CHECK MODE PROCEDURE
REFRIGERANT SHORTAGE CHECK IN NORMAL OPERATION (CHECK A/C SWITCH INDICATOR AND DTC)
(a) Start the engine.
(b) Check that the A/C switch indicator remains on when the following conditions are met.
*a | A/C Switch (Multi-display) |
Item | Condition |
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A/C switch | On |
A/C operation time | 15 minutes or more |
Ambient temperature* | 0 to 49°C (32 to 120°F) |
Engine coolant temperature | 45°C (113°F) or more |
*: If the ambient temperature is not within the range shown, do not perform this check.
HINT:
The A/C switch indicator and air conditioning system turn off if the amount of refrigerant in the system is insufficient.
(c) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(d) Check for DTC B14B8.
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Result | Amount of Refrigerant | Corrective Action |
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DTC B14B8 is output | Empty or nearly empty | Check for refrigerant leaks using a halogen leak detector, and repair if necessary. Click here |
DTC B14B8 is not output | Correct or insufficient | Perform a refrigerant shortage check using the Techstream. |
REFRIGERANT SHORTAGE CHECK USING TECHSTREAM
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Start the engine.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Utility / Refrigerant Gas Volume Check.
Body Electrical > Air Conditioner > Utility Tester Display |
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Refrigerant Gas Volume Check |
(e) According to the display on the Techstream, perform the refrigerant shortage check when the following conditions are met.
Measurement Condition: Item | Condition |
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A/C switch | On |
Ambient temperature* | 0 to 49°C (32 to 120°F) |
Blower speed | HI |
*: If the ambient temperature is not within the range shown, do not perform this check.
HINT:
Result | Amount of Refrigerant | Corrective Action |
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Refrigerant shortage | Insufficient or leakage |
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Refrigerant correct | Correct | - |
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