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Test Description

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  1. 2:  This test resets HVAC control module and checks for current air temperature actuator DTC.
  2. 8:  This checks for proper operation of coolant system to insure heater output.
Too Cold in Vehicle

Step Action Values Yes No
Schematic Reference: HVAC Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: HVAC Connector End Views 
DEFINITION: The temperature cannot be adjusted or the heating is insufficient.
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? - Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2 
  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Recalibrate the motors. Refer to Re-Calibrating Actuators .
  4. With a scan tool, observe the current DTC list for the Instrument Panel Module.
Does the scan tool display DTC B0249, B0409, B0419 or B0269?		 - Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information Go to Step 3 
3 Place the blower motor switch in each speed position.
Does the blower motor operate in any speed position?		 - Go to Step 4  Go to Blower Motor Inoperative 
4 Does the blower motor operate at the desired speeds? - Go to Step 5  Go to Blower Motor Malfunction 
5
  1. Place the blower motor switch in the maximum speed position.
  2. Place the mode controls in the bi-level position.
  3. Alternately, place the recirculation switch in the outside air and recirculation positions.
Does the recirculation door move from the recirculation position to the ambient air position?		 - Go to Step 6  Go to Air Delivery Improper 
6 Place the passenger temperature switch in the OFF position.
Does the Too Cold in Vehicle concern occur when heating or defrosting is desired?		 - Go to Step 7  Go to Step 9 
7
  1. Start the engine.
  2. Place the HVAC control module in the OFF position.
Does the air conditioning (A/C) compressor operate?		 - Go to HVAC Compressor Clutch Does Not Disengage  Go to Step 8 
8  Inspect the cooling system for the following conditions:
  • A low coolant level
  • A loose or worn accessory drive belt
  • A leaking radiator hose or heater hose
  • A kinked radiator hose or heater hose
  • A missing radiator cap pressure seal
  • A leaking radiator cap

Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 26  Go to Step 9 
9 Inspect the upper left, upper right, lower left and lower right air temperature sensors for the following conditions:
  • An obstruction to the airflow
  • A damaged or a missing seal in the sensor
  • Misaligned air ducts
  • A misaligned sensor

Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 26  Go to Step 10 
10
  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Inspect for airflow through the inside air temperature assembly by placing a 5 cm (2 in) square piece of paper over the sensor air inlet.
Does the paper stay in place?		 - Go to Step 11  Go to Step 14 
11
  1. Install a thermometer near the upper left, upper right, lower left and lower right air sensors and the inside air temperature assembly.
  2. With a scan tool, observe the following data parameters in the Instrument Panel Module data list:
    • Left AC Duct Temp.
    • Left Htr. Duct Temp.
    • Right AC Duct Temp.
    • Right Htr. Duct Temp.
    • Inside Air Temp.
Does the scan tool indicate that the sensor temperatures are within the specification at the thermometer temperatures?		 -3 to +3°C (-5 to +5°F) Go to Step 12  Go to Step 17 
12
  1. Turn the engine OFF.
  2. Install a scan tool.
  3. Cover the sunload sensor.
  4. Start the engine.
  5. Place the driver side temperature to 22°C (72°F).
  6. With a scan tool, observe the Solar Sensor data parameter in the Instrument Panel Module data list.
Does the scan tool indicate that the solar sensor parameter is greater than the specified value?		 224 Counts Go to Step 13  Go to Step 19 
13
  1. Uncover the sunload sensor.
  2. Direct a light source at the sunload sensor.
Do the counts change?		 - System OK Go to Step 19 
14
  1. Disconnect the inside air temperature assembly.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Connect a test lamp between the ignition 3 circuit of the inside air temperature assembly and the inside air temperature assembly control circuit of the inside air temperature assembly.
Does the test lamp illuminate?		 - Go to Step 18  Go to Step 15 
15 Test the ignition 3 voltage circuit of the inside air temperature assembly for a high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 26  Go to Step 16 
16 Test the inside air temperature assembly control circuit of the inside air temperature assembly for a short to voltage, a high resistance or and open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 26  Go to Step 20 
17 Test the suspect temperature sensor resistance. Refer to Sensor Resistance Table .
Does the resistance measure near the Sensor Resistance Table?		 - Go to Step 21  Go to Step 18 
18 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the suspect air temperature sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 26  Go to Step 22 
19 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the sunload sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 26  Go to Step 23 
20 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the dash integration module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 26  Go to Step 24 
21 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the HVAC control module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?		 - Go to Step 26  Go to Step 25 
22 Replace the appropriate temperature sensor. Refer to the following procedures:
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 26  -
23 Replace the sunload sensor. Refer to Sun Load Sensor Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 26  -
24 Replace the dash integration module. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 26  -
25 Replace the HVAC control module. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?		 - Go to Step 26  -
26 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?		 - System OK Go to Step 3 
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