AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL
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Stop signal:
At the end of each transmission, a stop operation, in-operation, or internal malfunction message is delivered to
the unified meter and A/C amp. This completes one data transmission and control cycle.
AIR MIX DOOR CONTROL (AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL)
The air mix doors are automatically controlled so that in-vehicle temperature is maintained at a predetermined
value by the temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle temperature and amount of sunload.
FAN SPEED CONTROL
Blower speed is automatically controlled by the temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle tempera-
ture, intake temperature, amount of sunload and air mix door position.
With pressing AUTO switch, 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 CONTROL
The intake doors are automatically controlled by the temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle tem-
perature, intake temperature, amount of sunload and ON/OFF operation of the compressor.
MODE DOOR CONTROL
The mode doors are automatically controlled by the temperature setting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle tem-
perature, intake temperature and amount of sunload.
UPPER VENTILATOR DOOR CONTROL
The upper ventilator door is automatically controlled by the mode setting, and amount of sunload.
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AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL
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MAGNET CLUTCH CONTROL
When A/C switch, AUTO switch or DEF switch is pressed, unified meter and A/C amp. transmits compressor
ON signal to ECM, via CAN communication.
ECM judges whether compressor can be turned ON, based on each sensor status (refrigerant-pressure sen-
sor signal, throttle angle, etc.). If it judges compressor can be turned ON, it sends compressor ON signal to
IPDM E/R, via CAN communication.
Upon receipt of compressor ON signal from ECM, IPDM E/R turns air conditioner relay ON to operate com-
pressor.
When sending compressor ON signal to IPDM E/R via CAN communication line, ECM simultaneously sends
compressor feedback signal to ECM via CAN communication line.
ECM sends compressor feedback signal to unified meter and A/C amp., then, uses input compressor feed-
back signal to control air inlet.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
The self-diagnosis system is built into the unified meter and A/C amp. to quickly locate the cause of malfunc-
tions.
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AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL
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MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH
DISPLAY SCREEN
The operation status of the system is displayed on the screen.
MODE SWITCH (DRIVER SIDE)
Controls the air discharge outlets.
When the DUAL switch indicator is not illuminated, the driver side and passenger side outlets are
switched together.
When the DUAL switch indicator is illuminated, only the driver side outlet is switched.
MODE SWITCH (PASSENGER SIDE)
When the MODE switch (passenger side) is pressed, the DUAL switch indicator illuminates, and only the pas-
senger side outlet is switched.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH (POTENTIO TEMPERATURE CONTROL) (DRIVER SIDE)
The set temperature is Increased or decreased with this switch.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH (POTENTIO TEMPERATURE CONTROL) (PASSENGER
SIDE)
The set temperature is Increased or decreased with this switch.
When the temperature switch is pressed, the DUAL switch indicator will automatically illuminate.
AUTO SWITCH
The compressor, intake doors, air mix doors, mode doors and blower speed are automatically controlled
so that the in-vehicle temperature will reach, and be maintained at the set temperature selected by the
operator.
When pressing AUTO switch, air inlet, air outlet, fan speed, and discharge air temperature are automati-
cally controlled.
DEFROSTER (DEF) SWITCH
Mode doors are set to the defrost position with this switch. Also, intake doors are set to the outside air position,
and compressor turns ON.
UPPER VENT SWITCH
When UPPER VENT switch is ON, UPPER VENT switch indicator turn ON, and upper ventilator door is
automatically controlled.
When DEFROSTER (DEF) switch is ON, upper ventilator door is shut.
When MODE position (driver side) is FOOT or D/F, upper ventilation door is shut.
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When UPPER VENT switch is OFF, UPPER VENT switch indicator turn OFF, and upper ventilator door is
shut.
A/C SWITCH
Compressor is ON or OFF with this switch.
(Pressing the A/C switch when the A/C switch is ON will turn OFF the A/C switch and compressor.)
FAN SWITCHES
The blower speed is manually controlled with this switch. Seven speeds are available for manual control (as
shown on the display screen).
OFF SWITCH
Compressor and blower are OFF, the intake doors and the mode doors are automatically controlled.
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH
When illumination is ON, rear window is defogged.
INTAKE SWITCH
When intake switch is ON, FRE LED turns ON, and air inlet is fixed to FRE.
When press intake switch again, REC LED turns ON, and air inlet is fixed to REC.
When intake switch is pressed for approximately 1.5 seconds or longer, FRE and REC LEDs blink twice.
Then, automatic control mode is entered. Inlet status is displayed by LED even during automatic con-
trolled.
When FRE LED is turned ON, shifting mode position to D/F or DEF, or when compressor is turned from
ON to OFF, intake switch is automatically turned OFF (fixed to FRE mode). REC mode can be re-entered
by pressing intake switch again, and then compressor is turned ON. (Except D/F or DEF position)
DUAL SWITCH
When the DUAL switch indicator is illuminated, the driver side and passenger side temperature can each
be set independently.
When the DUAL switch indicator is not illuminated, the driver side outlet and setting temperature is
applied to both sides.
Control Operation (Rear Control Switch)NJS000G8
AUTO SWITCH
When pressing AUTO switch, display for turned on AUTO and fan speed is automatically controlled.
When pressing AUTO switch, air inlet, air outlet, fan speed, and discharge air temperature are automati-
cally controlled.
FAN SWITCH
The blower speed is manually controlled with this switch. Five speeds are available for manual control (as
shown on the display screen).
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AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL
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REAR TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH
Increases or decreases the set temperature.
A temperature for the rear seat with respect to a set temperature for the front seat can be adjusted by
operating switch.
Rear temperature control switch allows to select a temperature every 0.5°C (1°F) in the 18°C (60°F) to
32°C (90°F) range.
When the DUAL switch is ON, temperature for the rear seat changes keeping the temperature difference
between two front seats. [e.g. When lowering the set temperature for the rear seat 1°C (2°F) by operating
rear control switch at a set temperature of 25°C (77°F) for the driver’s seat and 26°C (79°F) for the pas-
senger’s seat, the set temperature for the driver’s seat and passenger’s seat lower 1°C (2°F) and become
24°C (75°F) for the driver’s seat and 25°C (77°F) for the passenger’s seat.]
NOTE:
A set temperature for the rear seat is tied to a set temperature for the passenger’s seat. Therefore, a set
temperature for the rear seat changes in conjunction with a set temperature for the passenger’s seat
(When the set temperature of front seats are independent).
Fail-Safe FunctionNJS000G9
If a communication error exists between the unified meter and A/C amp.,and the AV control unit or NAVI
control unit and multifunction switch for 30 seconds or longer, air conditioner is controlled under the follow-
ing conditions:
Compressor : ON
Air outlet : AUTO
Air inlet : FRE (Fresh)
Blower fan speed : AUTO
Set temperature : Setting before communication error occurs
Display : OFF
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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6. STEP-4: OPERATION OF EACH DOOR MOTOR IS CHECKED
1. Press temperature control (UP) switch (driver side).
2. Press (DEF) switch. Code No. of each door motor test is
indicated on the display.
>> GO TO 7.
7. CHECK ACTUATORS
Refer to the following chart and check discharge air flow, air temperature, blower motor duty ratio and com-
pressor operation.
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Code No. 41 42 43 44 45 46
Mode door position VENT B/L 1 B/L 2
FOOT
*1D/F DEF
Upper ventilator door
positionOPEN SHUT SHUT SHUT SHUT SHUT
Intake door position REC REC 20% FRE FRE FRE FRE
Air mix door position FULL COLD FULL COLD FULL HOT FULL HOT FULL HOT FULL HOT
Blower motor duty ratio 37% 91% 65% 65% 65% 91%
Compressor ON ON OFF OFF ON ON
Electronic control valve
(ECV) duty ratio100% 100% 0% 0% 50% 100%
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Operational CheckNJS000GK
The purpose of the operational check is to check if the individual system operates properly.
CHECKING MEMORY FUNCTION
1. Press the temperature control (UP) switch (driver side) until 32°C (90°F) is displayed.
2. Press OFF switch.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
5. Press the AUTO switch.
6. Confirm that the set temperature remains at previous temperature.
7. Press OFF switch.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 111 , "
Memory Function" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING BLOWER
1. Press fan (UP:+) switch. Blower should operate on low speed. The fan symbol should have one blade lit.
2. Press fan (UP:+) switch again, and continue checking blower speed and fan symbol until all speeds are
checked.
3. Leave blower on max. speed.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 8 8 , "
Blower Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING DISCHARGE AIR (MODE SWITCH AND DEF SWITCH)
1. Press MODE switch and DEF switch.
2. Each position indicator should change shape.
3. Confirm that discharge air comes out according to the air distribution table. Refer to AT C - 3 7 , "
Discharge
Air Flow" .
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 7 6 , "
Mode Door Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
NOTE:
Confirm that the compressor clutch is engaged (sound or visual inspection) and intake door position is at
FRESH when the D/F or DEF is selected.Conditions : Engine running at normal operating temperature
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CHECKING DISCHARGE AIR (UPPER VENT SWITCH)
1. Press temperature control (UP) switch (driver side) until 32°C (90°F) is displayed.
2. Press fan (UP:+) switch until Max. speed.
3. Set MODE switch (driver side) to VENT position.
4. Press UPPER VENT switch. AUTO indicator should illuminate.
5. Press temperature control (DOWN) switch (driver side) until 18°C (60°F) is displayed.
6. Confirm that discharger air come out.
7. Press UPPER VENT switch again. AUTO indicator should OFF.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 7 9 , "
Upper Ventilator Door Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING INTAKE AIR
1. Press intake switch. Recirculation indicator should illuminate.
2. Press intake switch again. Fresh indicator should illuminate.
3. Listen for intake door position change. (Slight change of blower sound can be heard.)
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 8 5 , "
Intake Door Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
NOTE:
Confirm that the compressor clutch is engaged (sound or visual inspection) and intake door position is at
FRESH when the D/F or DEF is selected.
CHECKING TEMPERATURE DECREASE
1. Press temperature control (DOWN) switch (driver side) until 18°C (60°F) is displayed.
2. Check for cold air at discharge air outlets.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 9 8 , "
Insufficient Cooling" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING TEMPERATURE INCREASE
1. Press temperature control (UP) switch (driver side) until 32°C (90°F) is displayed.
2. Check for hot air at discharge air outlets.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for ATC-108, "
Insufficient Heating" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING A/C SWITCH
1. Press AUTO switch and A/C switch.
2. A/C switch indicator will turn ON.
Confirm that the compressor clutch engages (sound or visual inspection).
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 9 3 , "
Magnet Clutch Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING AUTO MODE
1. Press AUTO switch and A/C switch.
2. Display should indicate AUTO.
Confirm that discharge air and blower speed will depend on ambient, in-vehicle, and set temperatures.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 6 7 , "
Power Supply and Ground Circuit for Auto Amp." , then
if necessary, trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 9 3 , "
Magnet Clutch Circuit" .
If all operational checks are OK (symptom cannot be duplicated), go to Incident Simulation Tests in GI-28,
"How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical Incident" and perform tests as outlined to simulate driv-
ing conditions environment. If symptom appears, refer to AT C - 4 1 , "
SYMPTOM TABLE" and perform applica-
ble trouble diagnosis procedures.