow side coupler
(J-39500-24)
NT202
Hose fitting to service hose:
IM14 x 1.5 fitting is optional or permanently
attached.
(J-39650)
Refrigerant weight scale
NT200
For measuring of refrigerant
Fitting size: Thread size
I1/2²-16 ACME
(J-39649)
Vacuum pump
(Including the isolator
valve)
NT203
Capacity:
IAir displacement: 4 CFM
IMicron rating: 20 microns
IOil capacity: 482 g (17 oz)
Fitting size: Thread size
I1/2²-16 ACME
COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLNBHA0009S01
Tool name Description
Refrigerant identifier
equipment
NT765
For checking refrigerant purity and system con-
tamination
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HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and Equipment (Cont'd)
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Refrigeration System
REFRIGERATION CYCLENBHA0010Refrigerant FlowNBHA0010S01The refrigerant flows in the standard pattern, that is, through the compressor, the condenser, the liquid tank,
through the evaporator, and back to the compressor. The refrigerant evaporation through the evaporator coil
is controlled by an externally equalized expansion valve, located inside the evaporator case.
Freeze ProtectionNBHA0010S02Under normal operating conditions, when the A/C is switched on, the compressor runs continuously, and the
evaporator pressure, and therefore temperature, is controlled by the V-6 variable displacement compressor to
prevent freeze up.
Refrigerant System ProtectionNBHA0010S03Refrigerant Pressure SensorNBHA0010S0303The refrigerant system is protected against excessively high or low pressures by the refrigerant pressure
sensor, located on the liquid tank. If the system pressure rises above, or falls below the specifications, the
refrigerant pressure sensor detects the pressure inside the refrigerant line and sends the voltage signal to the
ECM. ECM makes the A/C relay go OFF and stops the compressor when pressure on the high pressure side
detected by refrigerant pressure sensor is over about 2,746 kPa (28 kg/cm
2, 398 psi) or below about 177 kPa
(1.8 kg/cm2, 26 psi).
Pressure Relief Valve
NBHA0010S0302The refrigerant system is also protected by a pressure relief valve, located in the rear head of the compres-
sor. When the pressure of refrigerant in the system increases to an abnormal level [more than 3,727 kPa (38
kg/cm
2, 540 psi)], the release port on the pressure relief valve automatically opens and releases refrigerant
into the atmosphere.
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DESCRIPTION
Refrigeration System
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V-6 Variable Displacement Compressor
GENERAL INFORMATION=NBHA00861. The V-6 variable compressor differs from previous units. The vent temperatures of the V-6 variable com-
press do not drop too far below 5ÉC (41ÉF) when:
Ievaporator intake air temperature is less than 20ÉC (68ÉF)
Iengine is running at speeds less than 1,500 rpm.
This is because the V-6 compressor provides a means of ªcapacityº control.
2. The V-6 variable compressor provides refrigerant control under varying conditions. During cold winters, it
may not produce high refrigerant pressure discharge (compared to previous units) when used with air
conditioning systems.
3. A ªclankingº sound may occasionally be heard during refrigerant charge. The sound indicates that the tilt
angle of the swash plate has changed and is not a problem.
4. For air conditioning systems with the V-6 compressor, the clutch remains engaged unless: the system main
switch, fan switch or ignition switch is turned OFF. When ambient (outside) temperatures are low or when
the amount of refrigerant is insufficient, the clutch is disengaged to protect the compressor.
5. A constant range of suction pressure is maintained when engine speed is greater than a certain value. It
normally ranges from 147 to 177 kPa (1.5 to 1.8 kg/cm
2, 21 to 26 psi) under varying conditions.
In previous compressors, however, suction pressure was reduced with increases in engine speed.
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V-6 Variable Displacement Compressor
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IntroductionNBHA0013AIR CONDITIONER LAN SYSTEM OVERVIEW CONTROL SYSTEMNBHA0013S01The LAN system consists of auto amp., air mix door motor and mode door motor.
A configuration of these components is shown in the diagram below.
RHA439G
FeaturesNBHA0014SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION (LAN)NBHA0014S08A small network is constructed between the auto amplifier, air mix door motor and mode door motor. The auto
amplifier and motors are connected by data transmission lines and motor power supply lines. The LAN net-
work is built through the ground circuits of the two motors.
Addresses, motor opening angle signals, motor stop signals and error checking messages are all transmitted
through the data transmission lines connecting the auto amplifier and two motors.
The following functions are contained in LCUs built into the air mix door motor and the mode door motor.
IAddress
IMotor opening angle signals
IData transmission
IMotor stop and drive decision
IOpening angle sensor (PBR function)
IComparison
IDecision (Auto amplifier indicated value and motor opening angle comparison)
RHA440GA
OperationNBHA0014S0801The auto amplifier receives data from each of the sensors. The amplifier sends air mix door and mode door
opening angle data to the air mix door motor LCU and mode door motor LCU.
The air mix door motor and mode door motor read their respective signals according to the address signal.
Opening angle indication signals received from the auto amplifier and each of the motor position sensors are
compared by the LCUs in each motor with the existing decision and opening angles. Subsequently, HOT/
COLD or DEFROST/VENT operation is selected. The new selection data is returned to the auto amplifier.
DESCRIPTION
Introduction
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Fan Speed ControlNBHA0014S0804Blower speed is automatically controlled based on temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle
temperature, intake temperature, amount of sunload and air mix door position.
With FAN switch set to ªAUTOº, the blower motor starts to gradually increase air flow volume.
When engine coolant temperature is low, the blower motor operation is delayed to prevent cool air from flow-
ing.
Intake Door ControlNBHA0014S0805The intake doors are automatically controlled by: The temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle
temperature, intake temperature, amount of sunload and ON-OFF operation of the compressor.
Outlet Door ControlNBHA0014S0806The outlet door is automatically controlled by: The temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle
temperature, intake temperature and amount of sunload.
Magnet Clutch ControlNBHA0014S0807The ECM controls compressor operation using input signals from the throttle position sensor and auto ampli-
fier.
Self-diagnostic SystemNBHA0014S0808The self-diagnostic system is built into the auto amplifier (LCU) to quickly locate the cause of problems.
DESCRIPTION
Features (Cont'd)
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Overview of Control System=NBHA0015The control system consists of input sensors, switches, the automatic amplifier (microcomputer) and outputs.
The relationship of these components is shown in the diagram below:
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Control OperationNBHA0016
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Overview of Control System
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