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Test Description

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The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. 2:  These actions will disable the HVAC control module output to powertrain control module (PCM).
HVAC Compressor Clutch Does Not Disengage

Step Action Yes No
Schematic Reference: HVAC Schematics 
Connector End View Reference: HVAC Connector End Views 
DEFINITION: The A/C compressor clutch will not disengage when an A/C request has not been made and a Powertrain DTC has not been set.
1 Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
2 
  1. Start the engine.
  2. Turn OFF the HVAC controls.
  3. Place the A/C request switch in the OFF position.
Does the A/C compressor clutch engage?		 Go to Step 3  Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
3
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Probe the supply voltage circuit of the A/C compressor clutch with a test lamp that is connected to ground.
Does the test lamp illuminate?		 Go to Step 4  Go to Step 8 
4 Test the supply voltage circuit of the A/C compressor clutch for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?		 Go to Step 13  Go to Step 5 
5
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch relay.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Connect a test lamp between the control circuit and the ignition 3 voltage circuit of the A/C compressor clutch relay.
Does the test lamp illuminate?		 Go to Step 6  Go to Step 7 
6 Test the control circuit of the A/C compressor clutch relay for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?		 Go to Step 13  Go to Step 9 
7 Inspect for poor connections at the A/C compressor clutch relay. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?		 Go to Step 13  Go to Step 10 
8 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the A/C compressor clutch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?		 Go to Step 13  Go to Step 11 
9 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?		 Go to Step 13  Go to Step 12 
10 Replace the A/C compressor clutch relay.
Did you complete the replacement?		 Go to Step 13  -
11 Replace the A/C compressor clutch. Refer to Compressor Clutch Plate/Hub Assembly Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?		 Go to Step 13  -
12 Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?		 Go to Step 13  -
13 Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?		 System OK Go to Step 3 
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