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DTC B1422-00: A/C Inverter Load Malfunction [08/2023 - ]: Procedure

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  1. PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING GTS 
    1. Perform the Active Test according to the display on the GTS.

      Powertrain > Engine > Active Test 

      Tester Display Measurement Item Control Range Restrict Condition
      Control the Engine Cooling Fan Duty Ratio Control the cooling fan 0 to 100% Perform this test when vehicle is stopped.

      Powertrain > Engine > Active Test 

      Tester Display
      Control the Engine Cooling Fan Duty Ratio

      OK

      Electric cooling fan operates smoothly.

      Result

      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    Result: 

    NG 

    GO TO COOLING FAN SYSTEM. Refer to  ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION [10/2022 - ] 

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  2

  2. CHECK REFRIGERANT PRESSURE 

    Pre-procedure1

    • Install a manifold gauge set.

      HINT: 

      Refer to ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION [10/2022 - ]

    • Prepare the vehicle according to the table below.

      Measurement Condition

      Item Condition
      Doors Fully open
      A/C Switch On
      Recirculation/fresh Control Switch Recirculation
      Set Temperature MAX COLD
      Blower Speed HI
      Air Conditioning Air Inlet Temperature 25 to 35°C (77 to 95°F)
    • Read the manifold gauge pressure.

      Standard Pressure

      Item Specified Condition Result
      High pressure side 1630 to 1830 kPa
      16.6 to 18.7 kgf/cm2
      236 to 265 psi
      kPa
      kgf/cm2
      psi
      Low pressure side 150 to 250 kPa
      1.5 to 2.5 kgf/cm2
      22 to 36 psi
      kPa
      kgf/cm2
      psi

      Result

      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    Post-procedure1

    • None

    Result: 

    OK 

    REPLACE COMPRESSOR WITH MOTOR ASSEMBLY. Refer to  REMOVAL [08/2023 - ] 

    Result: 

    NG 

    CHARGE REFRIGERANT. Refer to  REPLACEMENT [08/2023 - ]