Circuit Description
The HVAC control module monitors the ambient light on the vehicle via a light sensitive photodiode which is called a sunload sensor. The HVAC control module uses this information to compensate for the effect of the sun on the inside air temperature of the vehicle. When the sunload sensor is in direct sunlight, the signal voltage is low. When the sunload sensor is shaded, the signal voltage is high. The HVAC control module requests A/C compressor clutch engagement and controls the air temperature actuator door positions in order to maintain the selected air temperature.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The ignition is turned ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The HVAC control module detects the signal circuit is less than 0.09 volts or greater than 4.90 volts.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
The system will default and assume no solar load is present.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The DTC will become history if the HVAC control module no longer detects a failure. |
| • | The history DTC will clear after 50 fault free ignition cycles. |
| • | The DTC can be cleared with a scan tool. |
Diagnostic Aids
If condition not present refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.
Test Description
The number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the diagnostic table.
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Tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the high voltage range.
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Tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the low voltage range. If the fuse in the jumper opens when you perform this test, the signal circuit is shorted to voltage.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Schematic Reference: HVAC Schematics | ||||
1 | Did you perform the HVAC Diagnostic System Check? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
2 |
Does the scan tool indicate that the Sun Load Sensor parameter is within the specified range? | 0.09-4.90 V | Go to Diagnostic Aids | Go to Step 3 |
Does the scan tool indicate that the Sun Load Sensor parameter is greater than the specified value? | 4.90 V | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 | |
Does the scan tool indicate that the Sun Load Sensor parameter is less than the specified value? | 0.09 V | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 6 | |
5 | Test the signal circuit of the sunload sensor for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
6 | Test the signal circuit of the sunload sensor for a short to voltage, a high resistance, or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Test the low reference circuit of the sunload sensor for a high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 9 |
8 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the sunload sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 10 |
9 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the HVAC control module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 11 |
10 | Replace the sunload sensor. Refer to Sun Load Sensor Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 12 | -- |
11 | Replace the HVAC control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 12 | -- |
12 |
Does the DTC reset? | -- | Go to Step 2 | System OK |
