NO.25 A/C DOES NOT CUT OFF UNDER WIDE OPEN THROTTLE CONDITIONS [WL-C, WE-C]


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A/C DOES NOT CUT OFF UNDER WIDE OPEN THROTTLE CONDITIONS

DESCRIPTION
•  A/C compressor magnetic clutch does not disengage under a wide open throttle.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
•  Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor malfunction
•  Loosely installed APP sensor

Diagnostic Procedure

STEP

INSPECTION

RESULTS

ACTION

1
Does the A/C compressor disengage when the A/C switch is turned off?
Yes
Go to the next step.
No
Go to symptom troubleshooting “NO.24 A/C ALWAYS ON OR A/C COMPRESSOR RUNS CONTINUOUSLY”.
2
Perform the self-test function using the M-MDS.
Turn the engine switch to the ON position (Engine off).
Retrieve any DTCs.
Are any DTCs displayed?
Yes
DTC is displayed:
Go to the appropriate DTC test.
Communication error message is displayed:
Inspect the following:
•  Open circuit between main relay and PCM terminal 201, 203, 205
•  Open circuit main relay and PCM terminal 219
•  Main relay stuck open.
•  Open or poor ground circuit (PCM terminal 202, 204, 206)
•  Poor connection to vehicle body ground
No
No DTC is displayed:
Inspect APP sensor.
3
Verify test results.
•  If normal, return to the diagnostic index to service any additional symptoms.
•  If the malfunction remains, inspect the related Service Information and perform repair or diagnosis.
―  If the vehicle is repaired, troubleshooting completed.
―  If the vehicle is not repaired or additional diagnostic information is not available, reprogram the PCM if later calibration is available. Retest.