Pinpoint Test G: Air Conditioning System Noise Tests
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- G1: AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM NOISE TEST 1
- Reproduce the reported air conditioning system noise
Is the noise present only when the air conditioning system to operating?
- G2: AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM NOISE TEST 2
- Check the installation of the air conditioning pipes:
- Check that all brackets are present and secure
- Check for foul conditions
Is the noise caused by a problem with the air conditioning pipe installation?
- Yes : Rectify as necessary. Re-test the system
- No: GO to G3.
- Check the installation of the air conditioning pipes:
- G3: AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM NOISE TEST 3
- Set the air conditioning to on and check assess the duration of the noise
Does the noise occur for a short period immediately after setting the air conditioning to on?
- Yes : Refer to the relevant section of the service information and install a new thermostatic expansion valve. Re-test the system
- No: GO to G4.
- G4: AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM NOISE TEST 4
- Using the manufacturer approved equipment, recover the refrigerant
Was the weight of the recovered refrigerant different than specified for the air conditioning system?
- Yes : Using the manufacturer approved equipment, evacuate and recharge the air conditioning system with the correct quantity of refrigerant and oil
- No : GO to PINPOINT TEST C .
- G5: AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM NOISE TEST 5
- Assess the source of the noise
Is the noise caused by the air conditioning compressor (bearing, contact between rotating and fixed components)?
- Yes : Refer to the relevant section of the service information and install a new air conditioning compressor
- No : No further action