2003 HONDA CIVIC ect

A/C System Tests
Pressure Test
Test resultssvmotom3DGaUSeDischarge (high)pressureabnormally high
After stopping compressor, pressure
drops quickly, and then continues toAir in systemRecover, evacuate (see page 21-54),and recharge with specified amount{see oaoe 21 55).
Beduced or no air flow throughcondenserClogged condenser or radiatorfinsCondenser or radiator fan not
CleanCheck fan voltage and rpm.Check fan direction.
Line to condenser is excessively hot.Restricted flow of refrigerant inReplace restricted lines.
Discharge pressureHigh and low pressures are balancedsoon after stopping compressor, Lowside is hioherthan normal.
. Faulty compressor dischargevalve. Faultv comoressor seal
Beplace the compressor.
Outlet of expansion valve is notfrosted, low pressure gauge indicatesFaulty expansion valveMoisture in system
. Replace the expansion valve.. Recover, evacuate for at least30 minutes, and recharge withsDecified amount.
Suction (low)pressureabnormally low
Expansion valve is not frosted, andlow-pressure line is not cold. Lowpressure gauge indicates vacuum,
' Frozen expansion valve(Moisture in system). Faulty expansion valve
Recover, evacuate for at least30 minutes, and recharge withspecified amount.Beplace the expansion valve.
Discharge temperature is low, and theair flow from vents is restricted.Frozen evaporatorRun the fan with compressor off, thencheck evaooratot temoerature sensor.
Exoansion valve is frosted.ean or reolace,
Receivetdryer outlet is cool, and inletis warm (should be warm duringooeralton),
Clogged receiver/dryerReplace receaver/dryer.
Suction pressureabnormally highLow pressure hose and check joint arecooler than the temperature aroundevaoorator,
Expansion valve open too longBepair or replace.
Suction pressure is lowered when..nrlenser is cooled bv water.Excessive refrigerant in systemRecover, evacuate, and recharge withqnp.ifie.lamo'rnr
High and low pressure are equalizedas soon asthecompressor is stopped,and both gauges fluctuate while
Faulty gasketFaulty high pressure valveForeign panicle stuck in high
Replace the compressor.
Suction anddaschargepressuresabnormallv hioh
Reduced air flow through condenser.. Clogged condenser or radiatorfins' Condenser or radiator fan notworkino orooerlv
CleanCheck voltage and fan rpm.Check fan direction.
Suction anddischarge pressureabnormally low
Low-pressure hose and metalendareas are coolerthan evaoorator,Clogged or kinked low-pressurehose oartsRepair or replace.
Temperature around expansion valveis too low compared with that aroundClogged high-pressure lineRepair or replace,
Fefrigerant leaks:omoressor clulch is dirtv.:omoressor shaft seal leakinqReolace the comDressor,
lomoressor bolt(s) are dirtv.no around bolt(s)Tiohten bolt{s) ot reolace comDressor,
;omDressor oasket is wet with oil.ietnoace the comoressor.
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Heating and Air Conditioning
A/C System Tests (cont'd)
1.
Performance Test
Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor
can irritate your eyes, nose, or throar.
Be carefulwhen connecting service equipment.
Do not breathe refrigerant or vapor.
The performance test will help determine if the air
conditioner system is operating within specifications.
Use only service equipment that is U.L.-listed and is
cenified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 toremove HFC-134a (R-134alfrom the air conditioning
system.
lf accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the
work area before resuming service
R-134a service equipment or vehicle air conditioning
systems should not be pressure tested or leak testedwith compressed air.
Additional health and safety information may be
obtained from the refrigerant and lubricant
manufacturers.
Connect a R-134a refrigerant recover/recycling/
charging station to the high-pressure service port
and the low-pressure service port, following the
equipment manufacturer's instructions.
Determine the relative humidity and air
Iemperaru re.
' Compressed air mixed with R-134a forms a
combustible vapor.. The vapor can burn or explode causing serious
Injury.. Never use compressed air to pressure test
R-134a service equipment or vehicle air
conditioning systems.
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4.
Open the glove box. Remove both glove box stops,
then let the glove box hang down (see page 20-63).
Insert a thermometer (A) in the center vent, andplace another thermometer {B) near the blower unit.
Test conditions:
. Avoid direct sunlight.. Open the hood.. Open the front doors.. Sel the temperature control dial on Max Cool, the
mode control dial on Vent, and the recirculation
control switch on Recirculate.. Turn the A,/C switch on and the fan switch on Max.. Run the engine at 750 rpm.. No driver or passengers in vehicle.
After running the air conditioning for I0 minutes
under the above test conditjons, read the delivery
temperature from the thermometer in the center
vent, the intake temperature near the blower unit,
and the high and low system pressure from the Ay'Cga uges.

7. To complete the charts:
. Markthe deliverytemperature along the vertical line.
. Mark the intake temperature (ambient air temperature) along the bottom line.
. Draw a line straight up from the air temperature to the humidity.
. Mark a point 10 % above and 10 % belowthe humidity level.
. From each point. drawa horizontal line across the delivery temperature.
. The delivervtemperature should fall between thetwo lines
. Complete the low-side pressure test and high-side pressure test in the same way.
. Anv measurements outside the line may indicate the need for further inspection.
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2500 -
[25) _360l
1500 -
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1000 -(101:1401
500 -
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80%
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INTAKE TEMPEBATURE
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\Body Electrical
Body ElectricalSpecialToolsGeneral Troubleshooting tntorrnaiion.'......
Relay and Control Unit Locations .....
Connectors and Harnesses
Fuse/Relay Boxes ...............................
Power Distribution .............................
Ground Distribution ...........................
Under-dash Fuse/Relay Box ..............
Battery ..............
Relays ................
*lgnition Switch ..............
*Gauges
Component Location Index .......................Self-diagnostic Procedure ..........................Circuit DiagramGauge Bulb Replacement ..........................Gauge Assembly ReplacementCoolant Temperature
Gauge Troubleshooting .... ....................Vehicle Speed Signal CircuitTroubleshootingVSS Replacement
Exterior LightsComponent Location Index .......................Circuit DiagramDaytime Running Lights ControiUnit Input Test (Canada) ........................Headlight Ad,ustment .................. .. .....Headlighr Replacement ..............................Combination Light SwitchTest/ReplacementBulb ReplacementTaillight Replacement ..........................High Mount Brake Light Replacement ......License Plate Light Replacement ..............Side Marker Light Replacement ................Brake Pedal Position Switch Test ..............Side Turn Signal Light Replacement ........
Turn Signal/HazardFlasher SystemComponent Location Index .......................Circuit DiagramTurn Signal/Hazard Relay lnputTest ........Hazard Warning Switch Test
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22-7
22-13
22-44
22-46
22-4A
22-49
22-50
22-51
22-53
22-5422-5622-5422 6322-64
22-64
22-6522 61
22-6822--71
22-7 622-7422-79
22-AO22-4122-8222-4222-4322-4322-4422-84
22-8522 A622-8722-88
22-10422-105
22-10622-107
Entry Lights control systemComponent Location Index ....................... 22-89Circuit Diagram ......... 22 90lgnition Key Switch Test .....................,...... 22-9'llgnition Key Light Test ............................... 22-91Control Unit Input Test ..........,.................... 22 92
Interior LightsComponent Location Index ....................... 22-94Circuit Diagram ......... 22-95Ceiling LighVSpotlightsTesVReplacement ................................... 22-96Rear Ceiling Light TesVReplacem ent ........ 22-96Cargo Area Light Test/Replacem ent ......... 22-97Hatch Latch Switch Test ..,..,....................... 22-97
*Audio SystemComponent Location Index ....................... 22-98Circuit Diagram ......... 22,99Audio Unit Removal/lnstallation ............... 22-1OOAudio Unit Connector Replacement ......... 22-101Speaker Replacement ................................ 22-102Roof Antenna Rep1acement ....................-.. 22-103
Rear Window DefoggerComponent Location Index ...........Circuit Diasram .. ....... .. ..... ....... ...:::::.::.::.Function TestDefogger Wire Repair .................................Noise Condenser CapacityTest ................
MoonroofComponent Location Index ....................... 22-1OBCircuit Diagram ......... 22-109Moonroof Control Unit Input Test ............. 22-'l10Switch TesVReplacement ........,.....,........... 22-1 12Motor Test ................. 22-112Limit Swilch Test ...... 22-'l'13Auto-stop Switch Test ................................ 22-1 13
Power MirrorsComponent Location Index ....................... 22-114Circuit Diagram ......... 22-115Function Test ............. 22-116Power Mirror Switch Test .......................... 22-ll7Power Mirror Actuator Test ....................... 22-117Power Mirror Actuator Replacement ........ 22-11A
* HornsComponent Location Index ....................... 22-120Circuit Diagram ......... 22-121Horn TesVReplacement ...........................-. 22-122Horn Switch Test .,.... 22-122
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Body Electrical
SpecialTools
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Ref. No.Tool NumberDescription Otv
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07wAz-001010A
O7 LAJ - PT3 O 2OA
07TAz-001020A
MPCS Service Connector 1
Test Harness 1
Back Probe Adaotet 1
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General Troubleshooting Information
Tips and Precautions
Bef ore Troubleshooting
1. Check applicable fuses in the appropriate fuse/relay
oox.
2. Check the battery for damage. state of charge, and
clean and tight connections.
. Do not quick-charge a battery unless the battery
ground cable has been disconnected, otherwise
you will damage the alternator diodes.. Do not attempt to crank the engine with the
battery ground cable loosely connected or you
will severely damage the wiring.
Handling Connectors. Make sure the connectors are clean and have no
loose wire terminals.. Make sure multiple cavity connectors are packed with
dielectric grease (except waterti ght connectors).. All connectors have push-down release type locks (A).
Some connectors have a clip on their side used to
attach them to a mount bracket on the body or on
another component. This clip has a pull type lock.
Some mounted connectors cannot be disconnected
unless you first release the lock and remove the
connector from its mount bracket (A).
Never try to disconnect connectors by pulling on their
wires; pull on the connector halves instead.
Alwavs reinstall Dlastic covers,
Before connecting connectors, make sure the
terminals (A) are in place and not bent.
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Body Electrical
General Troubleshooting Information (cont'd)
Check for loose retainer (A) and rubber seals (B).
The backs of some connectors are packed with
dielectric grease. Add grease if necessary. lf thegrease is contaminated, replace it.
lnsert the connector all the way and make sure it is
securelv locked.
Position wires so that the open end of the cover faces
oown.
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Handling Wires and Harnesses. Secure wires and wire harnesses to lhe frame with
their respective wire ties at the designated locations.. Remove clips carefully; don't damage their locks (A).
Slip pliers (A) under the clip base and through the
hole at an angle, then squeeze the expansion tabs to
release the clip.
After installing harness clips, make sure the harness
doesn't interfere with any moving pans.
Keep wire harnesses away from exhaust pipes and
other hot parts, from sharp edges of brackets and
holes, and from exposed screws and bolts.
Seat grommets in their grooves properly {A). Do not
leave grommets distorted (B).
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Testing and Repairs. Do not use wires or harnesses with broken insulation.
Replace them or repair them by wrapping the break
with electricaltape.. After installing parts, make sure that no wires are
oinched under them.. When using electricaltest equipment, followthe
manufacturer's instructions and those described in
this manual.. lf possible, insertthe probe of thetesterfromthe wire
side (except waterproof connector).
Use back Drobe adaotor 07TM-0010204.
Refer to the instructions in the Honda Terminal Kit for
identification and reolacement of connector terminals.
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