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Check Actuator Operation

Preparation tool: 

Circuit tester 

  1. Check the actuator operation when battery voltage is applied between the terminals of air mix door actuator.
    CAUTION: Disconnect the battery immediately after the actuator stops operation. Otherwise, the motor may be damaged.
    Terminal No. Inspection conditions Operating position Connection diagram
    6 (+) - 7 (-) Connect battery to the terminals
    • Driver's seat: COOL
    • Passenger's seat: HOT
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    7 (+) - 6 (-)
    • Driver's seat: HOT
    • Passenger's seat: COOL
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  2. Check the resistance between terminals of the air mix door actuator.
    Terminal No. Inspection conditions Standard Connection diagram
    1 - 3 Always 4.2 - 7.8 Ω
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  3. Connect the air mix door actuator connector, turn the ignition switch to ON and check the voltage between terminals of the air mix door actuator.
    • Driver's seat
      Terminal No. Inspection conditions Standard Connection diagram
      5 (+) - 3 (-) HOT Approx. 1.0 V
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      COOL Approx. 4.0 V
    • Passenger's seat
      Terminal No. Inspection conditions Standard Connection diagram
      5 (+) - 1 (-) HOT Approx. 1.0 V
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      COOL Approx. 4.0 V
  4. Replace the air mix door actuator if it is found defective.