7. Check Actuators

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Refer to the following chart and Fig 1 to confirm discharge air flow, air temperature, blower motor voltage and compressor operation.

Fig 1: Discharge Air Flow

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

ACTUATOR TEST VALUES

Actuator

Mode door position

VENT

B/L 1

B/L 2

FOOT⁽¹⁾

D/F

DEF

Intake door position

REC

20%FRE

FRE

Air mix door position

FULL COLD

FULL HOT

Blower motor voltage (approx.)

5.25V

12.70V

8.75V

12.70V

Compressor

OFF

⁽¹⁾	^* 1: FOOT position during automatic control. Refer to , "AUXILIARY MECHANISM: FOOT POSITION SETTING TRIMMER ".

NOTE: Checks must be made visually, by listening to any noise, or by touching air outlets with your hand, etc. for improper operation.

OK or NG

OK, GO TO 8.
NG,
- Air outlet does not change.
  Go to Mode Door Motor Circuit "Mode Door Motor Circuit ".
- Intake door does not change.
  Go to Intake Door Motor Circuit "Intake Door Motor Circuit ".
- Blower motor operation is malfunctioning.
  Go to Blower Motor Circuit "Blower Motor Circuit ".
- Magnet clutch does not engage.
  Go to Magnet Clutch Circuit "Magnet Clutch Circuit ".
- Discharge air temperature does not change.
  Go to Air Mix Door Motor Circuit "Air Mix Door Motor Circuit ".