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Circuit Description

This diagnostic test monitors the ECT sensor for a high engine temperature condition. If a high engine temperature condition exists it will either disable A/C compressor if engaged or not allow compressor operation if requested during the high engine temperature condition. After the diagnostic test fails and is set current it uses a lower temperature cutoff point to ensure that the A/C system won't be a load on the cooling system during conditions of high engine temperature.

Conditions for Running the DTC

DTCs P0117, P0118 not set.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    •  A/C Compressor operation requested by HVAC controller.
    •  Coolant temperature is greater than 125°C (257°F).
    •  DTC P1536 not current.
        OR
    •  A/C Compressor operation requested or not requested by HVAC controller.
    •  Coolant temperature greater than 120°C (248°F).
    •  DTC P1536 current.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

A/C compressor is disengaged.

    •  The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.
    •  The PCM will command a message to be displayed.
    •  The PCM may record operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. This information will be stored in the Failure Records.

Conditions for Clearing the Message/DTC

    •  The PCM will turn the message OFF after one run and pass of the diagnostic test.
    •  A History DTC will clear after forty consecutive warm-up cycles with no failures of any non-emission related diagnostic test.
    •  A Last Test Failed (current) DTC will clear when the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
    • Use a scan tool to clear DTCs.
    • Interrupting PCM battery voltage may or may not clear DTCs. This practice is not recommended. Refer to Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes in Powertrain Control Module Description .

Diagnostic Aids

This DTC is associated with an overheating/low coolant level condition. Refer to Engine Cooling for diagnosis.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

2

Connect the scan tool.

Are DTCs P0116, P0117 or P1114 also set?

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Go to DTCs that are set

Refer to Diagnostic Aids