engine ACURA CSX 2006 Service Repair Manual

21-98Climate Control
A/C System Noise Check (cont’d)
5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and check the
drive belt for excessive wear, oil contamination,
improper routing, or a faulty belt tensioner
(see page 4-30). Correct any problems found. Start
the engine, run the A/C system, and check if the
noise is coming from the drive belt, the belt
tensioner or any of the pulleys. Repair or replace
any faulty components.
6. Listen for noises coming from the A/C lines, the A/C hoses, the condenser, the evaporator, the receiver/
drier, or the expansion valve, and check these
items:
 Noises caused by A/C components touching other components or the body. Reroute or
insulate the A/C component(s) as needed, and
recheck for noise.
 Loose, damaged or excessively worn A/C components or mounting hardware. Repair or
replace the faulty component(s) or hardware, and
recheck for noise.
 A moaning noise coming from the A/C suction line. If there is a moaning noise, check the
system refrigerant charge (see page 21-92). If the
refrigerant charge is OK, replace the receiver/
dryer.
7. Check the operation of the A/C compressor clutch:  Make sure compressor clutch engages withoutslipping. If the clutch does not engage,
troubleshoot the A/C compressor clutch circuit
(see page 21-62). If the compressor clutch slips,
replace the complete clutch assembly (see page
21-86).
 Make sure the compressor clutch disengages. If the clutch does not disengage, do the A/C
compressor clutch check (see page 21-85). If the
compressor clutch is OK, replace the A/C
compressor (see page 21-83).
 Make sure the compressor clutch cycles normally. If the compressor clutch is cycling rapidly, the
A/C system is probably low on refrigerant due to
a leak. Do the refrigerant leak check (see page
21-93). If the refrigerant charge is OK, and there
are no leaks, troubleshoot the A/C compressor
clutch circuit. 8. Listen with a stethoscope for noises coming from
the A/C compressor, and check these items:
 The noise changes when the compressor clutch disengages. If the noise does not change when
the A/C compressor disengages, the noise may
be caused by an engine-related component.
Probe the engine area with a stethoscope to
pinpoint the noise.
 The A/C system operating pressures are normal. If the system pressures are abnormal,
troubleshoot the problem using the pressure test
table in the A/C system check (see page 21-99).
Correct the pressure-related problem(s), and
recheck for noise.
 The compressor hose connections, mounting brackets, and fasteners are in good condition. If
any of these components are loose, damaged, or
excessively worn, repair or replace the faulty
component(s), and recheck for noise. If these
components are in good condition, and the noise
is still present, replace the A/C compressor
(see page 21-83).
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Performance Test
21-99
A/C System Test
A
B
 Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor can irritate your eyes, nose, or throat.
 Be careful when connecting service equipment.
 Do not breathe refrigerant or vapor.
The performance test will help determine if the A/C
system is operating within specifications.
NOTE:  If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate the work area before resuming service.
 Additional health and safety information may be obtained from the refrigerant and lubricant
manufacturers.
1. Do the A/C system inspection (see page 21-6), and correct any problems found.
2. Connect an R-134a refrigerant recovery/recycling/ charging station to the high-pressure service port
and the low-pressure service port, following the
equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Determine the relative humidity and air temperature.
4. Open the glove box. Remove the glove box stop on each side, then let the glove box hang down
(see page 20-104).
5. Insert a thermometer (A) in the center vent. 6. Place a thermometer (B) near the blower unit’s
recirculation inlet duct.
7. Test conditions:  Move the vehicle out of direct sunlight and let itcool down to the surrounding (ambient)
temperature. If necessary, wash the vehicle to
cool it down more quickly.
 The ambient temperature must be at least 16 °C (60 °F).
 Open the hood.
 Open the front doors.
 Set the temperature control dial to Max Cool, the mode control switch to Vent, and the
recirculation control switch to Recirculate.
 Turn the A/C switch ON and the fan switch to Max.
 Hold the engine speed at 1,500 rpm.
 No driver or passengers in the vehicle.
8. Inspect the A/C components for the following conditions:
 A/C compressor clutch not engaged.
 Abnormal frost areas.
 Unusual noises.
If you observe any of these conditions, refer to the
Symptom Troubleshooting Index.
9. After running the air conditioning for 10 minutes under the above test conditions, read the delivery
temperature from the thermometer in the center
vent, the intake temperature near the blower unit,
and the discharge (high) and suction (low)
pressures on the A/C gauges.
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Pressure Test
Test results Related symptoms Probable causeRemedy
21-103






Suction and
discharge pressures
are normal
Warm air from the vents. The A/C system
contains too much
refrigerant oil.
The air mix door is
not operating
properly.Recover refrigerant (see page 21-90)
and evacuate the system (see page
21-91). Adjust the amount of oil in
the system, then recharge the
system (see page 21-92).
Check air mix door operation
(see page 21-72), and repair as
needed.
Suction and
discharge pressures
are roughly equal
and steady The suction and
discharge pressures
equalize when the engine
is revved. The A/C compressor
clutch or the drive
belt is slipping, or the
compressor shaft
seal is leaking.Check whether the A/C compressor
clutch or the drive belt is slipping.
If the drive belt is slipping, replace
the drive belt (see page 4-31). Also
inspect the drive belt auto-tensioner
(see page 4-31).
If the A/C compressor clutch is
slipping, replace it (see page 21-86).
Check the A/C compressor shaft seal.
If it’s leaking, replace the A/C
compressor (see page 21-83).
Suction and
discharge pressures
are roughly equal but
fluctuate Suction and discharge
pressures fluctuate while
running. Pressures
equalize as soon as the
A/C compressor
disengages. The compressor
discharge valve or
the compressor
gasket is faulty.
Replace the A/C compressor (see page
21-83).
Suction and
discharge pressures
are roughly equal
and abnormally low The suction and
discharge pressures do
not change during
continued operation. The A/C system is
undercharged.
Recover refrigerant (see page 21-90),
then do the refrigerant leak check
(see page 21-93). Repair any leaks,
then recharge the system (see page
21-92).
Suction and
discharge pressures
are abnormally high,
but normalize when
the condenser is
cooled The suction pressure
decreases when cool
water is sprayed on the
A/C condenser.
The A/C system is
overcharged.
Recover refrigerant (see page 21-90),
evacuate the system (see page 21-91),
and recharge the system to
specifications (see page 21-92).
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Test results Related symptoms Probable causeRemedy
21-104Climate Control
A/C System Test (cont’d)














Suction and
discharge pressures
are abnormally high,
and refrigerant line
temperatures are
abnormal
The high pressure
vapor line to the
condenser is too hot.
The low pressure liquid
line from the
expansion valve is not
cold.
There is an abrupt
temperature drop
along a refrigerant line,
or in the condenser or
evaporator.The A/C system
refrigerant flow is
restricted.
Replace the restricted line or
component.
Suction and
discharge pressures
are abnormally high,
but drop rapidly
when the
compressor
disengages After stopping the A/C
compressor, the
discharge pressure
quickly drops about
196 kPa (28 psi), then
falls gradually.
The input and output
temperatures at the
expansion valve are
not similar.There is excess air in
the A/C system.
Recover refrigerant (see page 21-90),
evacuate the system (see page 21-91),
and recharge the system (see page
21-92).
Suction and
discharge pressures
are abnormally high,
and there is little or
no airflow through
the A/C condenser The condenser
and/or radiator fins
are clogged.
The condenser fins
are damaged.
The condenser
and/or radiator
fans are not
working properly.Clean debris from the condenser
and/or radiator fins.
Comb the condenser fins to repair
any damage.
Troubleshoot the A/C condenser fan
and/or the radiator fan circuit(s).
The suction pressure
is high and the
discharge pressure is
low. Both pressures
are steady The liquid line
temperature is similar
on both sides of
expansion valve.
System pressures do
not vary at a steady
engine speed.The expansion valve
is stuck open.
Replace the expansion valve (see page
21-80).
The suction pressure
is low, the discharge
pressure is high, and
the refrigerant
temperature changes
abnormally
somewhere in the
system The high pressure
liquid line going into
the expansion valve is
cold.
There is an abrupt
temperature drop in
the line between the
compressor and the
condenser, or in the
line between the
condenser and the
expansion valve.The A/C system
refrigerant flow is
restricted.
Replace the restricted line or
component.
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Tips and Precautions
Before Troubleshooting
Handling Connectors
22-3
General Troubleshooting Information
A A A
A
1. Check applicable fuses in the appropriate fuse/relay box.
2. Check the battery for damage, state of charge, and clean and tight connections.
 Do not quick-charge a battery unless the battery ground cable has been
disconnected, otherwise you will damage
the alternator diodes.
 Do not attempt to crank the engine with the battery ground cable loosely
connected or you will s everely damage the
wiring.
 Make sure the connectors are clean and have no loose wire terminals.
 Make sure multiple cavity connectors are packed with dielectric grease (except watertight connectors).
 All connectors have push-down release type locks (A).  Some connectors have a clip on their side used to
attach them to a mount bracket on the body or on
another component. This clip has a pull type lock.
 Some mounted connectors cannot be disconnected unless you first release the lock and remove the
connector from its mount bracket (A).
 Never try to disconnect connectors by pulling on their wires; pull on the connector halves instead.
 Always reinstall plastic covers.
 Before connecting connectors, make sure the terminals (A) are in place and not bent.
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22-7
Relay and Control Unit Locations
Engine Compartment
ABS MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT
(’06-07 Touring and Premium models) or
VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT
(’07 TYPE S and ’08-09 models)
ECM/PCM
A/C CONDENSER FAN RELAY FAN CONTROL RELAY
BLOWER MOTOR RELAYPOWERMIRRORDEFOGGERRELAY
PGM-FI SUBRELAY
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER RELAY
IGNITION COIL RELAY
A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH RELAY
UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX
PGM-FI MAIN RELAY 1
(FI MAIN) RADIATOR FAN RELAY
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL
SYSTEM (ETCS) CONTROL RELAY
ELECTRICAL LOAD DETECTOR (ELD)
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Engine Compartment Dashboard Others (Floor, Door, Trunk, and Roof)Notes
22-13
Connectors and Harnesses
Connector Index
Identification numbers have been assigned to in-line connectors, junction connectors, and terminals. The number is preceded by the letter ‘‘C’’
for connectors, ‘‘G’’ for ground terminals, or ‘‘T’’ for non-ground terminals.
A/C wire harness C205, C504 (see page 22-56)
Battery ground cable ( ), G1 (see page 22-14)
Console subharness C551, C601, C603 (see page 22-57)
Dashboard wire harness
(View of driver’s side) C201, C202, C203, C501,
C502, C751, C752, C801
G501, G503(see page 22-28)
Dashboard wire harness
(View of middle section) C503, C506, C551
G504, G506(see page 22-30)
Dashboard wire harness
(View of passenger’s side) C504, C761, C762
G502, G505(see page 22-32)
Driver’s door subharness C754 (see page 22-46)
Driver’s door wire harness C751, C752 C753, C754 (see page 22-46)
Driver’s seat position sensor harness
(With seat heater) C602 (see page 22-52)
Driver’s seat position sensor harness
(Without seat heater) C602 (see page 22-53)
Driver’s seat wire harness C602, C604 (see page 22-52)
Engine compartment wire harness
(Left branch) C101, C102, C103
G301C201 through C205, C209
G401 (see page 22-22)
Engine compartment wire harness
(Right branch) C206, C207
G201, G202G402, G403 (see page 22-26)
Engine ground cable A T1, G2 (see page 22-14)
Engine ground cable B T2, G3 (see page 22-14)
Engine wire harness (A/T) C101, C103, C105, C106, C107
G101 (see page 22-16)
Engine wire harness (M/T) C101, C105, C106 G101 (see page 22-18)
Floor wire harness (Left branch) C204, C209, C501, C502, C506, C601, C603C602, C604, C701,
C702, C771
G601, G603(see page 22-34)
Floor wire harness (Right branch) C781, C782, C783 G602(see page 22-38)
Front passenger’s door subharness C763 (see page 22-48)
Front passenger’s door wire harness C761, C762 C763 (see page 22-48)
Front passenger’s seat wire harness
(With seat heater) C782, C783 (see page 22-54)
Left rear door wire harness C771 (see page 22-50)
ODS unit harness (With seat heater) C782 (see page 22-54)
ODS unit harness (Without seat
heater) C782 (see page 22-55)
Rear window defogger ground wire G801 (see page 22-42)
Rear wire harness (Left branch) C701, C702, C703 G701(see page 22-40)
Rear wire harness (Right branch) (see page 22-42)
Right rear door wire harness C781 (see page 22-51)
Roof wire harness (With moonroof) C801 (see page 22-44)
Roof wire harness (Without moonroof) C801 (see page 22-45)
Shift solenoid wire harness (A/T) C107 (see page 22-16)
Starter subharness ( ) C102, C106
T3, T4
T101, T102 (see page 22-20)
Trunk lid spoiler subharness (TYPE S
model) C703 (see page 22-40)
USB harness C671 (see page 22-34)
USB subharness C671 (see page 22-57)
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Socket Ref Terminal Connects toNotes
22-58Fuse/Relay Boxes
Connector to Fuse/Relay Box Index
234
5
1 16
17 19
18
20
11
12
14
13 15
21
22
24
23
25
10 6
7
89
(View of front side) (View of back side)
A (ELD)21 3 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
A/C compressor clutch relay 12 4
A/C condenser fan relay 3 4
B 22 1 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
Blower motor relay 2 4
C 23 2 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
D 25 8 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
Diode (for A/C condenser fan) 9
Diode (for radiator fan) 8
E 24 10 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
Electronic throttle control system
(ETCS) control relay 14 4
F 17 20 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
Fan control relay 4 5
G 19 1 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
H 20 1 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
Ignition coil relay 7 4
J 16 4 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
K 18 2 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
PGM-FI main relay 1 (FI MAIN) 13 4
PGM-FI subrelay 6 4
Power mirror defogger relay 5 5
Radiator fan relay 15 4
Rear window defogger relay 1 4
T3 10Starter subharness (see page 22-20)
T101 11Starter subharness (see page 22-20)
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Socket Ref Terminal Connects toNotes
22-59
2
3
4
5
1
16
17
18
11
12
14
13
15
10 6
7
8
9 19
20
(View of front side) (View of back side)
A (Optional connector)
9 6 Not used
C 10 4 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
D 4 2 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
E 5 42 Floor wire harness (see page 22-34)
F 6 34 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
G 7 21 Engine compartment wire harness (see page 22-22)
H (MICU service check connector) 8 3
J 20 4 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
K 12 8 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
M 13 10 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
Memory erase signal (MES) connector socket 11
N 14 14 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
P 19 10 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
PGM-FI main relay 2 (FUEL PUMP) 2 4
Power window relay 1 4
Q 17 16 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
R 15 20 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
Starter cut relay 3 4
S 16 20 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
T 18 34 Dashboard wire harness (see page 22-28)
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GroundComponent or Circuit Grounded
22-64Ground Distribution
Ground to Components Index
G1 Battery
G2 Engine
G3 Transmission housing
G101 A/T clutch pressure control solenoid valves A, B, C (A/T), CKP sensor, CMP sensor A, CMP sensor B, Data link connector (DLC), ECM/PCM (LG1), ECM/PCM (LG2), ECM/PCM (PG1), ECM/PCM (PG2), ECM/PCM (PGMETCS), EGR valve (K20Z2 engine), Ignition
coils, Immobilizer-keyless control unit, Rocker arm oil control solenoid, Rocker arm oil pressure switch, Transmission range
switch (A/T), VTC oil control solenoid valve
Shielding between the ECM/PCM and Knock sensor (KS) has wire.
Shielding between the ECM/PCM and Secondary HO2S (Sensor 2) has wire.
G201 Right fog light , Right front parking light, Right front side marker light, Right front turn signal light, Right headlight (high/low beams), Right HID unit , Windshield washer motor, Windshield wiper motor
G202 ABS modulator-control unit , VSA modulator-control unit
G301 A/C condenser fan motor, Blower motor relay, ELD, Left fog light , Left front parking light, Left front side marker light, Left front turn signal light, Left headlight (high/low beams), Left HID unit , Radiator fan motor (via fan control relay)
G401 Brake fluid level switch, Clutch interlock switch (M/T), Clutch pedal position switch (M/T), Hood switch, MICU (PG), Power transistor, Washer fluid level switch (G401 connects to G601 via under-dash fuse/relay box)
G402 EPS control unit
G403 Torque sensor
G501 Dash lights brightness controller and odometer select/reset switch, Driver’s door key cylinder switch, Driver’s door lock knob switch, HandsFreeLink control unit , MICU (SG), VSA OFF switch
G502 Data link connector (DLC), Front accessory power socket, Glove box light, Right power mirror defogger, Right side turn signal light
G503 Accessory power socket relays (front and console), Driver’s door lock switch, Gauge control module (tach), Left power mirror defogger, Left side turn signal light, Moonroof control unit/motor, Power mirror switch light, Power mirror switch, Power
window master switch (main switch), Power window master switch, Vanity mirror lights (driver’s and front passenger’s)
G504 Cable reel (steering wheel switches ground), Climate control unit, Front passenger’s door lock knob switch, Front passenger’s door lock switch, Gauge control module (speedo), Gauge control module (tach), Ignition key switch, Navigation unit , TPMS
control unit
G505 Audio unit , Navigation unit
G506 Memory erase signal (MES) connector, SRS unit (2 wires)
G601 A/T gear position console panel light/Park-pin switch (A/T), Console accessory power socket , Fuel pump, MICU (PG), Seat heater relays (driver’s and front passenger’s), Seat heater switches (driver’s and front passenger’s), Seat heaters (driver’s and
front passenger’s), Stereo amplifier (G601 connects to G401 via under-dash fuse/relay box)
Shielding between the left side impact sensor (FIRST) and rear safing sensor has wire.
Shielding between the SRS unit and left side impact sensor (FIRST) has wire.
G602 Driver’s seat belt buckle switch, Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, Left rear door lock knob switch, MICU (SG), MICU service check connector, ODS unit, Right rear door lock knob switch, Yaw rate-lateral acceleration sensor
Shielding between the right side impact sensor (FIRST) and right side impact sensor (SECOND) have wires.
Shielding between the SRS unit and right side impact sensor (FIRST) has wire.
G603 Noise condenser Shielding between the rear safing sensor and left side impact sensor (SECOND) has wire.
G701 High mount brake light, Left back-up light, Left inner taillight, Left rear side marker light, Left rear turn signal light, Left taillight/ brake light, License plate lights, Right back-up light, Right inner taillight, Right rear side marker light, Right rear turn signal light,
Right taillight/brake light, Trunk lid release actuator/Trunk lid latch switch
G801 Rear window defogger ( )
1: ’06-07 Touring and Premium models
2: ’07 TYPE S and ’08-09 models
3: ’08-09 models
4: TYPE S and ’08 premium and ’09 models
5: With HID
6: Without navigation system
7: With navigation system
8: ’09 model with navigation system
9: ’06-08 models, and ’09 model without navigation system
10: TYPE S model
4
512 4
5
82 3
7
3
67
9
10
2
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