2008 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION X air conditioning

A/C-ECU
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONING AND VENTILATION55-8
COMMUNICATION
A/C-ECU performs the signal transmission and
reception with each ECU via CAN (Controller Area
Network)*
1. Also, with the heater control panel, it
transmits and receives signals via serial communica
-
tion.
NOTE: : For details of CAN communication, refer to
GROUP 54C
− Controller Area Network P.54C-2.
CAN COMMUNICATION INPUT SIGNALS TABLE
DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION
A/C-ECU has the following functions for easier sys-
tem checks.
•DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION
•Service data output
•Actuator test
NOTE: For each item, refer to the Workshop Manual.
AC506202
ETACS-ECU Heater control panelSRS-ECU
Engine-ECU
Combination meter A/C-ECU
: Interactive communicationCAN communication
SERIAL communication
AC
SignalTransmitter ECU
Engine coolant temperature signalENGINE-ECU
Vehicle speed signal
Engine speed signal
Ambient temperature signalETACS-ECU
Wiper signal
Ignition key signal
Average ambient temperature signalCOMBINATION METER

A/C COMPRESSOR
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONING AND VENTILATION55-9
A/C COMPRESSORM2551001100268
HIGH EFFICIENCY COMPRESSOR WITH
INTEGRATED OIL SEPARATOR
High efficiency compressor with integrated oil sepa-
rator has been adopted to enhance fuel economy by
reducing the A/C operating rate.
MAGNETIC CLUTCH WITH THERMAL
FUSE
At the compressor lock, the thermal fuse integrated
in the magnet clutch is blown due to the frictional
heat against the compressor in order to reduce risk
of the drive belt breakage. The thermal fuse, together
with the coil, is coated with resin to enhance resis
-
tance to corrosion.
2-STEP PROFILE COMPRESSOR
The centre area of the scroll in the compressor pro-
vides 2-step profile, and thickness of area "B" shown
in the figure has been increased to enhance
strength. With this feature, thickness of area "A"
shown where lesser load is applied is reduced, thus
compressor performance is enhanced by compress
-
ing refrigerant even in central area, comparing to the
previous model.
CONDENSERM2551001400140
The condenser has been integrated with the radiator (cooling
module) to optimise ventilation and reduce weight.
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BB
AC
Section a - aSection b - b Front viewFront view <2-step profile
compressor>
AC608768
Condenser
AB
Radiator

DUCT
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONING AND VENTILATION55-10
DUCTM2551001300358
The rear heater duct has been introduced, and the
air distribution ratio to front and rear seats has been
optimised in order to enhance the air heating perfor
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mance for the rear seats, and to prevent the circula-
tion of cooled air back to the front seats. with rear duct>
AC608058
To front door window
(Side defroster)
Side ventilator
Center ventilatorTo windshield (Defroster)
To front door window
(Side defroster)
To passenger seat footwell
To driver seat footwell
To rear seat footwell
(Vehicle with rear duct)
To rear seat footwell
(Vehicle with rear duct)
Side ventilator
AB

VENTILATION SYSTEM
HEATER, AIR CONDITIONING AND VENTILATION55-11
VENTILATION SYSTEMM2551002000554
Fresh air is sucked from the front deck and
exhausted through the air outlet behind the rear
bumper. Optimizing areas of the outside air induction
hole and the air outlet enhances ventilated air
amount, reducing noise.
AC608060Rear ventilator ductAB