Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Symptom Table

Before replacing or repairing air conditioning components, first determine whether the malfunction is related to refrigerant charge, air flow, or the compressor. Use the table below to find the cause of the problem. The numbers indicate the priority of the probable cause of the problem. Check each part in order. If necessary, replace these parts. After the malfunction is repaired, check the entire system to make sure it operates satisfactorily. Standard:
Symptom Suspected Area
No Fan Operation Fan Fuse
Fan Relay
Blower motor
Power MOSFET
Fan Speed Switch
Wiring Harness
No Air Temperature Control Engine Coolant Level
Heater Control Unit
Compressor Does Not Operate Cooling Capacity
A/C Fuse
Compressor
A/C Pressure Sensor
A/C Switch
Evaporator Temperature Sensor
Wiring Harness
Vent Air Not Cold Cooling Capacity
Refrigerant Pressure
Drive Belt
Compressor
A/C Pressure Sensor
Evaporator Temperature Sensor
A/C Switch
Heater Control Unit
Wiring Harness
Insufficient Cooling Cooling Capacity
Drive Belt
Compressor
Condenser
Expansion Valve
Evaporator
Refrigerant Lines
A/C Pressure Sensor
Heater Control Unit
Engine Does Not Idle Well with A/C On Engine ECM
Wiring Harness
No Air Flow Control Heater Control Unit
No Mode Control Heater Control Unit
Mode Actuator
Cooling Fan Does Not Operate Cooling Fan Fuse
Blower motor
Engine ECM
Wiring Harness

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