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Pinpoint Test Q: The Air Conditioning (A/C) Is Always On - A/C Mode Always Commanded On

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  1. Q1 CHECK THE AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH STATUS (AC_SEL_SW) HVAC PID WITH THE A/C OFF 
    • Key in ON position.
    • Press the OFF manual override button on the HVAC module.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: AC_SEL_SW HVAC PID
    • Does the AC_SEL_SW HVAC PID read NOT PRESSED? 
    1. YES  : Go to  Q3.
    2. NO  : Go to  Q2.
  2. Q2 CHECK HVAC MODULE CONNECTION 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new HVAC module. REFER to CLIMATE CONTROL article. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. TEST the system for normal operation.
  3. Q3 CHECK PCM CONNECTION 
    • Clear the DTCs.
    • Disconnect all of the PCM connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion.
      • pushed-out pins.
      • incorrectly seated connector.
    • Connect and correctly seat all of the PCM connectors.
    • Operate the system.
    • Does the concern return? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new PCM. TEST the system for normal operation.
    2. NO  : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.
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