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Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. The test lamp should illuminate while trying to command the appropriate mode door in both directions.

    2.

  2. Two ignition 3 voltage circuits supply the HVAC control module. Test the ignition 3 voltage circuit that does not supply the blower motor switch.

    3.

  3. Check the connection by removing and securely reinstalling before replacement of the HVAC control is considered.

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: HVAC Schematics

Connector End View Reference: HVAC Connector End Views

DEFINITION: Air does not flow correctly from the air distribution outlets.

1

Did you perform the HVAC Diagnostic System Check?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - HVAC Systems - Manual

2
  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Place the blower motor switch in the OFF position.

Is the blower motor OFF?

Go to Step 3

Go to Blower Motor Always On

3

Place the blower motor switch in each speed position.

Does the blower motor operate in any speed position?

Go to Step 4

Go to Blower Motor Inoperative

4

Does the blower motor operate in each speed position?

Go to Step 5

Go to Blower Motor Malfunction

5

Are all of the HVAC control module controls except for the blower motor inoperative?

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 6

6
  1. Place the blower motor switch in the maximum speed position.
  2. Place the mode switch in the vent position.
  3. Place the recirculation switch in the ON position.
  4. Observe the recirculation door.
  5. Place the outside air switch in the ON position.

Does the recirculation door move from the recirculation to the outside air position?

Go to Step 7

Go to Air Recirculation Malfunction

7
  1. Place the blower motor switch in the maximum speed position.
  2. Place the mode switch in each mode position.

Does air flow sufficiently from the proper air distribution outlets for each selected mode position?

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 8

8

Inspect the air delivery system for the following conditions:

    • A dirty HVAC air filter, if applicable
    • An obstruction to the airflow
    • Air leaks
    • Misaligned air ducts

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 9

9

Inspect the appropriate mode door and the mode actuator for the following conditions:

    • A misaligned mode actuator
        Refer to Mode Actuator Replacement .
    • Broken or binding linkages or mode door
    • An obstruction that prevents the mode actuator from operating within the full range of motion
    • Missing seals to the mode door
    • Misaligned seals to the mode door

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 10

10

Test the position signal circuit of the appropriate mode actuator for an open or for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 11

11

Test the low reference circuit of the appropriate mode actuator for an open or for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 12

12

Test the 5 volt reference circuit of the appropriate mode actuator for an open or for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 13

13

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Reconnect the appropriate mode actuator.
  3. Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.
  4. Connect a test lamp between mode door control A and mode door control B circuits of the appropriate mode actuator connector.
  5. Place the mode switch in the Defrost position.
  6. Place the mode switch in the Panel position.

Does the test lamp illuminate in both positions?

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 14

14

Test the mode door control A and mode door control B circuits of the appropriate mode actuator for an open, a high resistance, a short to ground, or a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 18

15

Test the ignition 3 voltage circuit of the HVAC control module for an open or for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 16

16

Test the ground circuit of the HVAC control module for an open or for a high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 18

17

Inspect for bad connections at the harness connector of the appropriate mode actuator. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 19

18

Inspect for bad connections at the harness connector of the HVAC control module. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 21

Go to Step 20

19

Replace the appropriate mode actuator. Refer to Mode Actuator Replacement or Defroster Valve Actuator Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 21

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20

Replace the HVAC Control module. Refer to HVAC Control Module Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 21

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21

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 8