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PREPARATIONHA-11
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Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000009463917
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(J-39183-C)
Manifold gauge set (with hoses
and couplers) Identification:
• The gauge face indicates R-134a. Fitting size-Thread size
• 1/2”-16 ACME
Service hoses:
• High side hose (J-39500-72B)
• Low side hose (J-39500-72R)
• Utility hose
(J-39500-72Y) Hose color:
• Low side hose: Blue with black stripe
• High side hose: Red with black stripe
• Utility hose: Yellow with black stripe or green with black stripe
Hose fitting to gauge:
• 1/2”-16 ACME
Service couplers
• High side coupler (J-39500-20A)
• Low side coupler
(J-39500-24A) Hose fitting to service hose:
• M14 x 1.5 fitting is optional or perma- nently attached.
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(J-39699)
Refrigerant weight scale For measuring of refrigerant
Fitting size-Thread size
• 1/2”-16 ACME
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(J-39649)
Va c u u m p u m p
(Including the isolator valve) Capacity:
• Air displacement: 4 CFM
• Micron rating: 20 microns
• Oil capacity: 482 g (17 oz)
Fitting size-Thread size
• 1/2”-16 ACME
Tool number
(TechMate No.)
Tool name Description
RJIA0196E
S-NT201
S-NT202
S-NT200
S-NT203
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PREPARATION
(TechMate No.)
Tool name Description
(J-41810-NI)
Refrigerant identifier equipment (R-
134a) For checking refrigerant purity and
system contamination
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Power tool Loosening nuts, screws and bolts
RJIA0197E
PIIB1407E
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REFRIGERATION SYSTEMHA-13
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
Refrigerant CycleINFOID:0000000009463918
Refrigerant flow
Refrigerant Flow
The refrigerant from the compressor flows though the c ondenser with liquid tank, evaporator, and return to the
compressor. The refrigerant evaporation in the evaporator is controlled by an expansion valve.
Freeze Protection
To prevent evaporator from freezing up, the evaporator air temperature is monitored and the voltage signal to
the A/C auto amp. makes the A/C relay go OFF and stop the compressor.
Refrigerant System ProtectionINFOID:0000000009463919
Refrigerant pressure sensor
The refrigerant system is protected against excessively hi gh or low pressures by the refrigerant pressure sen-
sor, located on the condenser. If the system pressure rise s above or falls below the specifications, the refriger-
ant pressure sensor detects the pressure inside the refrigerant line and sends the voltage signal to the ECM.
The ECM then ceases to supply power to the A/C relay which disengages and stops the compressor when
pressure on the high pressure side (as detected by refr igerant pressure sensor) is over approximately 2,746
kPa (28 kg/cm
2, 398 psi), or below approximately 120 kPa (1.22 kg/cm2, 17.4 psi).
Pressure Relief Valve
1. Electric compressor 2. Pressure relief valve 3. Liquid tank
4. Refrigerant pressure sensor 5. Condenser 6. Expansion valve
7. Evaporator 8. Blower motor A. High-pressure gas
B. High-pressure liquid C. Low-pressure liquid D. Low-pressure gas
E. Suction port F. Discharge port G Outside air
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REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
The refrigerant system is also protected by a pressure relief valve, located in the rear head of the compressor.
When the pressure of refrigerant in the system increases to an abnormal level [more than 3,727 kPa (38 kg/
cm
2, 540 psi)], the release port on the pressure relief valve automatically opens and releases refrigerant into
the atmosphere.
Component Part LocationINFOID:0000000009463920
1. Low-pressure pipe 2. High-pressure pipe 3. High-pressure flexible hose
4. Condenser assembly 5. Compressor 6. Low-pressure flexible hose
7. Heating and cooling unit assembly Front
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOWHA-15
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BASIC INSPECTION
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
WorkflowINFOID:0000000009463921
OVERALL SEQUENCE
DETAILED FLOW
1.INTERVIEW CUSTOMER
Interview the customer to obtain as much informa tion as possible about the conditions and environment under
which the malfunction occurred.
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
>> GO TO 2.
2.SYMPTOM CHECK
Verify symptoms.
>> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK FOR DTCS
With CONSULT
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Select “Self Diagnostic Result” mode of “HVAC” using CONSULT.
3. Check DTC.
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 5.
4.PERFORM DTC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
Perform the diagnostic procedure for the detected DTC. Refer to HAC-30, "DTC Inspection Priority Chart"
.
>> GO TO 7.
5.OPERATION CHECK
Perform the operation check. Refer to HAC-48, "Work Procedure"
(automatic A/C) or HAC-140, "Work Proce-
dure" (manual A/C).
>> GO TO 6.
6.SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
Check the symptom diagnosis table. Refer to HA-17, "Symptom Table"
.
>> GO TO 8.
7.VERIFY REPAIR.
With CONSULT
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Select “Self Diagnostic Result” mode of “HVAC” using CONSULT.
3. Check DTC.
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 8.
8.PERFORM FINAL OPERATION CHECK
Perform the operation check. Refer to HAC-48, "Work Procedure"
(automatic A/C) or HAC-140, "Work Proce-
dure" (manual A/C).
Does it operate normally?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 2.
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HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
Symptom TableINFOID:0000000009463922
SYMPTOM TABLE
Symptom Reference Page
A/C system does not come on. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for A/C System. HAC-159
(manual A/C)
HAC-99
(automatic A/C)
A/C system cannot be controlled. Go to Self-diagnosis Function. HAC-139
(manual A/C)
HAC-46
(automatic A/C)
Air outlet does not change. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Mode Door
Motor. HAC-142
(manual A/C)
HAC-73
(automatic A/C)
Mode door motor is malfunctioning.
Discharge air temperature does not change.
Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Air Mix Door
Motor. HAC-144
(manual A/C)
HAC-69
(automatic A/C driver side)
HAC-71
(automatic A/C passen-
ger side)
Air mix door motor is malfunctioning.
Intake door does not change.
Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Intake Door
Motor. HAC-146
(manual A/C)
HAC-75
(automatic A/C)
Intake door motor is malfunctioning.
Blower motor operation is malfunctioning. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Blower Mo-
tor. HAC-148
(manual A/C)
HAC-84
(automatic A/C)
Magnet clutch does not engage. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Magnet
Clutch. HAC-151
(manual A/C)
HAC-87
(automatic A/C)
Insufficient cooling. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Insufficient
Cooling. HAC-155
(manual A/C)
HAC-96
(automatic A/C)
Insufficient heating. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Insufficient
Heating. HAC-157
(manual A/C)
HAC-98
(automatic A/C)
Noise. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Noise. HA-20
A/C switch LED does not illuminate. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for A/C System.HAC-152 (manual A/C)
HAC-83
(automatic A/C)
Mode button LED(s) does not illuminate. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for A/C System. HAC-152
(manual A/C)
HAC-83
(automatic A/C)
Both high- and low-pressure sides are too
high. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Abnormal
Pressure. HA-18
High-pressure side is too high and low-pres-
sure side is too low. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Abnormal
Pressure. HA-18
High-pressure side is too low and low-pres-
sure side is too high. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Abnormal
Pressure. HA-18
Both high- and low-pressure side some-
times becomes negative. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Abnormal
Pressure. HA-18
Low-pressure side sometimes becomes
negative. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Abnormal
Pressure. HA-18
Low-pressure side becomes negative.
Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Abnormal
Pressure. HA-18
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REFRIGERATION SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
Trouble Diagnosis For Unusual PressureINFOID:0000000009463923
Diagnose using a manifold gauge whenever system’s high and/or low side pressure(s) is/are unusual. The
marker above the gauge scale in the following tables indicates the standard (usual) pressure range. Refer to
above table (Ambient air temperature-to-operating pres sure table) since the standard (usual) pressure, how-
ever, differs from vehicle to vehicle.
Symptom TableINFOID:0000000009463924
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high and low pressure sides
are too high. The pressure returns to nor-
mal soon after sprinkling wa-
ter on condenser. Overfilled refrigerant. Collect all refrigerant, evacuate
refrigerant cycle again, and
then refill it with the specified
amount of refrigerant.
Air flow to condenser is insuf-
ficient. Insufficient condenser cooling
performance.
• Poor fan rotation of radiator and condenser.
• Improper installation of air
guide.
• Clogged or dirty condenser fins. • Repair or replace malfunc-
tioning parts.
• Clean and repair condenser
fins.
When compressor is stopped,
a high-pressure reading
quickly drops by approximate-
ly 196 kPa (2 kg/cm
2, 28 psi).
It then gradually decreases. Air mixed in refrigerant cycle.
Collect all refrigerant, evacuate
refrigerant cycle again, and
then refill it with the specified
amount of refrigerant.
• Low-pressure pipe is cooler than the outlet of evapora-
tor.
• Low-pressure pipe is frost- ed. Expansion valve opened too
much (excessive flow of refrig-
erant). Replace expansion valve.
High-pressure side is excessively
high and low-pressure side is too
low.
High-pressure pipe and upper
side of condenser become
hot, however, liquid tank does
not become so hot. Clogged or crushed high-pres-
sure pipe located between
compressor and condenser. Repair or replace the malfunc-
tioning parts.
High-pressure side is too low and
low-pressure side is too high. • The readings of both sides
become equal soon after
compressor operation
stops.
• There is no temperature dif- ference between high- and
low-pressure sides. Malfunction in compressor sys-
tem (insufficient compressor
pressure operation).
• Damage or breakage of
valve.
• Malfunctioning gaskets. Replace compressor.
AC359A
AC360A
AC356A
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