Refer to
A/C Relay and A/C Request Signal
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Circuit Description
The A/C refrigerant pressure sensor responds to changes in A/C refrigerant high side pressure. This input indicates how much load the A/C compressor is putting on the engine. The PCM uses this input in order to determine the Idle Air Control (IAC) position for idle speed. The PCM supplies the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor with a 5V reference and a ground circuit. A signal voltage is sent back to the PCM by the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor which is proportional to the A/C pressure. The operating range of the sensor is between 0 and 459 psi. At 0 psi the signal voltage will read between 0.20 V varying to 5.0 V at 459 psi or above.
Conditions For Setting The DTC
The A/C refrigerant sensor pressure is greater than 453 psi (4.90 V) with the A/C requested.
OR
The A/C refrigerant sensor pressure is greater than 363 psi (4.0 V) with the A/C not requested
OR
The A/C refrigerant pressure sensor is less than 0 psi (0.10V) when the intake air temperature is greater than 0°C (32°F) and DTC P0112 or P0113 is not set.
Any of the above conditions are met for 15 seconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The Failure Records buffers stores this information. |
| • | The PCM stores a history DTC. |
| • | The PCM disables the A/C compressor clutch. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A History DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm up cycles without a fault. |
| • | Use a scan tool to clear the DTCs. |
Diagnostic Aids
| • | An intermittent DTC P0530 set along with a DTC P1406 indicates that the ground circuit is shorting to the 5 volt reference circuit. When this happens, the EGR Actual Position on the scan tool displays an incorrect value. Check the wiring harness for being rubbed through and shorting together or for a faulty A/C refrigerant pressure sensor. |
| • | The DTC P0530 sets when the signal voltage falls outside the normal possible range of the sensor of the sensor. If the actual pressure of the A/C system matches the scan tool readings, repair any A/C pressure problems before using this table. Refer to Section 1B of the appropriate manual. |
| • | Thoroughly check for any circuitry that is suspected of causing the intermittent complaint for the following conditions: |
| - | Backed out terminals |
| - | Improper mating |
| - | Broken Locks |
| - | Improperly formed or damaged terminals |
| - | Poor terminal to wiring connections |
| - | Physical damage to the wiring harness |
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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The Powertrain OBD System Check prompts the technician to complete some basic checks and store the Freeze Frame Data and the Failure Records on the scan tool if applicable. This creates an electronic copy of the data taken when the fault occurs. Refer to this information on the scan tool later.
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If an ECT or a TP sensor DTC is set, the faulty circuit is diagnosed in these tables. Refer to the appropriate table.
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An open or poor connection in a shared sensor ground circuit will causes other DTCs to set. If no other DTCs set, the fault must exist between the sensor and the circuit splice.
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This step determines if the low voltage signal was from the sensor or the signal circuit. Jumping the signal circuit to the 5 volt reference checks the circuits, connections, and the PCM.
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An open in a shared 5 volt reference circuit can cause other DTCs to set. If no other DTCs were set, the circuit must be open between the sensor and the circuit splice.
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Before replacing the PCM, check the terminals for improper mating, broken locks, or physical damage to the wiring harness. Reprogram the replacement PCM. Refer to the latest Techline information for programming procedures.
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If you have not found any faults at this point and no additional DTCs were set, refer to the Diagnostic aids for additional checks and information.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Was the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check performed? | -- | |||
Were any ECT or TP DTCs also set? | -- | Go to The Applicable DTC Table | ||
3 | Does the A/C Highside value read greater than the specified value? | 4.0 V (363 psi | ||
4 | Disconnect the A/C pressure sensor electrical connector. Does the A/C Highside value read less than the specified value? | 1.0 V (76 psi) | ||
5 | Is the A/C high side value less than the specified value? | 0.20 V (0 psi) | ||
6 | With a DVM connected to the B+, probe the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor ground circuit. Does the DVM measure the specified voltage? | B+ | ||
7 |
Does the DVM measure near the specified value? | 5.0 V | ||
8 |
Does the A/C compressor clutch remain engaged? | -- | ||
9 | Replace the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor. Refer to Section 1B of the Appropriate Service Manual. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
Repair the open or the poor connection in the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor ground circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Engine Electrical. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | ||
11 | Was the voltage measured on the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor signal circuit greater than the specified value? | 4.0-6.0 V | ||
Jumper the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor 5 volt reference and signal terminals together. Does the scan tool A/C Highside value read greater than the specified value? | 4.6 V (421 psi) | |||
Repair the open or poor connection in the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor 5 volt reference circuit. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | ||
14 |
Does the test lamp illuminate? | -- | ||
Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | ||
16 |
Was a repair necessary? | -- | ||
17 |
Was a repair necessary? | -- | ||
18 | With a DVM connected to the B+, probe the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor signal circuit. Does the DVM read greater than the specified value? | 0.5 V | ||
19 |
Was a repair necessary? | -- | ||
20 | Did the A/C clutch disengage when the relay was removed? | -- | ||
21 |
Was a repair necessary? | -- | ||
22 |
Was a repair necessary? | -- | ||
23 | Replace the A/C compressor clutch relay. Refer to Section 1B of the appropriate manual. Is the action complete? | -- | ||
24 | Check for a short to B+ in the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor signal circuit or for a faulty A/C compressor clutch. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
25 |
Does the scan tool indicate that this diagnostic ran and passed? | 90°- 95° C | ||
Check if any additional DTCs are set. Are any DTCs displayed that have not been diagnosed? | -- | Go to the Applicable DTC Table | System OK Refer to Diagnostic Aids |
