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HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, andAir Conditioning)
Climate Control
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
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Special Tools . 21-2
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Component Location Index . 21-3
A/C Service
Tips and Precautions . 21-6
A/C System Inspection . 21-6
A/C Refrigerant Oil Replacement . 21-7
A/C Line Replacement . 21-8
General Troubleshooting Information . 21-9
DTC Troubleshooting Index . 21-15
Symptom Troubleshooting Index . 21-16
System Description . 21-19
Circuit Diagram . 21-26
DTC Troubleshooting . 21-28
Climate Control Power and Ground Circuit
Troubleshooting . 21-53
Navigation Communication Line Circuit
Troubleshooting . 21-54
Radiator and A/C Condenser Fan Low Speed Circuit
Troubleshooting . 21-56
A/C Condenser Fan High Speed Circuit Troubleshooting . 21-60
A/C Compressor Clutch Circuit Troubleshooting . 21-62
A/C Signal Circuit Troubleshooting . 21-64
In-car Temperature Sensor Test . 21-67
In-car Temperature Sensor Replacement . 21-67
Outside Air Temperature Sensor Test . 21-68
Outside Air Temperature Sensor Replacement . 21-68
Sunlight Sensor Test . 21-69
Sunlight Sensor Replacement . 21-69
Evaporator Temperature Sensor Test . 21-70 ............
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Power Transistor Test . 21-71
Air Mix Control Motor Test . 21-72
Air Mix Control Motor
Replacement . 21-72
Mode Control Motor Test . 21-73
Mode Control Motor Replacement . 21-73
Recirculation Control Motor Test . 21-74
Recirculation Control Motor Replacement . 21-74
Climate Control Unit Removal/Installation . 21-75
Dust and Pollen Filter Replacement . 21-75
Blower Unit Removal/Installation . 21-76
Blower Unit Component Replacement . 21-77
Evaporator Core Replacement . 21-78
Expansion Valve Replacement . 21-80
Heater Unit/Core Replacement . 21-81
A/C Compressor Replacement . 21-83
A/C Compressor Clutch Check . 21-85
A/C Compressor Clutch Overhaul . 21-86
A/C Compressor Thermal Protector
Replacement . 21-87
A/C Compressor Relief Valve Replacement . 21-87
A/C Condenser Replacement . 21-88
Receiver/Dryer Desiccant Replacement . 21-89
Refrigerant Recovery . 21-90
System Evacuation . 21-91
System Charging . 21-92
Refrigerant Leak Check . 21-93
A/C System Noise Check . 21-97
A/C System Test . 21-99
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21-3
Climate Control
Component Location Index
SERVICE VALVE
(HIGH-PRESSURE SIDE)
A/C COMPRESSOR RECEIVER/DRYER DESICCANT
A/C CONDENSER
SERVICE VALVE
(LOW-PRESSURE SIDE)
EXPANSION VALVE
EVAPORATOR CORE
(Located in the heater unit)
(cont’d)
Replacement, page 21-83
Clutch Check, page 21-85
Clutch Overhaul, page 21-86
Thermal Protector Check, page 21-85
Thermal Protector Replacement, page 21-87
Relief Valve Replacement, page 21-87 Replacement, page 21-89
Replacement, page 21-88
Replacement, page 21-80
Replacement, page 21-78
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21-4Climate Control
Component Location Index (cont’d)
A/C PRESSURE SENSOR
RADIATOR FAN
A/C CONDENSER FAN A/C CONDENSER FAN RELAY
BLOWER MOTOR RELAY
RADIATOR FAN RELAY
A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH RELAY
FAN CONTROL RELAY
UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX
A/C DIODE B A/C DIODE A
ECM/PCM
OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Test, page 22-70
Test, page 22-70
Test, page 22-70
Test, page 22-70
Test, page 22-70
Test, page 21-68
Replacement, page 21-68
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EVAPORATOR CORE
(Located in the heater unit)
EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE
SENSOR HEATER UNIT/CORE
RECIRCULATION
CONTROL MOTOR
POWER TRANSISTOR
AIR MIX CONTROL MOTOR DUST AND POLLEN FILTER
CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT
SUNLIGHT SENSOR
IN-CAR TEMPERATURE SENSOR MODE CONTROL MOTORBLOWER UNIT
EXPANSION VALVE
Replacement, page 21-78
Test, page 21-70 Replacement, page 21-81
Test, page 21-74
Replacement,page 21-74
Test, page 21-71
Test, page 21-72
Replacement, page 21-72 Replacement,
page 21-75
Removal/Installation, page 21-75
Test, page 21-69
Replacement, page 21-69
Test, page 21-67
Replacement, page 21-67 Test, page 21-73
Replacement, page 21-73Removal/Installation,
page 21-76
Component Replacement, page 21-77
Replacement, page 21-80
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21-621-6 Climate Control
A/C Service Tips and Precautions A/C System Inspection
A
 Compressed air mixed with the 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.
 Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor can irritate your eyes, nose, or throat.
 Be careful when connecting service equipment.
 Do not breathe refrigerant or vapor.
The air conditioning system uses HFC- 134a (R-134a)
refrigerant and polyalkyleneglycol (PAG) refrigerant oil,
which are not compatible with CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant
or mineral oil. Do not use R-12 refrigerant or mineral oil
in this system, and do not attempt to use R-12 servicing
equipment; damage to the air conditioning system or
your servicing equipment will result.
Use only service equipment that is U.L.-listed and is
certified to meet the requirements of SAE J2210 to
remove R-134a from the air conditioning system.
If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the
work area before resuming service.
R-134a service equipment or vehicle air c onditioning
systems should not be pressure tested or leak tested
with compressed air.
Additional health and safety information may be
obtained from the refrigerant and lubricant
manufacturers.
 Always disconnect the negative cable from the battery whenever replacing air conditioning parts.
 Keep moisture and dirt out of the system. When disconnecting any lines, plug or cap the fittings
immediately; don’t remove the caps or plugs until
just before you reconnect each line.
 Before connecting any hose or line, apply a few drops of refrigerant oil to the O-ring.
 When tightening or loosening a fitting, use a second wrench to support the matching fitting.
 When discharging the system, use an R-134a refrigerant recovery/recycling/charging station; don’t
release refrigerant into the atmosphere. Before troubleshooting any problem with the air
conditioning system, do the following:
1. With the ignition switch in LOCK (0), inspect the A/C components, the pressure lines, and the hoses for
stains that may indicate a refrigerant or a
compressor oil leak.
2. Check the A/C condenser (A) for material clogging the fins or for damage to the fins:
 Carefully clean any material from the A/C condenser fins with water and detergent. If
deeper cleaning is required, clean the fins with
Honda brite cleaner (P/N 08732-0020B).
 Be sure to dry the A/C condenser completely.
 Refer to the Refrigerant Leak Check (see page 21-93) to confirm leaks if there is visible damage
to the A/C condenser.
Check for stains.
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21-8Climate Control
A/C Line Replacement
Discharge hose to the A/C compressor (6 x 1.0 mm): 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)
A/C compressor to the A/C compressor bracket (8 x 1.25 mm): 22 N·m (2.2 kgf·m, 16 lbf·ft) Discharge hose to the A/C condenser (6 x 1.0 mm): 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)
Receiver line to the A/C condenser (6 x 1.0 mm): 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft)
A/C line to the suction hose (24 x 1.5 mm): 31.9 N·m (3.2 kgf·m, 23.5 lbf·ft) A/C pressure sensor to the receiver line (11 x 1.0 mm): 11.3 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 8.3 lbf·ft)
A/C COMPRESSOR
BRACKET
A/C COMPRESSOR DISCHARGE HOSE
A/C CONDENSER
RECEIVER LINE SUCTION HOSE
Suction hose to the A/C compressor (6 x 1.0 mm): 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft) A/C lines to the evaporator (6 x 1.0 mm): 9.8 N·m (1.0 kgf·m, 7.2 lbf·ft) Receiver line to the A/C line (16 x 1.5 mm): 13.3 N·m (1.4 kgf·m, 9.8 lbf·ft)
A/C compressor bracket to the engine block (8 x 1.25 mm): 24 N·m (2.4 kgf·m, 17.7 lbf·ft) A/C LINES
A/C PRESSURE
SENSOR
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How to Check for DTCs with the HDS
21-9
General Troubleshooting Information
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1. Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).
2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver’s side of the dashboard.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
4. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the climate control unit. If it doesn’t, troubleshoot the DLCcircuit (see page 11-204).
5. Select HVAC/CLIMATE CONTROL in the BODY ELECTRICAL menu.
6. Select DTCs in the HVAC/CLIMATE CONTROL menu.
7. Check for DTCs. If any DTCs are indicated, write down the DTCs, then go to the indicated DTC troubleshooting. If no DTCs are indicated, refer to symptom troubleshooting.
NOTE: After troubleshooting, clear the DTCs with the HDS.
 For specific operations, refer to the user’s manual that came with the HDS.
(cont’d)
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How to Use the Self-diagnostic Function with the HDS
21-10Climate Control
General Troubleshooting Information (cont’d)
1. Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).
2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
4. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the climate control unit. If it doesn’t, troubleshoot the DLC
circuit (see page 11-204).
5. Select HVAC/CLIMATE CONTROL in the BODY ELECTRICAL menu.
6. Select INSPECTION in the HVAC/CLIMATE CONTROL menu.
7. Select CLIMATE CONTROL SELF TEST in the INSPECTION menu.
8. Check for DTCs. If any DTCs are indicated, write down the DTCs, then go to the indicated DTC troubleshooting. NOTE: After troubleshooting, clear the DTCs with the HDS.
 For specific operations, refer to the user’s manual that came with the HDS.
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