Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptor
DTC B3933 06: Air Conditioning (A/C) Evaporator Temperature Sensor Circuit Short to Ground or OpenDiagnostic Fault Information
Circuit | Short to Ground | Open/High Resistance | Short to Voltage | Signal Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Evaporator Temperature Sensor Signal | B3933 06 | B3933 06 | B3933 06 | -- |
Low Reference | -- | B3933 06 | B3933 06 | -- |
Circuit Description
The HVAC control module supplies the evaporator air temperature sensor with a low reference circuit and 5-volt signal circuit. The HVAC control module determines the voltage drop across the sensor, which is proportional to temperature. As the air temperature increases, the sensor resistance decreases and the voltage signal decreases. As the air temperature decreases, the sensor resistance increases and the voltage signal increases.
Conditions for Running the DTC
Ignition ON.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The HVAC control module detects the evaporator air temperature sensor signal circuit is less than -36°C (-38°F) or more than 215°C (419°F) for more than 15 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The driver information center (DIC) will display SERVICE A/C SYSTEM. |
| • | The air conditioning (A/C) compressor will be disabled. |
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. |
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Connector End View Reference
Description and Operation
Automatic HVAC Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
Ignition ON, observe the scan tool A/C Evaporator Temperature Sensor parameter. The reading should be between -35°C (-39°F) and 98°C (208°F) and change with evaporator temperature changes.
Circuit/System Testing
Important: If the evaporator air temperature sensor has an out of range condition caused by a short to voltage, short to ground, or an open/high resistance, the scan tool will display the same value: 11°C (51°F).
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the evaporator temperature sensor.
- Ignition OFF, test for less than 10 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal 2 and ground.
- Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the low reference circuit terminal 2 and the signal circuit terminal 1.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the evaporator air temperature sensor.
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the HVAC control module. |
| ⇒ | If less than the specified voltage, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the HVAC control module. |
| ⇒ | If greater than the specified voltage, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the HVAC control module. |
Component Testing
- Test the evaporator air temperature sensor by varying the sensor temperature while monitoring the sensor resistance.
- Compare the readings with the Temperature VS Resistance table Sensor Resistance Table and verify that the resistance is within 5 percent of the specification.
| ⇒ | If not within the specified range, replace the sensor. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control Module References for HVAC control module replacement, setup, and programming
