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Fault Code 0898

Fault code 0898

Activation of air-conditioning compressor

Diagnostic conditions
- Engine on
- Engine speed > 2,000 rpm

Possible causes of fault
- Short circuit to B+
- Open circuit/short circuit to ground
- Electrical fault in electric circuit
- Air-conditioning compressor faulty
- Front air-conditioning system regulator control module faulty

Affected pins
Air-conditioning system regulator control module, front: Plug E:
- Pin 4 'Externally-controlled compressor'
- Pin 11 'Externally-controlled compressor (freewheel-diode compressor)'

Diagnosis/troubleshooting