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AN HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 24-1 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING TABLE OF CONTENTS page HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING DESCRIPTION...1 OPERATION...1 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING...1 A/C PERFORMANCE...1 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HEATER PERFORMANCE....5 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING DESCRIPTION - COOLING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS To maintain the performance level of the HVAC system, the engine cooling system must be properly maintained. The use of a bug screen is not recommended. Any obstructions in front of the radiator or condenser will reduce the performance of the air conditioning and engine cooling systems. The engine cooling system includes the heater core and the heater hoses. Refer to Cooling for more information before the opening of, or attempting any service to the engine cooling system. DESCRIPTION - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM SERVICE PORTS The two refrigerant system service ports are used to charge, recover/recycle, evacuate, and test the air conditioning refrigerant system. Unique service port coupler sizes are used on the R-134a system, to ensure that the refrigerant system is not accidentally contaminated by the use of the wrong refrigerant (R-12), or refrigerant system service equipment. OPERATION - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM SERVICE PORTS The high pressure service port is located on the liquid line between the condenser and the evaporator, near the front of the engine compartment. The low pressure service port is located on the compressor manifold, directly over the suction port of the compressor, for 5.9L Engine. It is on the suction line between the compressor and the evaporator for the 4.7L engine. Each of the service ports has a threaded plastic protective cap installed over it from the factory. After page STANDARD PROCEDURE...7 REFRIGERANT SYSTEM SERVICE EQUIPMENT....7 SPECIFICATIONS...8 CONTROLS...9 DISTRIBUTION...25 PLUMBING...31 servicing the refrigerant system, always reinstall both of the service port caps. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - A/C PERFORMANCE The air conditioning system is designed to provide the passenger compartment with low temperature and low humidity air. The evaporator, located in the HVAC housing on the dash panel below the instrument panel, is cooled to temperatures near the freezing point. As warm damp air passes through the cooled evaporator, the air transfers its heat to the refrigerant in the evaporator tubes and the moisture in the air condenses on the evaporator fins. During periods of high heat and humidity, an air conditioning system will be more effective in the recirculation mode (Max-A/C). With the system in the recirculation mode, only air from the passenger compartment passes through the evaporator. As the passenger compartment air dehumidifies, the air conditioning system performance levels improve. Humidity has an important bearing on the temperature of the air delivered to the interior of the vehicle. It is important to understand the effect that humidity has on the performance of the air conditioning system. When humidity is high, the evaporator has to perform a double duty. It must lower the air temperature, and it must lower the temperature of the moisture in the air that condenses on the evaporator fins. Condensing the moisture in the air transfers heat energy into the evaporator fins and tubing. This reduces the amount of heat the evaporator can absorb from the air. High humidity greatly reduces the ability of the evaporator to lower the temperature of the air. However, evaporator capacity used to reduce the amount of moisture in the air is not wasted. Wringing some of the moisture out of the air entering the vehicle adds to the comfort of the passengers. Although, an owner may expect too much from their

24-2 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING AN HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING (Continued) air conditioning system on humid days. A performance test is the best way to determine whether the system is performing up to standard. This test also provides valuable clues as to the possible cause of trouble with the air conditioning system. Before proceeding, (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - WARNING) and (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/ PLUMBING - CAUTION). The air temperature in the test room and in the vehicle must be a minimum of 21 C (70 F) for this test. Also the fin probe (located in the evaporator of the HVAC unit) must be a minimum of 65 for this test as well. (1) Connect a tachometer and a manifold gauge set. (2) Set the a/c heater control to the recirculation mode (Max-A/C) position, the temperature control knob in the full cool position, and the blower motor switch knob in the highest speed position. (3) Start the engine and hold the idle at 1,000 rpm with the compressor clutch engaged. If the compressor does not engage, see the A/C Diagnosis chart in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. (4) The engine should be at operating temperature. The doors and windows must be closed. (5) Insert a thermometer in the driver side center A/C (panel) outlet. Operate the a/c system until it stabslizes. (6) With the compressor clutch engaged, record the discharge air temperature, the condenser out pressure (high side), and the compressor inlet pressure (low side). The compressor clutch may cycle, depending upon the ambient temperature and humidity. If the clutch cycles, use the readings obtained before the clutch disengaged. (7) Compare the discharge air temperature reading to the Performance Temperature and Pressure chart. If the temperature reading is high, clamp off both heater hoses (inlet and outlet), wait five minutes and record the temperature again. Compare the second reading to the Performance Temperature and Pressure chart. If the temperature reading is now OK, see A/C Diagnosis chart for normal pressures. Or see A/C Performance Test if air temperatures are too high, (8) Compare the discharge (high side) and suction (low side) pressure readings to the Performance Temperature and Pressure chart. If the pressures are abnormal, see (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CON- DITIONING/PLUMBING - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST- ING - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM LEAKS) and (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMB- ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM CHARGE). Performance Temperature and Pressure Ambient Air Temperature Maximum Allowable Air Temperature at Center Panel Outlet Compressor Inlet Pressure at Service Port (Low Side) Condensor Out Pressure at Service Port (High Side) 21 C (70 F) 7 C (45 F) 138 to 207 kpa (20 to 30 psi) 1034 to 1724 kpa (150 to 250 psi) 27 C (80 F) 7 C (45 F) 172 to 241 kpa (25 to 35 psi) 1379 to 2068 kpa (200 to 300 psi) 32 C (90 F) 13 C (55 F) 207 to 276 kpa (30 to 40 psi) 1724 to 2413 kpa (250 to 350 psi) 38 C (100 F) 13 C (55 F) 241 to 310 kpa (35 to 45 psi) 1999 to 2689 kpa (290 to 390 psi) 43 C (110 F) 18 C (64 F) 276 to 345 kpa (40 to 50 psi) 2413 to 2965 kpa (350 to 430 psi) (9) Compare the compressor discharge and suction (evaporator inlet) pressure readings to the Performance Temperature and Pressure chart. If the compressor discharge pressure or suction pressure is not normal, see the Pressure Diagnosis chart.

AN HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 24-3 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING (Continued) A/C Diagnosis Condition Possible Causes Correction Rapid compressor clutch cycling (ten or more cycles per minute). Equal pressures, but the compressor clutch does not engage. 1. Low refrigerant system charge. 1. See Refrigerant System Leaks in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. Test the refrigerant system for leaks. Repair, evacuate and charge the refrigerant system, if required. 2. Faulty Evaporator. 2. See Evaporator Temperature Sensor in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. Test the Evaporator Temperature Sensor. 3. Faulty Powertrain Control Module (PCM) 4. Faulty Pressure Transducer 5. Faulty Loss of Charge Pressure Switch 1. No refrigerant in the refrigerant system. 3. Refer to the proper Diagnosis Procedurers manual for testing of the PCM. Test the PCM and replace, if required. 4. See Pressure Transducer Diagnosis and Testing in this section. 5. See Loss of Charge Pressure Switch Diagnosis and Testing in this section 1. (Refer to Plumbing/Diagnosis and Testing - Refrigerant System Leaks) in this group. Test the refrigerant system for leaks. Repair, evacuate and charge the refrigerant system, if required. 2. Faulty fuse. 2. Check the fuses in the Power Distribution Center and the junction block. Repair the shorted circuit or component and replace the fuses, if required. 3. Faulty a/c compressor clutch coil. 4. Faulty a/c compressor clutch relay. 5. Faulty evaporator temperature sensor. 6. Faulty loss of charge pressure switch. 7. Faulty Power Train Control Module. 8. Faulty pressure transducer. 3. (Refer to Controls/A/C Compressor Clutch Coil/Diagnosis and Testing) in this group. Test the compressor clutch coil and replace, if required. 4. (Refer to Controls/A/C Compressor Clutch Relay/Diagnosis and Testing) in this group. Test the compressor clutch relay and relay circuits. Repair the circuits or replace the relay, if required. 5. (Refer to Controls/A/C Low Pressure Switch/Diagnosis and Testing) in this group. Test the a/c low pressure switch and tighten or replace, if required. 6. (Refer to Controls/A/C Pressure Transducer/ Diagnosis and Testing) in this group. Test the a/c pressure transducer and replace, if required. 7. (Refer to Appropriate Diagnostic Information) for testing of the PCM. Test the PCM and replace, if required. 8. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing Faulty Pressure Transducer in the section. 9. Faulty heater-a/c control. 9. Refer to Faulty heater-a/c Control in this section.

24-4 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING AN HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING (Continued) A/C Diagnosis Condition Possible Causes Correction Normal pressures, but A/C Performance Test air temperatures at center panel outlet are too high. The low side pressure is normal or slightly low, and the high side pressure is too low. The low side pressure is normal or slightly high, and the high side pressure is too high. 1. Excessive refrigerant oil in system. 2. Blend door actuator inoperative or faulty. 3. Blend door inoperative or sealing improperly. 1. (Refer to Plumbing/Refrigerant Oil/Standard Procedure/Refrigerant Oil Level) in this group. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system and inspect the refrigerant oil content. Restore the refrigerant oil to the proper level, if required. 2. Check the Blend Door Actuator operation. Replace as required. 3. (Refer to Distribution/Blend Door/Removal/ Installation) in this group. Inspect the blend door for proper operation and sealing and correct, if required. 4. Faulty evaporator. 4. Refer to evaporator section. 1. Low refrigerant system charge. 2. Refrigerant flow through the accumulator is restricted. 3. Refrigerant flow through the a/c evaporator is restricted. 1. (Refer to Plumbing/Diagnosis and Testing - Refrigerant System Leaks) in this group. Test the refrigerant system for leaks. Repair, evacuate and charge the refrigerant system, if required. 2. (Refer to Plumbing/Accumulator/Removal/ Installation in this group. Replace the restricted accumulator, if required. 3. (Refer to Plumbing/A/C Evaporator/Removal/ Installation in this group. Replace the restricted a/c orator, if required. 4. Faulty a/c compressor. 4. (Refer to Plumbing/A/C Compressor/Removal/ Installation in this group. Replace the a/c compressor, if required. 1. A/C condenser air flow restricted. 1. Check the a/c condenser for damaged fins, foreign objects obstructing air flow through the condenser fins, and missing or improperly installed air seals. Refer to Cooling for more information on air seals. Clean, repair, or replace components as required. 2. Inoperative cooling fan. 2. Refer to Cooling for more information. Test the cooling fan and replace, if required. 3. Refrigerant system overcharged. 4. Air in the refrigerant system. 3. (Refer to Plumbing/Standard Procedure - igerant System Charge) in this group. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system. Charge the refrigerant system to the proper level, if required. 4. (Refer to Plumbing/Diagnosis and Testing - Refrigerant System Leaks) in this group. Test the refrigerant system for leaks. Repair, evacuate and charge the refrigerant system, if required. 5. Engine overheating. 5. Refer to Cooling for more information. Test the cooling system and repair, if required. 6. Faulty orifice tube. 6. Refer to orifice tube section.

AN HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 24-5 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING (Continued) A/C Diagnosis Condition Possible Causes Correction The low side pressure is too high, and the high side pressure is too low. The low side pressure is too low, and the high side pressure is too high. 1. Accessory drive belt slipping. 2. A/C orifice tube not installed. 1. Refer to Cooling for more information. Inspect the accessory drive belt condition and tension. Tighten or replace the accessory drive belt, if required. 2. (Refer to Plumbing/A/C Orifice Tube) in this group. Install the missing fixed orifice tube, if required. 3. Faulty a/c compressor. 3. (Refer to Plumbing/A/C Compressor/Removal/ Installation in this group. Replace the compressor, if required. 1. Restricted refrigerant flow through the refrigerant lines. 2. Restricted refrigerant flow through the a/c orifice tube. 3. Restricted refrigerant flow through the a/c condenser. 1. (Refer to Plumbing/Caution - Refrigerant Hoses/Lines/Tubes Precaution) in this group. Inspect the refrigerant lines for kinks, tight bends or improper routing. Correct the routing or replace the refrigerant line, if required. 2. (Refer to Plumbing/A/C Orifice Tube) in this group. Replace the restricted fixed orifice tube, if required. 3. (Refer to Plumbing/A/C Condenser) in this group. Replace the restricted a/c condenser, if required. 4. Restricted Filter Drier. 4. See Filter-Drier in the Removal and Installation section of the group. Replace the restricted Filter-Drier, if required. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HEATER PERFORMANCE Before performing the following tests, refer to Group 7 Cooling System for the procedures to check the engine coolant level and flow, engine coolant reserve/recovery system operation, accessory drive belt condition and tension, radiator air flow and the fan drive operation. normal operating temperature, set the temperature control knob in the full hot position, the mode control switch knob in the floor position, and the blower motor switch knob in the highest speed position. Using a test thermometer, check the temperature of the air being discharged at the HVAC housing floor outlets. Compare the test thermometer reading to the Temperature Reference Chart. MAXIMUM HEATER OUTPUT Engine coolant is delivered to the heater core through two heater hoses. With the engine idling at Temperature Reference Ambient Air Temperature Minimum Air Temperature at Floor Outlet 15.5 C (60 F) 52.2 C (126 F) 21.1 C (70 F) 56.1 C (133 F) 26.6 C (80 F) 59.4 C (139 F) 32.2 C (90 F) 62.2 C (144 F)

24-6 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING AN HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING (Continued) If the floor outlet air temperature is too low, refer to Cooling to check the engine coolant temperature specifications. Both of the heater hoses should be hot to the touch. The coolant return heater hose should be slightly cooler than the coolant supply heater hose. If the return hose is much cooler than the supply hose, locate and repair the engine coolant flow obstruction in the cooling system. Refer to Cooling for the procedures. OBSTRUCTED COOLANT FLOW Possible locations or causes of obstructed coolant flow: Faulty water pump. Faulty thermostat. Pinched or kinked heater hoses. Improper heater hose routing. Plugged heater hoses or supply and return ports at the cooling system connections. A plugged heater core. If proper coolant flow through the cooling system is verified, and heater outlet air temperature is still low, a mechanical problem may exist. MECHANICAL PROBLEMS Possible locations or causes of insufficient heat: A faulty blower system. A faulty heater-a/c control. An obstructed cowl air intake. Obstructed heater system outlets. A faulty, obstructed or improperly installed blend-air door or actuator. TEMPERATURE CONTROL If the heater outlet air temperature cannot be adjusted with the temperature control knob on the a/c heater control panel, the following could require service: The a/c heater control. A faulty blend door actuator. The blend door. Improper engine coolant temperature. Obstructed cowl air intake. Heater Diagnosis CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION INSUFFICIENT HEATER OUTPUT. 1. Incorrect engine coolant level. 2. Air trapped in engine cooling system. 3. Incorrect engine coolant temperature. 4. Blend air door actuator not operating properly. 5. Blend-air door not operating properly. 6. Insufficient air flow through heater housing. 7. Improper blower motor operation. 8. Improper electric coolant pump operation. 1. Check the engine coolant level. Refer to Group 7 - Cooling System for the procedures. 2. Check the operation of the coolant reserve/recovery system. Refer to Group 7 - Cooling System for the procedures. 3. Check the performance and operation of the engine cooling system including: thermostat, water pump, fan drive, accessory drive belt, coolant flow (plugged radiator or heater core, plugged or kinked coolant hoses), air flow (missing or improperly installed radiator air seals or fan shroud). Refer to Group 7 - Cooling System for the procedures. 4. See Blend Door Actuator in the Removal and Installation and in the Adjustments sections of this group. 5. Check for a damaged, obstructed or improperly installed blend-air door or seals. See Heater-A/C Housing Door in the Removal and Installation section of this group. 6. Remove foreign material or obstructions from cowl air intake. 7. See Blower Motor in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. 8. See electric coolant pump section of this group.

AN HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 24-7 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING (Continued) STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM SERVICE EQUIPMENT WARNING: EYE PROTECTION MUST BE WORN WHEN SERVICING AN AIR CONDITIONING REFRIG- ERANT SYSTEM. TURN OFF (ROTATE CLOCKWISE) ALL VALVES ON THE EQUIPMENT BEING USED, BEFORE CONNECTING TO OR DISCONNECTING FROM THE REFRIGERANT SYSTEM. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN PER- SONAL INJURY. When servicing the air conditioning system, a R-134a refrigerant recovery/recycling/charging station that meets SAE Standard J2210 must be used. Contact PSE or an automotive service equipment supplier for refrigerant recovery/recycling/charging equipment. Refer to the operating instructions supplied by the equipment manufacturer for the proper care and use of this equipment. A manifold gauge set may be needed with some recovery/recycling/charging equipment (Fig. 1). The service hoses on the gauge set being used should have manual (turn wheel), or automatic back-flow valves at the service port connector ends. This will prevent refrigerant from being released into the atmosphere. MANIFOLD GAUGE SET CONNECTIONS CAUTION: Do not use an R-12 manifold gauge set on an R-134a system. The refrigerants are not compatible and system damage will result. LOW PRESSURE GAUGE HOSE The low pressure hose (Blue with Black stripe) attaches to the suction service port. This port is located on the compressor manifold, directly over the suction port of the compressor. HIGH PRESSURE GAUGE HOSE The high pressure hose (Red with Black stripe) attaches to the discharge service port. This port is Fig. 1 Manifold Gauge Set - Typical 1 - HIGH PRESSURE GAUGE 2 - VALVE 3 - VACUUM/REFRIGERANT HOSE (YELLOW W/BLACK STRIPE) 4 - HIGH PRESSURE HOSE (RED W/BLACK STRIPE) 5 - LOW PRESSURE HOSE (BLUE W/BLACK STRIPE) 6 - VALVE 7 - LOW PRESSURE GAUGE located on the liquid line between the condenser and the evaporator, near the front of the engine compartment. RECOVERY/RECYCLING/EVACUATION/CHARGING HOSE The center manifold hose (Yellow, or White, with Black stripe) is used to recover, evacuate, and charge the refrigerant system. When the low or high pressure valves on the manifold gauge set are opened, the refrigerant in the system will escape through this hose.

24-8 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING AN HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING (Continued) SPECIFICATIONS A/C APPLICATION TABLE Item Description Notes VEHICLE AN Dakota SYSTEM R134a w/ fixed orifice tube 0.057 orifice tube COMPRESSOR Sanden SD7H15 SP-20 PAG oil Freeze up Control Loss of refrigerent charge Pressure transducer CONTROL HEAD Mode Door Blend Door Recirculation Door 2-wire evaporator temperature sensor a/c low pressure switch opens < 7-13 psi - resets > 15-25 psi 450 psi (cut-out) 290 psi (cut-in) manual type and electric electric electric electric accumulator mounted Liquid line mounted Item Description Notes Blower Motor hardwired to control head credit card resistor block COOLING FAN V-6 & V-8 electrical/ mechanical cooling fan module, I-4 (2.5) electric fan Relay CLUTCH Electromagnetic Control relay PCM Draw 2.0-3.9 amps ± 0.5V @ 70 F @12V Gap 0.016-0.031 DRB III Reads TPS, RPM, A/C stransducer pressure Actuators clutch relay (fan relay 2.5 only), actuator doors SPECIFICATIONS TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION N m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs. Compressor Mounting 41 30 363 Bolts Intermediate Shaft 13.5 10 120 Coupler Pinch Bolt H-block Retaining Bolts 18 13 159 Refrigerant Lines at 23 17 200 ±30 Compressor Condenser Mounting Bolts 10.7 8 95 Low Pressure Cycling Switch: Hand Tighten Only n/a n/a n/a

AN CONTROLS 24-9 CONTROLS TABLE OF CONTENTS page A/C COMPRESSOR HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE DESCRIPTION...9 OPERATION....10 A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH DESCRIPTION...10 OPERATION....10 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING...10 A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH COIL...10 STANDARD PROCEDURE...11 A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH BREAK-IN...11 REMOVAL...11 INSPECTION...12 INSTALLATION....12 A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH RELAY DESCRIPTION...14 OPERATION....14 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING...14 A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH RELAY...14 REMOVAL...15 INSTALLATION....15 A/C HEATER CONTROL DESCRIPTION...15 OPERATION....15 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING...16 HEATER-A/C CONTROL....16 REMOVAL...16 INSTALLATION....16 A/C LOSS OF CHARGE SWITCH DESCRIPTION...16 OPERATION....16 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING...16 LOSS OF CHARGE SWITCH...16 REMOVAL...17 INSTALLATION....17 A/C PRESSURE TRANSDUCER DESCRIPTION...17 OPERATION....17 A/C COMPRESSOR HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE DESCRIPTION A high pressure relief valve is located on the compressor cylinder head, which is at the rear of the page DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING...17 A/C PRESSURE TRANSDUCER...17 REMOVAL...18 INSTALLATION....18 AMBIENT TEMP SENSOR DESCRIPTION...18 OPERATION....18 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING...18 AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR...18 REMOVAL...19 INSTALLATION....19 BLEND DOOR ACTUATOR DESCRIPTION...19 OPERATION....19 REMOVAL...20 INSTALLATION....20 BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK DESCRIPTION...20 OPERATION....20 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING...21 BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR BLOCK...21 REMOVAL...21 INSTALLATION....21 BLOWER MOTOR SWITCH DESCRIPTION...21 OPERATION....21 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING...21 BLOWER MOTOR SWITCH...21 MODE DOOR ACTUATOR DESCRIPTION...22 OPERATION....22 REMOVAL...22 INSTALLATION....23 RECIRCULATION DOOR ACTUATOR DESCRIPTION...23 OPERATION....23 REMOVAL...23 INSTALLATION....24 compressor. This mechanical valve is designed to vent refrigerant from the system to protect against damage to the compressor and other system components, caused by condenser air flow restriction or an overcharge of refrigerant.

24-10 CONTROLS AN A/C COMPRESSOR HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE (Continued) OPERATION The high pressure relief valve vents the system when a discharge pressure of 3445 to 4135 kpa (500 to 600 psi) or above is reached. The valve closes with a minimum discharge pressure of 2756 kpa (400 psi) is reached. The high pressure relief valve vents only enough refrigerant to reduce the system pressure, and then re-seats itself. The majority of the refrigerant is conserved in the system. If the valve vents refrigerant, it does not mean the valve is faulty. The high pressure relief valve is a factory-calibrated unit. The valve cannot be adjusted or repaired, and must not be removed or otherwise disturbed. The valve is only serviced as a part of the compressor assembly. A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH DESCRIPTION The compressor clutch assembly consists of a stationary electromagnetic coil, a hub bearing and pulley assembly, and a clutch plate (Fig. 1). The electromagnetic coil unit and the hub bearing and pulley assembly are each retained on the nose of the compressor front housing with snap rings. The clutch plate is mounted to the compressor shaft and secured with a nut. Fig. 1 COMPRESSOR CLUTCH - TYPICAL 1 - CLUTCH PLATE 2 - SHAFT KEY 3 - PULLEY 4 - COIL 5 - CLUTCH SHIMS 6 - SNAP RING 7 - SNAP RING OPERATION The compressor clutch assembly provides the means to engage and disengage the compressor from the engine serpentine accessory drive belt. When the clutch coil is energized, it magnetically draws the clutch into contact with the pulley and drives the compressor shaft. When the coil is not energized, the pulley freewheels on the clutch hub bearing, which is part of the pulley. The compressor clutch and coil are the only serviced parts on the compressor. The compressor clutch engagement is controlled by several components: the a/c heater mode control switch, the a/c loss of charge switch, the a/c pressure transducer, the compressor clutch relay, the evaporator temperature sensor and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The PCM may delay compressor clutch engagement for up to thirty seconds (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MOD- ULES/POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE - DESCRIPTION). DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH COIL For circuit descriptions and diagrams, (Refer to Appropriate Wiring Information). The battery must be fully-charged before performing the following tests (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/CHARGING - DIAGNO- SIS AND TESTING). (1) Connect an ammeter (0 to 10 ampere scale) in series with the clutch coil terminal. Use a voltmeter (0 to 20 volt scale) with clip-type leads for measuring the voltage across the battery and the compressor clutch coil. (2) With the a/c select button depressed, and the blower motor switch in the lowest speed position, start the engine and run it at normal idle. (3) The compressor clutch coil voltage should read within 0.2 volts of the battery voltage. If there is voltage at the clutch coil, but the reading is not within 0.2 volts of the battery voltage, test the clutch coil feed circuit for excessive voltage drop and repair as required. If there is no voltage reading at the clutch coil, use a DRB III scan tool and (Refer to Appropriate Diagnostic Information) for testing of the compressor clutch circuit. The following components must be checked and repaired as required before you can complete testing of the clutch coil: Fuses in the junction block and the Power Distribution Center (PDC) A/C Heater Control Compressor Clutch Relay A/C Pressure Transducer A/C Loss of Charge Pressure Switch Evaporator Temperature Sensor Powertrain Control Module (PCM) (4) The compressor clutch coil is acceptable if the current draw measured at the clutch coil is 2.0 to 3.9 amperes with the electrical system voltage at 11.5 to 12.5 volts. This should only be checked with the work area temperature at 21 C (70 F). If system voltage

AN CONTROLS 24-11 A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH (Continued) is more than 12.5 volts, add electrical loads by turning on electrical accessories until the system voltage drops below 12.5 volts. (a) If the clutch coil current reading is four amperes or more, the coil is shorted and should be replaced. (b) If the clutch coil current reading is zero, the coil is open and should be replaced. STANDARD PROCEDURE - A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH BREAK-IN After a new compressor clutch has been installed, cycle the compressor clutch approximately twenty times (five seconds on, then five seconds off). During this procedure, set the a/c heater control to the recirculation mode (Max-A/C), the blower motor switch to the highest speed position, and the engine speed at 1500 to 2000 rpm. This procedure (burnishing) will seat the opposing friction surfaces and provide a higher compressor clutch torque capability. REMOVAL The refrigerant system can remain fully-charged during compressor clutch, pulley, or coil replacement. The compressor clutch can be serviced in the vehicle. (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (2) Remove the serpentine drive belt. Refer to Cooling for the procedures. (3) Unplug the compressor clutch coil wire harness connector. (4) Insert the two pins of the spanner wrench (Special Tool 6462 in Kit 6460) into the holes of the clutch plate. Hold the clutch plate stationary and remove the hex nut (Fig. 2). Fig. 3 EXTERNAL SNAP RING REMOVE 1 - EXTERNAL SNAP RING (7) Install the lip of the rotor puller (Special Tool C-6141-1 in Kit 6460) into the snap ring groove exposed in Step 6, and install the shaft protector (Special Tool C-6141-2 in Kit 6460) (Fig. 4). Fig. 2 CLUTCH NUT REMOVE 1 - FRONT PLATE SPANNER (5) Remove the clutch plate and the clutch shims. (6) Remove the external front housing snap ring with snap ring pliers (Fig. 3). Fig. 4 SHAFT PROTECTOR AND PULLER 1 - PULLER SHAFT PROTECTOR 2-JAWS

24-12 CONTROLS AN A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH (Continued) (8) Install the puller through-bolts (Special Tool C-6461) through the puller flange and into the jaws of the rotor puller and tighten (Fig. 5). Turn the puller center bolt clockwise until the rotor pulley is free. 1 - CLIP Fig. 6 CLUTCH COIL LEAD WIRE HARNESS Fig. 5 INSTALL PULLER PLATE 1 - BOLT 2 - PULLER PLATE AND BOLT 3 - BOLT 4-JAWS (9) Remove the screw and retainer from the clutch coil lead wire harness on the compressor front housing (Fig. 6). (10) Remove the snap ring from the compressor hub and remove the clutch field coil (Fig. 7). Slide the clutch field coil off of the compressor hub. INSPECTION Examine the friction surfaces of the clutch pulley and the front plate for wear. The pulley and front plate should be replaced if there is excessive wear or scoring. If the friction surfaces are oily, inspect the shaft and nose area of the compressor for oil. Remove the felt from the front cover. If the felt is saturated with oil, the shaft seal is leaking and the compressor must be replaced. Check the clutch pulley bearing for roughness or excessive leakage of grease. Replace the bearing, if required. Fig. 7 CLUTCH FIELD COIL SNAP RING REMOVE 1 - FIELD COIL 2 - SNAP RING (2) Install the clutch coil lead wire harness retaining clip on the compressor front housing and tighten the retaining screw. INSTALLATION (1) Install the clutch field coil and snap ring.

AN CONTROLS 24-13 A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH (Continued) (3) Align the rotor assembly squarely on the front compressor housing hub. (4) Thread the handle (Special Tool 6464 in Kit 6460) into the driver (Special Tool 6143 in Kit 6460) (Fig. 8). a distinct change of sound during the tapping process, to indicate the bottoming of the rotor. (7) Install the external front rotor snap ring with snap ring pliers. The bevel side of the snap ring must be facing outward. Press the snap ring to make sure it is properly seated in the groove. CAUTION: If the snap ring is not fully seated in the groove it will vibrate out, resulting in a clutch failure and severe damage to the front housing of the compressor. (8) Install the original clutch shims on the compressor shaft. (9) Install the clutch plate. Use the shaft protector (Special Tool 6141-2 in Kit 6460) to install the clutch plate on the compressor shaft (Fig. 10). Tap the clutch plate over the compressor shaft until it has bottomed against the clutch shims. Listen for a distinct change of sound during the tapping process, to indicate the bottoming of the clutch plate. Fig. 8 ROTOR INSTALLER SET (5) Place the driver tool assembly into the bearing cavity on the rotor. Make certain the outer edge of the tool rests firmly on the rotor bearing inner race (Fig. 9). Fig. 9 ROTOR INSTALL (6) Tap the end of the driver while guiding the rotor to prevent binding. Tap until the rotor bottoms against the compressor front housing hub. Listen for Fig. 10 CLUTCH PLATE INSTALL (10) Replace the compressor shaft hex nut. Tighten the nut to 14.4 N m (10.5 ft. lbs.). (11) Check the clutch air gap with a feeler gauge (Fig. 11). If the air gap does not meet the specification, add or subtract shims as required. The air gap specification is 0.41 to 0.79 millimeter (0.016 to 0.031 inch). If the air gap is not consistent around the circumference of the clutch, lightly pry up at the minimum variations. Lightly tap down at the points of maximum variation.

24-14 CONTROLS AN A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH (Continued) NOTE: The air gap is determined by the spacer shims. When installing an original, or a new clutch assembly, try the original shims first. When installing a new clutch onto a compressor that previously did not have a clutch, use 1.0, 0.50, and 0.13 millimeter (0.040, 0.020, and 0.005 inch) shims from the clutch hardware package that is provided with the new clutch. 1 - FEELER GAUGE Fig. 11 CHECK CLUTCH AIR GAP The compressor clutch relay is located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) in the engine compartment. Refer to the PDC label for relay identification and location. The compressor clutch relay cannot be repaired and, if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH RELAY RELAY TEST The compressor clutch relay (Fig. 12) is located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). Refer to the PDC label for relay identification and location. Remove the relay from the PDC to perform the following tests: (1) A relay in the de-energized position should have continuity between terminals 87A and 30, and no continuity between terminals 87 and 30. If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, replace the faulty relay. (2) Resistance between terminals 85 and 86 (electromagnet) should be 75 ± 5 ohms. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, replace the faulty relay. (3) Connect a battery to terminals 85 and 86. There should now be continuity between terminals 30 and 87, and no continuity between terminals 87A and 30. If OK, see the Relay Circuit Test below. If not OK, replace the faulty relay. (12) To complete the procedure, (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/A/C COMPRESSOR - INSTALLATION). A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH RELAY DESCRIPTION The a/c compressor clutch relay is a International Standards Organization (ISO) micro-relay. The terminal designations and functions are the same as a conventional ISO relay. However, the micro-relay terminal orientation (footprint) is different, the current capacity is lower, and the relay case dimensions are smaller than those of the conventional ISO relay. OPERATION The compressor clutch relay is a electromechanical device that switches battery current to the compressor clutch coil when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) grounds the coil side of the relay. The PCM responds to inputs from the a/c heater control, the a/c loss of charge switch, the a/c pressure transducer and the evaporator fin probe. Fig. 12 COMPRESSOR CLUTCH RELAY TERMINAL LEGEND NUMBER IDENTIFICATION 30 COMMON FEED 85 COIL GROUND 86 COIL BATTERY 87 NORMALLY OPEN 87A NORMALLY CLOSED RELAY CIRCUIT TEST For circuit descriptions and diagrams, (Refer to Appropriate Wiring Information). (1) The relay common feed terminal cavity (30) is connected to fused battery feed. There should be bat-

AN CONTROLS 24-15 A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH RELAY (Continued) tery voltage at the cavity for relay terminal 30 at all times. If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the open circuit to the fuse in the PDC as required. (2) The relay normally closed terminal (87A) is not used in this application. Go to Step 3. (3) The relay normally open terminal cavity (87) is connected to the compressor clutch coil. There should be continuity between this cavity and the A/C compressor clutch relay output circuit cavity of the compressor clutch coil wire harness connector. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open circuit as required. (4) The relay coil battery terminal (86) is connected to the fused ignition switch output (run/start) circuit. There should be battery voltage at the cavity for relay terminal 86 with the ignition switch in the On position. If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the open circuit to the fuse in the junction block as required. (5) The coil ground terminal cavity (85) is switched to ground through the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). There should be continuity between this cavity and the A/C compressor clutch relay control circuit cavity of the PCM wire harness connector C (gray) at all times. If not OK, repair the open circuit as required. (3) Refer to the label on the PDC for compressor clutch relay identification and location. (4) Unplug the compressor clutch relay from the PDC. INSTALLATION (1) Install the compressor clutch relay by aligning the relay terminals with the cavities in the PDC and pushing the relay firmly into place. (2) Install the PDC cover. (3) Connect the battery negative cable. (4) Test the relay operation. A/C HEATER CONTROL DESCRIPTION The a/c heater control is a completely electronic control head (Fig. 14). The a/c heater system uses all electrical controls. These controls provide the vehicle operator with a number of setting options to help control the climate and comfort within the vehicle. Refer to the owner s manual in the vehicle glove box for more information on the features, use, and suggested operation of these controls. REMOVAL (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (2) Remove the cover from the Power Distribution Center (PDC) (Fig. 13). Fig. 14 A/C HEATER CONTROL 1 - BLOWER SPEED CONTROL KNOB 2 - TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB 3 - MODE CONTROL KNOB 4 - A/C SELECT BUTTON 5 - REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRROR SELECT BUTTON (optional) Fig. 13 POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER LOCATION 1 - CLIP 2 - BATTERY 3 - TRAY 4 - NEGATIVE CABLE 5 - POSITIVE CABLE 6 - CLIP 7 - FENDER INNER SHIELD 8 - POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER OPERATION The a/c heater control is located to the right of the instrument cluster on the instrument panel. The a/c heater control contains a rotary-type temperature control knob, a rotary-type mode control knob, a rotary-type blower motor speed knob, and push buttons for a/c compressor and rear window defogger/heated mirror operation (Fig. 14). The a/c heater control is fully electronic, contains the logic and control circuits for the HVAC system, and is on the J1850 data bus. The a/c heater control cannot be repaired. If faulty or damaged, the entire unit must be replaced. The

24-16 CONTROLS AN A/C HEATER CONTROL (Continued) illumination lamps are available for service replacement. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING- HEATER-A/C CONTROL Satisfactory heater and air conditioner performance depends upon proper operation and adjustment of all operating controls and refrigeration system components. For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to Air Conditioning/Heater in Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams. Use of the DRBIII is required for diagnosis and testing, follow instructions on DRBIII. REMOVAL FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (2) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument panel (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - REMOVAL). (3) Remove the screws that secure the a/c heater control to the cluster bezel (Fig. 15). Fig. 15 A/C HEATER CONTROL REMOVE/INSTAL 1 - HEATER A/C CONTROL ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR 2 - HEATER A/C CONTROL 3 - HEATER A/C CONTROL MOUNTING SCREW (4) Remove the a/c heater control from the cluster bezel. (5) Unplug the wire harness connectors from the back of the heater-a/c control. INSTALLATION (1) Plug the wire harness connector into the back of the heater-a/c control. (2) Position the a/c heater control in the instrument panel cluster bezel. (3) Install the fastener screws and tighten to 2.2 N m (17 ±3 in. lbs.). (4) Install the cluster bezel in the instrument panel (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION). (5) Connect the battery negative cable. (6) Perform A/C cool down test with DRB III. A/C LOSS OF CHARGE SWITCH DESCRIPTION The a/c loss of charge switch is located on the top of the accumulator. The switch is used to measure if refrigerant system pressure goes too low. It is not responsible for cycling the a/c compressor clutch. The switch is screwed onto an accumulator fitting that contains a Schrader-type valve, which allows the switch to be serviced without discharging the refrigerant system. The accumulator fitting is equipped with an O-ring to seal the switch connection. OPERATION The loss of charge switch is connected in series electrically with the Heater-A/C controls between ground and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The switch contacts open and close causing the PCM to turn the compressor clutch on and off. This prevents compressor operation when the system charge is low and prevents damage to the compressor. The switch opens with a pressure of 7 to 13 psi and closes when the pressure rises to 15 to 25 psi. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - LOSS OF CHARGE SWITCH Before performing diagnosis of the loss of charge switch, be certain that the switch is properly installed on the accumulator fitting. If the switch is too loose it may not open the Schrader-type valve in the accumulator fitting, which will prevent the switch from correctly monitoring the refrigerant system pressure. Remember that lower ambient temperatures during cold weather will open the switch contacts and prevent compressor operation due to the pressure/temperature relationship of the refrigerant.

AN CONTROLS 24-17 A/C LOSS OF CHARGE SWITCH (Continued) Also verify that the refrigerant system has the correct refrigerant charge (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PROCEDURE). For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to Air Conditioning/Heater in Wiring Diagrams. (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (2) Unplug the loss of charge switch wire harness connector from the switch on the accumulator fitting. (3) Install a jumper wire between the two cavities of the loss of charge switch wire harness connector. (4) Connect a manifold gauge set to the refrigerant system service ports (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING - DESCRIPTION). (5) Connect the battery negative cable. (6) Place the heater-a/c mode control switch knob in any A/C position and start the engine. (7) Check for continuity between the two terminals of the low pressure cycling clutch switch. There should be continuity with a suction pressure reading of 48 89 kpa (7 13 psi) or above, and no continuity with a suction pressure reading of 48 89 kpa (7 13 psi) or below. If OK, test and repair the A/C switch sense circuit as required. If not OK, replace the faulty switch. REMOVAL (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (2) Unplug the wire harness connector from the loss of charge switch on the top of the accumulator. (3) Unscrew the loss of charge switch from the fitting on the top of the accumulator. (4) Remove the O-ring seal from the accumulator fitting and discard. INSTALLATION (1) Lubricate a new O-ring seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it on the accumulator fitting. Use only the specified O-rings as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the compressor in the vehicle. (2) Install and tighten the loss of charge switch on the accumulator fitting. The switch should be handtightened onto the accumulator fitting. (3) Plug the wire harness connector into the loss of charge switch. (4) Connect the battery negative cable. A/C PRESSURE TRANSDUCER DESCRIPTION This vehicle is equipped with an a/c pressure transducer. This transducer is screwed onto a fitting on the liquid line between the condenser and the high side refrigerant system service port (Fig. 16). Fig. 16 A/C PRESSURE TRANSDUCER 1 - HIGH SIDE REFRIGERANT SYSTEM SERVICE PORT 2 - LIQUID LINE 3 - A/C PRESSURE TRANSDUCER OPERATION The main function of the a/c pressure transducer is to disengage the compressor clutch when the refrigerant system high pressures are too high. The PCM senses a voltage from the transducer and converts it to a pressure. Based on this pressure, the PCM will disengage the clutch at 460 psi and re-engage the clutch at 290 psi. The a/c heater control also uses the pressure value to operate the auto-recirculation function for improved a/c performance under extreme conditions. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - A/C PRESSURE TRANSDUCER Before performing diagnosis of the a/c pressure transducer switch, verify that the refrigerant system has the correct refrigerant charge. (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) For circuit descriptions and diagrams, (Refer to Appropriate Wiring Information in Group 8W). (1) Turn on engine and have a/c selected. (2) Using the DRBIII monitor and record the pressure value as it is sent out from the PCM.

24-18 CONTROLS AN A/C PRESSURE TRANSDUCER (Continued) (3) Connect the high side manifold gauge set to the fitting on the liquid line high side refrigerant system service port. (4) Compare the DRBIII pressure value to the manifold gauge set reading. The pressure reading from the DRBIII should be similar to the reading of the manifold gauge set value. (5) If not, replace the a/c pressure transducer. REMOVAL (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (2) Unplug the wire harness connector from the A/C pressure transducer, which is mounted to a fitting on the liquid line between the condenser and the high side service port. (3) Unscrew the A/C pressure transducer from the discharge line fitting. (4) Remove the A/C pressure transducer from the vehicle. (5) Remove the O-ring seal from the discharge line fitting and discard. INSTALLATION (1) Lubricate a new O-ring seal with clean refrigerant oil and install it on the discharge line fitting. Use only the specified O-rings as they are made of a special material for the R-134a system. Use only refrigerant oil of the type recommended for the compressor in the vehicle. (2) Install and tighten the A/C pressure transducer on the discharge line fitting. (3) Plug the wire harness connector into the A/C pressure transducer. (4) Connect the battery negative cable. AMBIENT TEMP SENSOR DESCRIPTION Ambient air temperature is monitored by the compass mini-trip computer module through the ambient temperature sensor. The ambient temperature sensor is a variable resistor mounted to a bracket that is secured with a screw to the right side of the radiator yoke, behind the radiator grille and in front of the engine compartment. For complete circuit diagrams (Refer to 8 - ELEC- TRICAL/WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). The ambient temperature sensor cannot be adjusted or repaired and, if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced. OPERATION The ambient temperature sensor is a variable resistor that operates on a five-volt reference signal sent to it by the HVAC control head unit. The resistance in the sensor changes as temperature changes, changing the temperature sensor signal circuit voltage to the HVAC control head unit. Based upon the resistance in the sensor, the HVAC control head unit senses a specific voltage on the temperature sensor signal circuit, which it is programmed to correspond to a specific temperature. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR The thermometer function is supported by the ambient temperature sensor, a wiring circuit, and a portion of the HVAC control. If any portion of the ambient temperature sensor circuit fails or if PCI Bus information is missing, a ( ) will appear in the display in place of the temperature, when the sensor is exposed to temperatures above 55 C (140 F), or if the sensor circuit is shorted. A ( ) will appear in the display in place of the temperature, when the sensor is exposed to temperatures below - 40 C (- 40 F), or if the sensor circuit is open. The ambient temperature sensor circuit can also be diagnosed using the following Sensor Test, and Sensor Circuit Test. If the temperature sensor and circuit are confirmed to be OK, but the temperature display is inoperative or incorrect, refer to Diagnosis and Testing the Compass Mini-Trip Computer in this section. For complete circuit diagrams, refer to Wiring Diagrams. SENSOR TEST (1) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor harness connector. (2) Measure the resistance of the ambient temperature sensor. At - 40 C (- 40 F), the sensor resistance is 336 kilohms. At 55 C (140 F), the sensor resistance is 2.488 kilohms. The sensor resistance should read between these two values. If OK, refer to Sensor Circuit Test in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. If not OK, replace the faulty ambient temperature sensor. SENSOR CIRCUIT TEST (1) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor wire harness connector and the HVAC control harness connector. (2) Connect a jumper wire between the two terminals in the body half of the ambient temperature sensor harness connector. (3) Check for continuity between the sensor return circuit and the ambient temperature sensor signal

AN CONTROLS 24-19 AMBIENT TEMP SENSOR (Continued) circuit cavities of the HVAC control harness connector. There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open sensor return circuit or ambient temperature sensor signal circuit to the ambient temperature sensor as required. (4) Check for continuity between the ambient temperature sensor signal circuit cavity of the HVAC control harness connector and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, refer to Diagnosis and Testing of the Compass Mini-Trip Computer in this section. If not OK, repair the shorted ambient temperature sensor signal circuit as required. REMOVAL (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (2) Locate the ambient temperature sensor, on the right side of the radiator yoke behind the grille (Fig. 17). Fig. 17 Ambient Temperature Sensor Remove/Install 1 - YOKE 2 - CONNECTOR 3 - SCREW 4 - SENSOR (3) Disconnect the wire harness connector from the ambient temperature sensor connector receptacle. (4) Remove the one screw that secures the ambient temperature sensor bracket to the radiator yoke. (5) Remove the ambient temperature sensor from the radiator yoke. INSTALLATION (1) Position the ambient temperature sensor onto the radiator yoke. (2) Install and tighten the one screw that secures the ambient temperature sensor bracket to the radiator yoke. Tighten the screw to 5.6 N m (50 in. lbs.). (3) Reconnect the wire harness connector to the ambient temperature sensor connector receptacle. (4) Reconnect the battery negative cable. BLEND DOOR ACTUATOR DESCRIPTION The blend door actuators are reversible, 12-volt Direct Current (DC), servo motors. Models with the single zone heater and air conditioner system have a single blend air door, which is controlled by a single blend door actuator. Models with the optional dual zone front heater and air conditioner system have dual blend air doors, which are controlled by two blend door actuators. The single zone blend door actuator is located on the driver side end of the heater-a/c housing unit, close to the dash panel. In the dual zone system, the same blend door actuator used for the single zone system becomes the passenger blend door actuator, and is mechanically connected to only the passenger side blend air door. In the dual zone system, a second separate blend door actuator is also located on the driver side end of the heater-a/c housing unit close to the instrument panel, and is mechanically connected to only the driver side blend air door. The blend door actuators are interchangeable with each other, as well as with the actuators for the mode door and the recirculation air door. Each actuator is contained within an identical black molded plastic housing with an integral wire connector receptacle. Two integral mounting tabs allow the actuator to be secured with two screws to the heater- A/C unit housing. Each actuator also has an identical output shaft with splines that connects it to the linkage that drives the proper blend air door. The blend door actuators do not require mechanical indexing to the blend door linkage, as they are electronically calibrated by the heater-a/c control module. The blend door actuators cannot be adjusted or repaired and, if damaged or faulty, they must be replaced. OPERATION Each blend door actuator is connected to the heater-a/c control module through the vehicle electrical system by a dedicated two-wire take out and connector of the HVAC wire harness. The blend door actuator can move the blend air door in two directions. When the heater-a/c control module pulls the voltage on one side of the motor connection high and the other connection low, the blend air door will move in one direction. When the module reverses the polarity