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Diagnostic procedure

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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

STEP INSPECTION ACTION
1 Connect WDS or equivalent to DLC-2.
Turn ignition switch to ON position (Engine off).
Retrieve any DTCs.
Are there any DTCs displayed?
Yes DTC is displayed: 
Go to appropriate DTC test.
No No DTC is displayed: 
Go to the next step.
2 Start engine and idle it.
Turn A/C switch on.
Remove A/C relay.
Does A/C magnetic clutch disengage?
Yes Inspect for the following:
  • A/C relay is stuck closed.
  • Short to GND circuit between A/C relay and PCM terminal 1I

If both items okay, go to the next step.
No Inspect if circuit between A/C relay and magnetic clutch shorts to battery power circuit.
If circuit is okay, inspect magnetic clutch for stuck engagement or clearance.
3 Disconnect refrigerant pressure switch connector.
Start engine and turn A/C switch on.
NOTE:
  • A/C should not work when disconnecting connector. If A/C remains working, short to GND circuit may be present.

Does A/C remain working?
Yes Inspect for short to GND circuit between refrigerant pressure switch and PCM terminal 1AU
No Go to the next step.
4 Reconnect refrigerant pressure switch connector.
Turn off A/C switch.
NOTE:
  • A/C should not work when turning A/C switch off. If A/C remains working, short to GND circuit may be present.

Does A/C remain working?
Yes Inspect following:
  • Short to GND circuit between A/C switch and A/C amplifier
  • Short to GND circuit between A/C amplifier and refrigerant pressure switch
No Inspect whether A/C switch is stuck closed.
5 Verify test results.
  • If okay, return to diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
  • If malfunction remains, inspect related Service Bulletins and/or On-line Repair Information and perform repair or diagnosis.
    • If vehicle is repaired, troubleshooting completed.
    • If vehicle is not repaired or additional diagnostic information is not available, reprogram PCM if later calibration is available. Retest.