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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.
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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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1. Position probe approximately 5 mm (3/16 in) away from point tobe checked.
2. When testing, circle each fitting completely with probe.
3. Move probe along component approximately 25 to 50 mm (1 to 2 in) per second.
CHECKING PROCEDURE
To prevent inaccurate or false readings, make sure there is no refrigerant vapor, shop chemicals, or cigarette
smoke in the vicinity of the vehicle. Perform the leak test in calm area (low air/wind movement) so that the
leaking refrigerant is not dispersed.
1. Turn engine OFF.
2. Connect a suitable A/C manifold gauge set to the A/C service ports.
3. Check if the A/C refrigerant pressure is at least 345 kPa (3.45 bar, 3.52 kg/cm
2, 50 psi) above 16°C. If less
than specification, recover/evacuate and recharge the system with the specified amount of refrigerant.
NOTE:
At temperatures below 16 °C, leaks may not be detected since t he system may not reach 345 kPa (3.45
bar, 3.52 kg/cm
2, 50 psi).
4. Perform the leak test from the high-pressure side (compressor dischar ge a to evaporator inlet f) to the
low-pressure side (evaporator drain hose g to shaft seal k). Refer to MTC-77, "
Component". Perform a
leak check for the following areas carefully. Clean the component to be checked and move the leak
detected probe completely around the connection/component.
• Compressor
Check the fitting of high- and low-pressure flexible hoses, relief valve and shaft seal.
• Condenser
Check the fitting of high-pressure flexible hose and pipe, refrigerant pressure sensor.
• Liquid tank Check the refrigerant connection.
• Service valves
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Check all around the service valves. Ensure service valve caps are secured on the service valves (to
prevent leaks).
NOTE:
After removing A/C manifold gauge set from service va lves, wipe any residue from valves to prevent any
false readings by leak detector.
• Cooling unit (Evaporator)
With engine OFF, turn blower fan on “High” for at least 15 seconds to dissipate any refrigerant trace in
the cooling unit. Wait a minimum of 10 minutes ac cumulation time (refer to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended procedure for actual wait time) before inserting the leak detector probe into the drain hose.
Keep the probe inserted for at least 10 seconds. Use c aution not to contaminate the probe tip with water
or dirt that may be in the drain hose.
5. If a leak detector detects a leak, verify at least once by blowing compressed air into area of suspected leak, then repeat check as outlined above.
6. Do not stop when one leak is found. Continue to check for additional leaks at all system components.
If no leaks are found, perform steps 7-10.
7. Start engine.
8. Set the heater A/C control as follows;
a. A/C switch: ON
b. Mode control dial position: VENT (Ventilation)
c. Intake door lever position: Recirculation
d. Max. cold temperature
e. Fan speed: High
9. Run engine at 1,500 rpm for at least 2 minutes.
10. Turn engine off and perform leak check again following steps 4 through 6 above.
Refrigerant leaks should be chec ked immediately after stopping
the engine. Begin with the leak detector at the compressor. The
pressure on the high-pressure side will gradually drop after
refrigerant circulation stops and pressure on the low-pressure
side will gradually rise, as shown in the graph. Some leaks are
more easily detected when pressure is high.
11. Before connecting recovery/recycling equipment to vehicle, check recovery/recycling equipment gauges. No refrigerant
pressure should be displayed. If pressure is displayed, recover
refrigerant from equipment lines.
12. Discharge A/C system using approved refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment. Repair the leaking fitting or component if necessary.
13. Evacuate and recharge A/C system and perform the l eak test to confirm no refrigerant leaks.
14. Perform A/C performance test to ensure system works properly.
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IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
IPDM E/R STATUS CONTROL
In order to save power, IPDM E/R switches status by itself based on each operating condition.
1. CAN communication status • CAN communication is normally performed with other control units.
• Individual unit control by IPDM E/R is normally performed.
• When sleep request signal is received from BCM, mode is switched to sleep waiting status.
2. Sleep waiting status • Process to stop CAN communication is activated.
• All systems controlled by IPDM E/R are stopped. When 1 second has elapsed after CAN communica-tion with other control units is st opped, mode switches to sleep status.
3. Sleep status • IPDM E/R operates in low current-consumption mode.
• CAN communication is stopped.
• When a change in CAN communication signal is detec ted, mode switches to CAN communication sta-
tus.
• When a change in ignition switch signal is detected, mode switches to CAN communication status.
CAN Communication System DescriptionINFOID:0000000005395355
Refer to LAN-7, "System Diagram".
Function of Detecting I gnition Relay MalfunctionINFOID:0000000005395356
• When the integrated ignition relay is stuck in a "closed contact" position and cannot be turned OFF, IPDM E/
R turns ON tail and parking lamps for 10 minutes to indicate IPDM E/R malfunction.
• When the state of the integrated ignition relay does not agree with the state of the ignition switch signal
received via CAN communication, the IPDM E/R activates the tail lamp relay.
NOTE:
When the ignition switch is turned ON, the tail lamps are OFF.
CONSULT-III Function (IPDM E/R)INFOID:0000000005395357
CONSULT-III can display each diagnostic item us ing the diagnostic test modes shown following.
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Display Item List
Rear window defoggerRear window defogger relay OFF
A/C compressor A/C relay is OFF
Front fog lamps Front fog lamp relay OFF
Controlled system
Fail-safe mode
Ignition switch signalIgnition relay status Tail lamp relay
ON ON —
OFF OFF —
ON OFF —
OFF ON ON (10 minutes)
IPDM E/R diagnostic Mode Description
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Displays IPDM E/R self-diagnosis results. DATA MONITOR Displays IPDM E/R input/output data in real time.
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTR The result of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read. ACTIVE TEST Operation of electrical loads can be checked by sending drive signal to them.
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NOTE:
When auto active test mode has to be cancelled halfway, turn ignition switch OFF.
CAUTION:
Be sure to perform BL-44, "
Door Switch Check (Hatchback)" when the auto active test cannot be
performed.
INSPECTION IN AUTO ACTIVE TEST MODE
When auto active test mode is actuated, the following six steps are repeated three times.
(A): Oil pressure warning lamp is blinking when the auto active test is operating.
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Item Number Test Item Operation Time/Frequency
1 Rear window defogger 10 seconds
2 Front wipers LOW 5 seconds then HIGH 5 seconds
3 Daytime light system (Canada only) 10 seconds
3 Tail, license, and parking lamps 10 seconds
3 Front fog lamps 10 seconds
4 Headlamps (low) 20 seconds
4 Headlamps (high) ON-OFF 5 times
5 A/C compressor (magnet clutch) ON-OFF 5 times
6 Cooling fan LOW 5 seconds then HIGH 5 seconds
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1.FUSE AND FUSIBLE LINK INSPECTION
Check that the following fusible links or IPDM E/R fuses are not blown.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Replace fuse or fusible link.
2.POWER CIRCUIT INSPECTION
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connector E42.
3. Check voltage between IPDM E/R harness connector E42 terminals 1, 2 and ground.
50 V Front fog lamp (LH) Output ON or
STARTLighting
switch must
be in the 2ND
position
(LOW beam
is ON) and
the front fog
lamp switch OFF
0V
ON Battery voltage
51 W Front fog lamp (RH) Output ON or
START Lighting
switch must
be in the 2ND
position
(LOW beam
is ON) and
the front fog
lamp switch OFF
0V
ON Battery voltage
52 L LH Low beam head-
lamp Output — Lighting switch in 2nd position Battery voltage
54 P RH Low beam head-
lamp
Output — Lighting switch in 2nd position Battery voltage
55 G LH High beam head-
lamp
Output —Lighting switch in 2nd position
and placed in HIGH or PASS
position
Battery voltage
56 Y RH High beam head-
lamp Output —Lighting switch in 2nd position
and placed in HIGH or PASS
position Battery voltage
59 B Ground Input ——0V
60 R Rear window defogger
relay
OutputON or
START Rear defogger Switch ON
Battery voltage
Rear defogger Switch OFF 0V
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Wire
color Signal name Signal
input/
output Measuring condition
Reference value
(Approx.)
Ignition
switch Operation or condition
Terminal No.
Signal nameFuse, fusible link No.
1, 2 Battery power a, b, d
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OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace IPDM E/R power circuit harness.
3.GROUND CIRCUIT INSPECTION
1. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connectors E46 and E48.
2. Check continuity between IPDM E/R harness connector E46 (A) terminal 39, E48 (B) terminal 59 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Inspection End.
NG >> Repair or replace IPDM E/R ground circuit harness.
Inspection with CONSULT-III (Self-Diagnosis)INFOID:0000000005395363
1.SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULT CHECK
1. Connect CONSULT-III and select "IPDM E/R" on the "SELECT SYSTEM" screen.
2. Select "SELF-DIAG RESULTS" on the "SELECT DIAG MODE" screen.
3. Check display content in self-diagnosis results.
NOTE:
The Details for Display for the Period are as follows:
• CRNT: Error currently detected by IPDM E/R.
• PAST: Error detected in the past and stored in IPDM E/R memory.
Contents displayed
NO DTC DETECTED. FURTHER TESTING MAY BE REQUIRED.>>Inspection End.
CAN COMM CIRC>>Print out the self-diagnosis result and refer to LAN-17, "
Trouble Diagnosis Flow Chart".
Removal and Installation of IPDM E/RINFOID:0000000005395364
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.Battery voltage should exist.
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CONSULT-III
display code TIME
Details of diagnosis result
CRNT PAST
NO DTC IS DETECTED.
FURTHER TESTING MAY BE REQUIRED. — — —
No malfunction
CAN COMM CIRC U1000 X XAny of items listed below have errors:
• TRANSMIT DIAG
•ECM
• BCM/SEC
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STEERING WHEEL
STEERING WHEEL
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceINFOID:0000000005396934
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION
• Check installation conditions of steering gear assembly, front suspension assembly, axle and steering col-
umn assembly.
• Check if movement exists when steering wheel is mo ved up and down, to the left and right and to the axial
direction.
• Check steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts for looseness. Refer to PS-12, "
Removal and Instal-
lation".
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY
• Turn steering wheel so that front wheels come to the straight-ahead position. Start engine and lightly turn
steering wheel to the left and right until front wheels start to move. Measure steering wheel movement on the
outer circumference.
• When the measurement value is outside the standard val ue, check backlash for each joint of steering col-
umn assembly and installation condition of steering gear assembly.
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION STEERING WHEEL
• Make sure that steering gear assembly, steering column assembly and steering wheel are installed in the correct position.
• Perform neutral position inspection after wheel alignment. Refer to SRS-2, "
Precaution for Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER"".
• Set vehicle to the straight-ahead position and c onfirm steering wheel is in the neutral position.
• Loosen outer socket lock nut and turn inner socket to left and right equally to make fine adjustments if steer-
ing wheel is not in the neutral position.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level and dry surface, set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Check steering wheel turning force when steering wheel has
been turned 360 ° from neutral position using Tool as shown.
4. If steering wheel turning force is out of the specification, refer to STC-27, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE
Steering wheel axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)
Steering wheel play : 0 - 35 mm (0 - 1.38 in)
Tool number : — (J-44372)
Steering wheel
turning force : Less than 36 N (3.7 kg-f, 8.2 lb-f)
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