A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH
DESCRIPTION
The compressor clutch assembly consists of a sta-
tionary electromagnetic coil, a hub bearing and pul-
ley assembly, and a clutch plate (Fig. 4). The
electromagnetic coil unit and the hub bearing and
pulley assembly are each retained on the nose of the
compressor front housing with snap rings. The clutch
plate is keyed to the compressor shaft and secured
with a bolt.
OPERATION
The compressor clutch components provide the
means to engage and disengage the compressor from
the engine serpentine accessory drive belt. When the
clutch coil is energized, it magnetically draws the
clutch into contact with the pulley and drives the
compressor shaft. When the coil is not energized, the
pulley freewheels on the clutch hub bearing, which is
part of the pulley. The compressor clutch and coil are
the only serviced parts on the compressor.
The compressor clutch engagement is controlled by
several components: the a/c switch on the a/c heater
control panel, the Automatic Zone Control (AZC) con-
trol module (if the vehicle is so equipped), the evap-
orator probe, the a/c high pressure transducer, the
a/c compressor clutch relay, the body control module
(BCM) and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
The PCM may delay compressor clutch engagement
for up to thirty seconds. Refer to Electronic Control
Modules for more information on the PCM controls.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - COMPRESSOR
CLUTCH COIL
For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to the
appropriate wiring diagrams. The battery must be
fully-charged before performing the following tests.
Refer to Battery for more information.
(1) Connect an ammeter (0 to 10 ampere scale) in
series with the clutch coil terminal. Use a voltmeter
(0 to 20 volt scale) with clip-type leads for measuring
the voltage across the battery and the compressor
clutch coil.
(2) With the a/c heater mode control switch in any
a/c mode, the a/c heater control a/c switch in the ON
position, and the blower motor switch in the lowest
speed position, start the engine and run it at normal
idle.
(3) The compressor clutch coil voltage should read
within 0.2 volts of the battery voltage. If there is
voltage at the clutch coil, but the reading is not
within 0.2 volts of the battery voltage, test the clutch
coil feed circuit for excessive voltage drop and repair
as required. If there is no voltage reading at the
clutch coil, use a DRBIIItscan tool and the appro-
priate diagnostic information for testing of the com-
pressor clutch circuit. The following components
must be checked and repaired as required before you
can complete testing of the clutch coil:
²Fuses in the junction block and the Power Dis-
tribution Center (PDC)
²A/C heater mode control switch
²A/C compressor clutch relay
²A/C high pressure transducer
²A/C evaporator probe
²Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
²Body Control Module (BCM)
(4) The compressor clutch coil is acceptable if the
current draw measured at the clutch coil is 2.0 to 3.9
amperes with the electrical system voltage at 11.5 to
12.5 volts. This should only be checked with the work
area temperature at 21É C (70É F). If system voltage
is more than 12.5 volts, add electrical loads by turn-
ing on electrical accessories until the system voltage
drops below 12.5 volts.
(a) If the clutch coil current reading is four
amperes or more, the coil is shorted and should be
replaced.
(b) If the clutch coil current reading is zero, the
coil is open and should be replaced.
Fig. 4 COMPRESSOR CLUTCH - TYPICAL
1 - CLUTCH PLATE
2 - SHAFT KEY
3 - PULLEY
4 - COIL
5 - CLUTCH SHIMS
6 - SNAP RING
7 - SNAP RING
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Both the manual A/C Heater control panel and the
AZC control panel are serviced only as complete
units and cannot be repaired. If faulty or damaged,
the entire control panel unit must be replaced.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AUTOMATIC ZONE
CONTROL SYSTEM
The Automatic Zone Control (AZC) control module
has a system self-diagnostic mode which continuously
monitors various parameters during normal system
operation. If a system fault is detected, a current and
historical fault is recorded. When the current fault is
cleared, the historical fault remains until reset (man-
ually or automatically). Both the current and histor-
ical fault codes can be accessed through either the
front panel, or over the Programmable Communica-
tions Interface (PCI) bus using a DRBIIItscan tool,
and the appropriate diagnostic information.
The AZC control module is capable of three differ-
ent types of self-diagnostic tests, as follows:
²Fault Code Tests
²Input Circuit Tests
²Output Circuit/Actuator Tests
The information that follows describes:
²How to read the self-diagnostic display
²How to enter the AZC control module self-diag-
nostic test mode
²How to select the self-diagnostic test types
²How to perform the different tests
ENTERING THE AZC SELF-DIAGNOSTIC MODE
To enter the AZC self-diagnostic mode, perform the
following:
(1) Depress the a/c and recirc buttons at the same
time and hold. Rotate the left temperature control
knob clockwise (CW) one detent.
(2) If you continue to keep the a/c and recirc but-
tons depressed, the AZC control module will perform
a Segment Test of the Vacuum Fluorescent (VF) dis-
play. In the Segment Test you should see all of the
display segments illuminate as long as both buttons
are held. If a display segment fails to illuminate, the
vacuum fluorescent display is faulty and the a/c
heater control must be replaced.
(3) After viewing the Segment Test, release the
A/C and Recirc buttons and the display will clear
momentarily.Ifa0isdisplayed, then no faults
are set in the system.Should there be any faults,
either9current9or9historical9, all fault codes will be
displayed in ascending numerical sequence (note no
effort is made to display fault codes in chronological
order). Each fault code is displayed for one second
before the next code is displayed. Once all fault codes
have been displayed, the system will then repeat the
fault code numbers. This will continue until the left
side set temperature control is moved at least onedetent position in the CW direction or the ignition is
turned9OFF9.
FAULT CODE TESTS
Fault codes are two-digit numbers that identify a
circuit that is malfunctioning. There are two differ-
ent kinds of fault codes.
1.Current Fault Codes- Current means the
fault is present right now. There are two types of cur-
rent faults: input faults, and system faults.
2.Historical Fault Codes- Historical or stored
means that the fault occurred previously, but is not
present right now. A majority of historical fault codes
are caused by intermittent wire harness or wire har-
ness connector problems.
CURRENT FAULT CODES
Input faults 01 = IR thermister circuit
open
02 = IR thermister circuit
shorted
03 = Fan pot shorted
04 = Fan pot open
05 = Mode pot shorted
06 = Mode pot open
07 = IR sensor delta too
large
08 = Reserved
09 = Reserved
10 = One of four motor
drivers has drive9A9
shorted to ground
11 = Engine air intake
temperature Buss
message missing
12 = Country code Buss
message missing
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A/C HEATER CONTROL (Continued)
(2)If there are no fault codes, the ª00º dis-
play value will remain in the VF window.Should
there be any codes, each will be displayed for one
second in ascending numerical sequence (note: no
effort is made to display faults in the order they
occurred). The left side set temperature display will
be blanked and the right side set temperature dis-
play will indicate current and historical codes (8 his-
torical max) presently active. Once all codes have
been displayed, the system will repeat the fault code
numbers. This will continue until the left side set
temperature control is moved at least one detent
position in either direction, by pressing both the A/C
and Recirc buttons at the same time, or the ignition
is turned off. Record all of the fault codes, then see
the Current and Historical Fault Code charts for the
descriptions.
CLEARING FAULT CODES
Current faults cannot be electronically cleared.
Repair must be made to the system to eliminate the
fault causing code. Historical fault codes can be
cleared manually, or automatically. To clear a histor-
ical fault manually, depress and hold either the A/C
or Recirc button for at least three seconds while the
display is in the fault code mode of operation. Histor-
ical fault codes are cleared automatically when the
corresponding current fault code has been cleared,
and has remained cleared for a number of ignition
cycles. The faults have been cleared when two hori-
zontal bars appear in the Test Selector display.
EXITING SELF-DIAGNOSTIC MODE
The self-diagnostic mode can be exited by pressing
both the A/C and Recirc buttons at the same time, or
turning off the ignition.
MONITOR CURRENT PARAMETERS
While in the display fault code mode of operation,
current system parameters can also be monitored
and/or forced. Rotating the left side set temperature
control clockwise will increase the pointer number
while rotating the control counter clockwise will
decrease the pointer number. Rotating the right set
temperature control will have no impact on pointer
value or the value of the parameter being monitored.
Once the desired pointer number has been selected,
pressing either the AC or Recirc buttons will display
the current value of the selected parameter.The
right side set temperature display is only capa-
ble of displaying only values ranging from 0 to
99, the left side set temperature display is used
for values greater than 99. If the value is less
than 99, the left side set temperature display
remains blanked.While a parameter is being over-
ridden, the system will continue to function normallyexcept for the parameter which is being manually
controlled.
For values < 0, the9G9segment in the left side set
temperature Most Significant Digit (MSD)(or left-
most number in the pair) will be used to indicate a
negative number. For values between -01 to -99 the
Least Significant Digit (LSD)(or right-most number
of the pair) in the left side set temperature will
remain blank. System control of parameter being dis-
played can be overridden by rotating the right set
temperature control in either direction. Rotating the
right temperature control in the CW direction, the
selected parameter value is overridden and incre-
mented beginning at the value which was being dis-
played. Rotating the right temperature control in the
CCW direction, the selected parameter value is over-
ridden and decremented beginning at the value
which was being displayed. The rate at which incre-
menting and decrement occurs is one unit value per
set temperature detent position.
HVAC SYSTEM POINTER
Pointer
NumberDESCRIPTION Value
Displayed
01 A/C Enable 0 or 1
0=
disabled
1=
enabled
02 Final fan PWM duty cycle 0 to 255
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
03 Left NPRG * 0 to 255
* NPRG equals a calculated number based on outside
and in-vehicle conditions. This value is used by the
AZC to position the Mode motor, Air Inlet motor, and
control blower motor speed.
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
04 Right NPRG 0 to 255
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A/C HEATER CONTROL (Continued)
HVAC SYSTEM POINTER
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
05 Avg NPRG 0 TO
255
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
06 Primary control side 0 or 1
0 = left 1
= right
07 EE Check sum (calculated) 0 to 255
08 Target intensity (in % ON time) 0 to 255
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
09 Not Used 0 to 0
10 Not Used 0 to 0
11 Right NINC * 0 to 255
* NINC equals a calculated number based on the IR
sensor and IR thermistor values used to calculate the
NPRG.
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
12 Left NINC 0 to 255
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
13 Right NMIX * 0 to 255
* NMIX equals a calculated number based on outside
and in-vehicle conditions used by the AZC to position
the Temperature motors.HVAC SYSTEM POINTER
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
14 Left NMIX 0 to 255
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CW = decrease
15 Not Used 0 to 0
16 Not Used 0 to 0
17 Reserved
18 Reserved
19 Reserved
MODE VALUE POINTER
Pointer
NumberDESCRIPTION Value
Displayed
20 mode range in delta counts 0 to
9999
21 Current mode position (in
counts)0to
9999
22 mode target position in ratio 0 to 255
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
23 mode target position in counts 0 to
9999
24 Not Used 0 to 0
25 number of valve moves since
last index0to
9999
26 Not Used 0 to 0
27 Not Used 0 to 0
28 Not Used 0 to 0
29 mode motor state 0 to 5
0 = in position, 1 = moving
toward panel, 2 = moving
toward defrost, 3 = searching
range, 4 = stalled moving
toward panel, 5 = stalled
moving toward defrost
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A/C HEATER CONTROL (Continued)
LEFT SIDE TEMPERATURE POINTER
Pointer
NumberDESCRIPTION Value
Displayed
30 Left side temp range in delta
counts0to
9999
31 Current left side temp position
(in counts)0to
9999
32 Left side temp target position
(in ratio)0to255
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
33 Left side temp target in counts 0 to
9999
34 Not used 0 to 0
35 number of valve moves since
last index0to
9999
36 Not used 0 to 0
37 Not used 0 to 0
38 Not used 0 to 0
39 Left side temp motor state 0 to 5
0 = in position, 1 = moving
toward panel, 2 = moving
toward defrost, 3 = searching
range, 4 = stalled moving
toward panel, 5 = stalled
moving toward defrost
RIGHT SIDE TEMPERATURE POINTER
Pointer
NumberDESCRIPTION Value
Displayed
40 Right side temp range in delta
counts0to
9999
41 Current right side temp
position (in counts)0to
9999
42 Right side temp target position
(in ratio)0to255
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
43 Right side temp target in
counts0to
9999
44 Not used 0 to 0
RIGHT SIDE TEMPERATURE POINTER
45 number of valve moves since
last index0to
9999
46 Not used 0 to 0
47 Not used 0 to 0
48 Not used 0 to 0
49 Right side temp motor state 0 to 5
0 = in position, 1 = moving
toward panel, 2 = moving
toward defrost, 3 = searching
range, 4 = stalled moving
toward panel, 5 = stalled
moving toward defrost
AIR INLET POINTER
Pointer
NumberDESCRIPTION Value
Displayed
50 Air inlet range (in counts) 0 to
9999
51 Current air inlet position (in
counts)0to
9999
52 Air inlet target position (in
ratio)0to255
While the value of this pointer
is being displayed, turning the
right set temperature control
either direction will manually
control the value. CW =
increase; CCW = decrease
53 Air inlet target in counts 0 to
9999
54 Not used 0 to 0
55 number of motor moves since
last index0to
9999
56 Not used 0 to 0
57 Not used 0 to 0
58 Not used 0 to 0
59 Air inlet motor state 0 to 5
0 = in position, 1 = moving
toward panel, 2 = moving
toward defrost, 3 = searching
range, 4 = stalled moving
toward panel, 5 = stalled
moving toward defrost
60 Reserved
61 Actual Outside Air Temp (in
degrees F)-40 to
215
62 Not used 0 to 0
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A/C HEATER CONTROL (Continued)
AIR INLET POINTER
63 Engine Intake Air Temperature
(in degrees F)-40 to
215
64 Vehicle speed in MPH 0 to 255
65 Engine RPM/100 -0 to 82
66 Engine Coolant Temp - 40 (in
degrees F)-40 to
215
67 Country Code 0 to 255
68 Not used 0 to 0
69 Not used 0 to 0
IR SENSOR POINTER
Pointer
NumberDESCRIPTION Value
Displayed
70 Thermistor temp (in degrees) -40 to
215
71 Left side sensor A/D (filtered) 0 to 255
72 Right side sensor A/D (filtered) 0 to 255
73 Left side temp (in degrees F) -40 to
140
74 Right side temp (in degrees F) -40 to
140
75 Not used 0 to 0
76 Not used 0 to 0
77 Not used 0 to 0
78 Not used 0 to 0
79 Not used 0 to 0
IDENTIFICATION POINTER
Pointer
NumberDESCRIPTION Value
Displayed
80 ROM bit pattern number (digits
1,2,3 & 4)0to
9999
81 ROM bit pattern number (digits
5,6,7 & 8)0to
9999
82 CAL bit pattern number (digits
1,2,3 & 4)0to
9999
83 CAL bit pattern number (digits
5,6,7 & 8)0to
9999
84 Not used 0 to 0
85 Not used 0 to 0
86 Not used 0 to 0
87 Not used 0 to 0
88 Not used 0 to 0
89 Not used 0 to 0
OUTPUT CIRCUIT/ACTUATOR TESTS
In the Output Circuit/Actuator Test mode, the out-
put circuits can be viewed, monitored, overridden,
and tested. If a failure occurs in an output circuit,
test the circuit by overriding the system. Test the
actuator through its full range of operation.
(1) To begin the Output Circuit/Actuator Tests you
must be in the Select Test mode.
(2) With a ª00º value displayed in the Test Selector
and no stick man, turn the rotary temperature con-
trol knob until the test number you are looking for
appears in the Test Selector display. See the Circuit
Testing charts for a listing of the test numbers, test
items, test types, system tested, and displayed val-
ues.
(3) To see the output value, depress the a/c or
recirc button. The values displayed will represent the
output from the AZC control module.
(4) To enter the actuator test, depress the a/c or
recirc button. Then, rotate the right temperature set
knob to the desired position.
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTAL
AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the center upper, and center lower
bezels from the instrument panel. Refer to Instru-
ment Panel System for the procedures.
(3) Remove the 4 screws that secure the a/c heater
control to the instrument panel (Fig. 13).
(4) Pull the a/c heater control assembly away from
the instrument panel far enough to access the con-
nections on the back of the control.
(5) Unplug the wire and/or vacuum harness con-
nectors from the back of the a/c heater control (Fig.
14).
(6) Remove the a/c heater control from the instru-
ment panel.
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A/C HEATER CONTROL (Continued)
INSTALLATION
(1) Plug the wire harness and/or vacuum harness
connectors into the back of the a/c heater control.
(2) Position the a/c heater control in the instru-
ment panel and secure it with 4 screws. Tighten the
screws to 2.2 N´m (20 in. lbs.).
(3) Reinstall the center upper, and center lower
bezels onto the instrument panel. Refer to Instru-
ment Panel System for the procedures.
(4) Connect the battery negative cable.
A/C PRESSURE TRANSDUCER
DESCRIPTION
The A/C pressure transducer is installed on a fit-
ting located on the refrigerant discharge line near
the condenser. An internally threaded hex fitting on
the transducer connects it to the externally threaded
Schrader-type fitting on the discharge line. A rubber
O-ring seals the connection between the transducer
and the discharge line fitting. Three terminals within
a molded plastic connector receptacle on the top of
the transducer connect it to the vehicle electrical sys-
tem through a take out and connector of the head-
lamp and dash wire harness.
The A/C pressure transducer cannot be adjusted or
repaired and if faulty or damaged, it must be
replaced.
OPERATION
The A/C pressure transducer monitors the pres-
sures in the high side of the refrigerant system
through its connection to a fitting on the discharge
line. The transducer will change its internal resis-
tance in response to the pressures it monitors. The
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) provides a five
volt reference signal and a sensor ground to the
transducer, then monitors the output voltage of the
transducer on a sensor return circuit to determine
refrigerant pressure. The PCM is preporgrammed to
respond to this and other sensor inputs by controlling
the operation of the air conditioning compressor
clutch and the radiator cooling fan to help optimize
air conditioning system performance and to protect
the system components from damage. The A/C pres-
sure transducer input to the PCM will also prevent
the air conditioning compressor clutch from engaging
when the ambient temperatures are below about
0.556É C (33É F) due to the pressure/temperature
relationship of the refrigerant. The Schrader-type
valve in the liquid line fitting permits the A/C pres-
sure transducer to be removed or installed without
distrubing the refrigerant in the system. The A/C
pressure transducer is diagnosed using the DRBIIIt
scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic infor-
mation.
Fig. 13 A/C HEATER CONTROL REMOVE/INSTALL
1 - MOUNTING SCREW TABS
Fig. 14 A/C HEATER CONTROL CONNECTIONS
1 - MODE SWITCH
2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
3 - VACUUM HARNESS
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A/C HEATER CONTROL (Continued)
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTAL
AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
(1) Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the
Power Distribution Center (PDC). If OK, go to Step
2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component
as required and replace the faulty fuse.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Remove the a/c heater control from the instrument
panel. (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITION-
ING/CONTROLS/A/C HEATER CONTROL -
REMOVAL) Check for continuity between the ground
circuit cavity of the a/c heater control wire harness
connector and a good ground. There should be conti-
nuity. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
circuit to ground as required.
(3) With the a/c heater control wire harness con-
nector unplugged, place the a/c heater mode control
switch knob in any position except the Off position.
Check for continuity between the ground circuit ter-
minal and each of the blower motor driver circuit ter-
minals of the a/c heater control as you move the
blower motor switch knob to each of the four speed
positions. There should be continuity at each driver
circuit terminal in only one blower motor switch
speed position. If OK, test and repair the blower
driver circuits between the a/c heater control connec-
tor and the blower motor resistor as required. If not
OK, replace the faulty a/c heater control unit.
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTALAIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
The blower motor switch cannot be adjusted or
repaired, and if faulty or damaged, the a/c heater
control must be replaced. (Refer to 24 - HEATING &
AIR CONDITIONING/CONTROLS/A/C HEATER
CONTROL - REMOVAL)
IN-CAR TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
Models equipped with the optional Automatic Zone
Control (AZC) system use automatic dual zone tem-
perature control with infrared sensing technology.
The temperature sensor is located in the center
instrument panel, between the dual temperature
knobs of the AZC.
OPERATION
The Automatic Zone Control uses infrared sensing
technology to control occupant comfort levels, not the
actual passenger compartment air temperature. Dual
infrared sensors mounted in the face of the control
unit independently measure the surface temperature
to maintain customer-perceived comfort temperature
under changing conditions. Dual Zone temperature
control provides wide side-to-side variation in comfort
temperature to exceed the needs of either front seat
occupant. This sensing system replaces interior air
temperature and solar sensors used to approximate
direct sensing control through complex control pro-
grams.
The infrared temperature sensor cannot be
adjusted or repaired and, if faulty or damaged, the
AZC head must be replaced.
NOTE: The infrared sensor window may be perma-
nently damaged if any type of cosmetic vinyl dress-
ings are allowed to contact the lens. Avoid spraying
or wiping this area with any cleaner or conditioner.
This may result in impaired temperature sensing
and control.
REMOVAL
The infrared temperature sensor cannot be
adjusted or repaired and, if faulty or damaged, the
AZC head must be replaced. (Refer to 24 - HEATING
& AIR CONDITIONING/CONTROLS/A/C HEATER
CONTROL - REMOVAL)
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BLOWER MOTOR SWITCH (Continued)