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Insufficient HeatingINFOID:0000000005396504
SYMPTOM: Insufficient heating
INSPECTION FLOW
1.CONFIRM SYMPTOM BY PERFORMING OPERAT IONAL CHECK - TEMPERATURE INCREASE
1. Turn temperature control dial clockwise to maximum heat position.
2. Check for hot air at discharge air outlets.
Can the symptom be duplicated?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK FOR ANY SYMPTOMS
Perform a complete operational check for any symptoms. Refer to MTC-31, "
Operational Check" .
Does another symptom exist?
YES >> Refer to MTC-23, "How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate Repair" .
NO >> System OK.
3.CHECK FOR SERVICE BULLETINS
Check for any service bulletins.
>> GO TO 4.
4.CHECK COOLANT SYSTEM
1. Check engine coolant level. Refer to CO-12, "
Inspection" (HR16DE) or CO-36, "Inspection" (MR18DE).
2. Check hoses for leaks or kinks.
3. Check Radiator cap. Refer to CO-15, "
Checking Radiator Cap" HR16DE or CO-39, "Checking Radiator
Cap" (MR18DE).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair/replace as necessary.
5.CHECK AIR MIX DOOR CABLE
Check air mix door cable operation. Refer to MTC-65, "
Air Mix Door Cable Adjustment" .
OK or NG
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycleProbable causeCorrective action
Low-pressure side becomes nega-
tive. Liquid tank or front/rear side of
expansion valve’s pipe is frost-
ed or dewed.High-pressure side is closed
and refrigerant does not flow.
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Expansion valve or liquid tank
is frosted.Leave the system at rest until
no frost is present. Start it
again to check whether or not
the malfunction is caused by
water or foreign particles.
• If water is the cause, initially
cooling is okay. Then the wa-
ter freezes causing a block-
age. Drain water from
refrigerant or replace refrig-
erant.
• If due to foreign particles, re-
move expansion valve and
remove the particles with dry
and compressed air (not
shop air).
• If either of the above meth- ods cannot correct the mal-
function, replace expansion
valve.
• Replace liquid tank.
• Check oil for contamination.
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1. Use the recovery/recycling equipment to evacuate the refrigerant. Refer to MTC-75, "HFC-134a (R-134a)
Service Procedure".
2. Disconnect the low-pressure flexible hose nut (A) and high-pres- sure flexible hose bolt (B) and remove the hoses from compres-
sor.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of co mpressor, low-pressure flexible
hose and high-pressure flexibl e hose with suitable material
such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
3. Disconnect the compressor harness connector (C)
4. Remove the engine undercover, using power tools.
5. Remove the A/C drive belt. Refer to EM-15, "
Removal and Installation".
6. Remove the bolts (A) from the compressor (1), using power tools.
7. Remove the compressor (1) downward from the engine com- partment.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings of low-pressure flexible hose an d high-pressure flexible hose with new ones, and
apply compressor oil when installing.
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks. Refer to MTC-92, "
Checking of Refrigerant Leaks".
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INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings of low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure flexible hose with a new ones, andapply compressor oil when installing.
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks. Refer to MTC-92, "
Checking of Refrigerant Leaks".
Removal and Installation for Compressor Clutch - Type 1INFOID:0000000005716140
REMOVAL
1. Remove the compressor. Refer to MTC-79, "Removal and Installation of Compressor - HR16DE".
2. Remove the center bolt by holding the clutch disc steady using Tool.
3. Remove the clutch disc and shim(s). CAUTION:
Retain shim(s) for installation.
4. Remove the snap ring using external snap ring pliers.
5. Remove the pulley assembly using suitable tool (A). CAUTION:
To prevent deformation of th e pulley groove, the puller
claws should be ho oked under (not into) the pulley groove.
6. Remove the magnet coil snap ring (A) using a suitable tool. Then remove the magnet coil (1) from compressor shaft.Tool number : (J-44614)
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7. Remove bolt (A), and then disconnect low-pressure flexiblehose (1) and high-pressure pipe (2).
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pi pe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
8. Remove nut (A), and then remove low-pressure flexible hose (1) from compressor (2).
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pi pe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings for A/C piping with new ones, and apply compressor oil when installing.
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of High-Pressure Flexible HoseINFOID:0000000005396524
REMOVAL
1. Use the recovery/recycling equipment to evacuate the refrigerant.
2. Remove high-pressure flexible hose (1) bolt (A) from condenser (2).
3. Remove bolt (A), and then remove high-pressure flexible hose (1) from compressor (2).
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pi pe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings of high-pressure flexible hose with a new ones, and apply compressor oil when
installing.
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of High-Pressure PipeINFOID:0000000005396525
REMOVAL
1. Remove low-pressure flexible hose. Refer to MTC-87, "Removal and Installation of Low-Pressure Flexible
Hose".
2. Remove high-pressure pipe from the clips.
3. Remove high-pressure pipe bolt (A), and then remove high- pressure pipe (1) from condenser (2).
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pi pe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings of high-pressure pipe with a new ones, and apply compr essor oil when installing.
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of Refrigerant Pressure SensorINFOID:0000000005396526
REMOVAL
1. Use the recovery/recycling equipment to evacuate the refrigerant.
2. Disconnect connector, and then remove refrigerant pressure
sensor (1) from condenser (2).
CAUTION:
When working, be careful not to damage the condenser
fins.
INSTALLATION
1. High-pressure pipe A. High-pressure pipe clips
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Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings of refrigerant pressure sensor with a new one, and apply compressor oil when
installing.
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of CondenserINFOID:0000000005396527
REMOVAL
1. Remove the three upper headlamp bolts to reposition the headlamps out of the way.
2. Remove the radiator core support upper. Refer to BL-19, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Remove high-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure pipe from condenser. Refer to MTC-88, "
Removal
and Installation of High-Pressure Flexible Hose" and MTC-89, "Removal and Installation of High-Pressure
Pipe".
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable ma terial such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
4. Disconnect refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
5. Tilt radiator toward rear of vehicle, and then remove condenser (1) from between radiator and radiator core support upper.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the core surface of condenser and
radiator.
NOTE:
MR18DE shown, HR16DE similar.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings for A/C piping with new ones, and apply compressor oil when installing.
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of Liquid TankINFOID:0000000005396528
REMOVAL
1. Remove the condenser. Refer to MTC-90, "Removal and Installation of Condenser".
2. Clean liquid tank and its surrounding area, and remove dirt and rust from liquid tank. CAUTION:
Be sure to clean carefully.
3. Remove bolts (A) and (B) from liquid tank.
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6. Remove evaporator (1) with lower blower case (2) from A/C unitassembly.
7. Mark the position of the thermo control amp. if reusing the evap- orator and then remove thermo c ontrol amp. (3) from evaporator
(1), if equipped (MR18DE - TYPE 2 systems).
8. Remove evaporator (1) from lower blower case (2).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings for A/C piping with new ones, and apply compressor oil when installing.
• If reusing the evaporator, install the thermo contro l amp. at the position marked when removing the
thermo control amp., if equipped (MR18DE - TYPE 2 systems).
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of Expansion ValveINFOID:0000000005396530
REMOVAL
1. Use the recovery/recycling equipment to evacuate the refrigerant.
2. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-22, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Remove lower dash insulator.
4. Disconnect low-pressure flexible hose and high-pressure pipe from evaporator. Refer to MTC-59,
"Removal and Installation".
5. Remove expansion valve bolts (A), and then remove expansion valve (1).
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pi pe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Replace O-rings of evaporator with new ones, and apply compressor oil when installing.
• When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Checking of Refrigerant LeaksINFOID:0000000005396531
Perform a visual inspection of all refrigeration parts, fittings, hoses and components for signs of A/C oil leak-
age, damage and corrosion. A/C oil leakage may indicate an area of refrigerant leakage. Allow extra inspec-
tion time in these areas when using either an electronic refrigerant leak detector or fluorescent dye leak
detector.
If dye is observed, confirm the leak with an electronic refrigerant leak detector. It is possible a prior leak was
repaired and not properly cleaned.
When searching for leaks, do not stop when one leak is found but continue to check for additional leaks at all
system components and connections.
When searching for refrigerant leaks using an electronic leak detector, move the probe along the suspected
leak area at 25 to 50 mm (1 to 2 in) per second and no further than 1/4 inch from the component.
CAUTION:
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Moving the electronic leak detector probe slower and closer to the suspected leak area will improve
the chances of finding a leak.
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent Leak DetectorINFOID:0000000005396532
1. Check A/C system for leaks using the UV lamp and safety goggles J-42220 in a low sunlight area (area
without windows preferable). Illuminate all components, fittings and lines. The dye will appear as a bright
green/yellow area at the point of leakage. Fluoresc ent dye observed at the evaporator drain opening indi-
cates an evaporator core assembly (tubes, core or expansion valve) leak.
2. If the suspected area is difficult to see, use an adjustable mirror or wipe the area with a clean shop rag or
cloth, with the UV lamp for dye residue.
3. After the leak is repaired, remove any residual dye using dye cleaner J-43872 to prevent future misdiag- nosis.
4. Perform a system performance check and verify the leak repair with an approved electronic refrigerant leak detector.
NOTE:
Other gases in the work area or substances on the A/C components, for example, anti-freeze, windshield
washer fluid, solvents and oils, may falsely trigger the leak detector. Make sure the surfaces to be checked are
clean.
Clean with a dry cloth or blow off with shop air.
Do not allow the sensor tip of the detector to contact with any substance. This can also cause false readings
and may damage the detector.
Dye InjectionINFOID:0000000005396533
(This procedure is only necessary when recharging t he system or when the compressor has seized and was
replaced.)
1. Check A/C system static (at rest) pressure. Pres sure must be at least 345 kPa (3.45 bar, 3.52 kg/cm
2, 50
psi).
2. Pour one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of the A/C refrigerant dye into the injector tool J-41459.
3. Connect the injector tool to the A/C low-pressure side service fitting.
4. Start engine and switch A/C ON.
5. When the A/C operating (compressor running), inject one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of fluorescent dye
through the low-pressure service valve using dye injector tool J-41459 (refer to the manufacture’s operat-
ing instructions).
6. With the engine still running, disconnect the injector tool from the service fitting.
CAUTION:
Be careful the A/C system or replacing a componen t, pour the dye directly into the open system
connection and proceed wi th the service procedures.
7. Operate the A/C system for a minimum of 20 minutes to mix the dye with the system oil. Depending on the
leak size, operating conditions and location of the leak , it may take from minutes to days for the dye to
penetrate a leak and become visible.
Electronic Refrigerant Leak DetectorINFOID:0000000005396534
PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING LEAK DETECTOR
When performing a refrigerant leak check, use an A/C electrical leak
detector (SST) or equivalent. Ensure that the instrument is calibrated
and set properly per the operating instructions.
The leak detector is a delicate device. In order to use the leak detec-
tor properly, read the operating instructions and perform any speci-
fied maintenance.
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