CHEVROLET PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM 1993 Service Manual

COMPONENT SERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX
page page
Air Distribution Duct ...................... 50
Air Distribution Duct ...................... 52
Ambient Switch .......................... 47
Blend-Air Door .......................... 64
Blower Motor ............................ 58
Blower Motor Wheel Assembly .............. 58
Blower Resistor Block ..................... 49
Condensate Drain Tube ................... 64
Condenser Assembly ...................... 57
Condenser Fan Control Switch .............. 47
Defroster Duct ........................... 51
Defroster Duct Adapter .................... 51
Defroster Ducts/Demister Ducts and Hoses ..... 52
Differential Pressure Cut-Out Switch Diagnosis . . 48
Evaporator Coil .......................... 64 Expansion Valve
......................... 55
Filter-Drier Assembly ...................... 57
Fin-Sensing Cycling Clutch Switch ............ 53
Heater Core ............................ 64
Heater Hoses ........................... 51
Heater-A/C Unit AssemblyÐRemoval and Installation ............................ 61
Heater-A/C Unit Recondition ................ 63
Low or Differential Pressure Cut-Off Switch ..... 54
Temperature Control CableÐAA,AP,AG and AJ Models ............................ 49
Temperature Control CableÐAC/AY Models .... 48
Vacuum ActuatorÐFresh/Recirc Door ......... 50
Vacuum ActuatorsÐMode Doors ............. 52
AMBIENT SWITCH
The ambient switch is a temperature sensor located
in front of the condenser behind the grille (Fig. 1).
The ambient switch prevents the compressor from
engaging in cold temperatures. The ambient switch
is a sealed factory calibrated unit. It must be re-
placed if defective.
AMBIENT SWITCH TEST
(1) Disconnect ambient switch wire connector.
(2) Using a suitable ohm meter or continuity
tester, test for continuity across the ambient switch
terminals. (a) At temperature above 10ÉC (50ÉF), the switch
circuit should be complete. (b) Chill the switch with ice to below 10ÉC (50ÉF)
and test for continuity. The switch circuit should
be open, with continuity not detected.
Replace ambient switch if defective.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(1) Remove the one attaching screw.
(2) Remove the sensor/bracket assembly from the
vehicle. To install, reverse the preceding operation.
CONDENSER FAN CONTROL SWITCH
The Fan Control Switch is located on the plumbing
discharge line at the A/C compressor (Fig. 2). The fan
control switch cycles the radiator/condenser fan on and
off by monitoring the compressor discharge pressure.
The radiator top tank temperature sensor can over ride
the function of the fan control switch. It can cycle the
radiator/condenser fan on and off depending on the
engine temperature.
FAN CONTROL SWITCH DIAGNOSIS
Review Safety Precautions and Warnings before pro-
ceeding. Connect a manifold gauge set to the refriger-
ant system service ports. Work area temperature can
not be below 21ÉC (70ÉF).
Fig. 1 Ambient Temperature Sensor SwitchÐTypical Mounting
Fig. 2 Condenser Fan Control Switch
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WARNING: AVOID RADIATOR/CONDENSER FAN
BLADES WHEN WORKING IN THE RADIATOR
AREA. FAN IS CONTROLLED BY TEMPERATURE
AND CAN START ANY TIME IGNITION IS ON. PER-
SONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
(1) Disconnect fan control switch wire connector.
(2) Using a suitable jumper wire, jump across ter-
minals in wire connector. (3) Connect a suitable continuity tester across fan
control switch terminals. (4) Start engine and set idle at 1300 rpm. The ra-
diator fan should run constantly. (5) Set the A/C controls to A/C and high blower.
(6) If the high pressure gauge reads below 1102
kPa (160 psi) there should be no continuity across
the switch terminals.
CAUTION: Do not allow engine to overheat when ra-
diator air flow is blocked.
(7) Block radiator air flow with a suitable cover to
increase the high side pressure to at least 1585 kPa
(230 psi). Electrical continuity should be detected
across the fan control switch terminals. (8) Remove cover from front of vehicle to allow
high side pressure to decrease. When pressure drops
below 1102 kPa (160 psi), continuity should cease. If fan control switch is defective, replace it.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Refrigerant removal is not necessary
when removing the Condenser Fan Control Switch.
However, a small amount of refrigerant will vent
from the switch port. Review the refrigerant han-
dling section of Safety Precautions and Warnings in
the General Information section of this Group.
(1) Disconnect wire connector from condenser fan
control switch. (2) Loosen and quickly rotate the switch counter-
clockwise and separate from the high pressure line
switch port. To install, reverse the preceding operation.
DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE CUT-OUT SWITCH
DIAGNOSIS
The Differential Pressure Cut-Out (DPCO) Switch
(Fig. 3) monitors the liquid refrigerant pressure on
the liquid side of the system. The DPCO is located on
the expansion valve. The expansion valve is black in
color when a variable displacement compressor is
used. The DPCO turns off voltage to the compressor
clutch coil when liquid refrigerant pressure drops to
levels that could damage the compressor. The DPCO
is a sealed factory calibrated unit. It must be re-
placed if defective.
DPCO SWITCH DIAGNOSIS
The work area must not be below 10ÉC (50ÉF) to
test the compressor clutch circuit. (1) With gear selector in park or neutral, and park
brake set, start engine and allow to idle. (2) Raise hood and disconnect DPCO switch con-
nector boot. (3) Using a suitable jumper wire, jump across the
terminals inside wire connector boot. (4) If clutch does not engage, the wiring, fuse, re-
lay, ambient switch, or high pressure cut-off switch
can be defective. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Dia-
grams. (5) If clutch engages, connect a suitable manifold
gauge set. Read low pressure gauge. At pressure 283
kPa (41 psi) and above, DPCO switch will complete
the clutch circuit. If the low pressure gauge reads be-
low 317 kPa (46 psi), the system is low on refrigerant
charge or empty due to a leak. Refer to Testing For
Refrigerant Leaks in the Refrigerant Service Proce-
dures section. (6) Install connector boot on switch and repeat step
number 3. If the clutch does not engage, replace the
DPCO switch.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL CABLEÐAC/AY MODELS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
A Temperature Control Cable is used on non-ATC
heat or heater-A/C systems only. ATC (Automatic
Temperature Control) systems use an electrically op-
erated temperature control. Refer to the ATC section
of this Group. (1) Remove the A/C-Heater control panel assembly.
Refer to A/C-Heater Control Replacement in Group
8E Instrument Panel. Disconnect the cable attaching
flag from the A/C-heater control and remove the ca-
ble from control panel.
Fig. 3 Differential Pressure Cut-Out Switch
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(2) Locate and disconnect the cable attaching flag
on the bottom of the A/C-heater housing behind the
floor air duct (Fig. 4).
(3) Slip cable self-adjusting clip downward from
the blend-air door crank. (4) Insert a 3/16 diameter tool (drill bit or phillips
screwdriver shank) into the crank pin access hole
and rotate the clip from the cable. To install, reverse the preceding operation.
To adjust temperature cable, position the TEMP le-
ver on the control to the cool side of its travel. Al-
lowing the self-adjusting clip to slide on the cable,
rotate the blend-air door crank counterclockwise by
hand until it stops.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL CABLEÐAA,AP,AG AND
AJ MODELS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(1) Remove heater-A/C control panel. Refer to
Switch and Panel Component Service in Group 8E,
Instrument Panel. Disconnect the attaching flag on
the control cable from the heater-A/C control panel. (2) Remove console assembly. Refer to Group 8E,
Instrument Panel. (3) Remove instrument panel lower steering col-
umn cover. Refer to Group 8E, Instrument Panel. (4) Remove the right lower instrument panel/glove
box door assembly. This assembly is clipped to the
upper instrument panel at the right upper side. (5) A/C equipped vehicles: From under the hood,
disconnect the A/C suction line mounting bracket
from the dash panel (above the expansion valve). (6) From under the hood, loosen (do not remove)
the four heater-A/C assembly to dash panel mount-
ing nuts. (7) From inside the vehicle: Remove the vertical
(heater-A/C housing) support bracket (below the
glove box). (8) Tilt the entire heater-A/C housing assembly
downward to gain access to the temperature cable. (9) Locate and disconnect the attaching flag on the
control cable at the heater-A/C housing (Fig. 5). (10) Slip the cable self-adjusting clip from the
blend-air door crank (Fig. 5). (11) Remove the cable from the vehicle.
(12) To remove the self-adjusting clip from cable
(Fig. 5): (a) Insert a 4mm (3/16 inch) diameter drill bit
(Fig. 1-Inset) into the door crank access hole. Then
rotate the clip from the cable.
To install, reverse the preceding operation.
To adjust temperature cable: Position the TEMP le-
ver on the control to the cool side of its travel. Al-
lowing the self-adjusting clip to slide on the cable,
rotate the blend-air door crank counterclockwise by
hand until it stops.
BLOWER RESISTOR BLOCK
WARNING: STAY CLEAR OF THE BLOWER MOTOR
AND RESISTOR BLOCK (HOT) DURING THE FOL-
LOWING PROCEDURES.
CAUTION: Do not operate the blower motor with the
resistor block removed from the heater-A/C hous-
ing. Air must move over the hot coils.
CAUTION: Disconnect battery before performing
this operation.
REMOVE AND INSTALL
AJ AND AG BODY
(1) Remove the instrument panel glove box and
door assembly. Refer to Group 8E Instrument Panel. (2) Remove security and lamp outage modules.
(3) Locate the blower resistor block (Fig. 6). It is
above and to the front of the glove box opening on
the dash panel. Remove the wire connector. (4) Remove the two attaching screws at the resis-
tor block.
Fig. 4 Temperature Control CableÐTypical
Fig. 5 Temperature Control CableÐTypical
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(5) Carefully pull the resistor block straight out
from the cowl plenum opening and remove the resis-
tor block from the vehicle. To install, reverse the preceding operation. The
coils on the Resistor Block should not be contacting
one another. Before installation, gently separate the
coils (with fingers only) if one coil is contacting an-
other.
AA, AP, AY, AND AC BODY
(1) Raise the hood and remove the windshield
wiper arm assemblies. (2) Remove five cowl-plenum grille attaching
screws and carefully lift the grille from the vehicle. (3) (AA and AP): Locate and remove four air in-
take shield attaching screws and lift the shield from
the vehicle. (4) (AC and AY): Remove two resistor block termi-
nal cover screws and remove cover. (5) Disconnect the wire connector from the resistor
block located behind the windshield washer reservoir
(Fig. 7).
(6) Remove two blower resistor block attaching
screws. Then carefully pull the resistor block forward
until the coils clear the plenum and lift it from the
vehicle. To install, reverse the preceding operation. The
coils on the Resistor Block should not be contacting
one another. Before installation, gently separate the
coils (with fingers only) if one coil is contacting an-
other.
VACUUM ACTUATORÐFRESH/RECIRC DOOR
This actuator is located on the passenger side of
the heater-A/C housing.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(1) AA, AC or AY Body: Remove silencer cover un-
der the instrument panel (below glove box). (2) Remove glove box assembly. Refer to Group 8E,
Instrument Panel. (3) Disconnect vacuum lines.
(4) Locate and remove the two vacuum actuator at-
taching screws. (5) Disengage the actuator arm linkage from the
door pivot and remove the vacuum actuator (Fig. 8)
from vehicle.
To install, reverse the preceding operation.
AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
AA BODY On AA Body the instrument panel must be rolled
down to service duct. Refer to Group 8E, Instrument
Panel.
AC, AP, AY BODY (1) Remove lower instrument panel module. Refer
to Group 8E, Instrument Panel. (2) Remove distribution duct attaching screws from
under the front edge of the instrument panel (Fig. 9). (3) Slide duct downward and remove from vehicle.
To install, reverse the preceding operation.
Fig. 6 Blower Resistor Block LocationÐAJ and AG Body
Fig. 7 Blower Resistor Block LocationÐAA, AP, AYand AC Body
Fig. 8 Recirculating Air Door VacuumActuatorÐTypical
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DEFROSTER DUCT ADAPTER
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
AA BODY On AA body, the instrument panel must be rolled
down to service duct. Refer to Group 8E, Instrument
Panel.
AC, AP, AY BODY
(1) Remove air distribution duct.
(2) Separate the defroster adapter from the heater-
A/C unit and pull the adapter downward and out
from under the instrument panel. To install, reverse the preceding operation.
DEFROSTER DUCT
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
AA, AG, AND AJ BODY
On AA, AG, and AJ Body, the instrument panel
must be rolled down to service duct. Refer to Group
8E, Instrument Panel.
AC, AP, AY BODY
(1) Remove the air distribution duct.
(2) Remove the defroster duct adapter.
(3) Remove the instrument panel top cover. Refer
to Group 8E, Instrument Panel. (4) Locate and remove defroster duct attaching
screws at the ends of each outlet (Fig. 10). (5) Allow the defroster duct to drop downward and
remove it from the vehicle. To install, reverse the preceding operation.
HEATER HOSES
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Review Cooling System Precautions before
proceeding with this operation. (1) Drain engine cooling system. Refer to Group 7,
Cooling System. (2) Loosen clamps at each end of hose to be re-
moved (Figs. 11 or 12).
(3) Carefully rotate hose back and forth while tug-
ging slightly away from connector nipple.
CAUTION: When removing hoses from heater core
inlet or outlet nipples DO NOT exert excess pres-
sure. The heater core may become damaged and
leak engine coolant into heater-A/C unit.
Fig. 9 Air Distribution DuctsÐTypical
Fig. 10 Removing or Installing Defroster DuctÐTypical
Fig. 11 Heater Hose RoutingÐ2.2 L, 2.5 LEnginesÐTypical
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To install, reverse the preceding operation.
VACUUM ACTUATORSÐMODE DOORS
The Vacuum Actuators for the Mode Doors are lo-
cated on the drivers side of heater/AC housing above
the accelerator pedal.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the instrument panel cover under the
steering column. Refer to Group 8E, Instrument
Panel. Heat/Defrost Actuator:
Remove two screws from bracket. Lift actuator up-
ward and pull out (Fig. 13).
Mode Door Actuator:
Remove two screws from bracket (Fig. 14). Rotate
actuator counter-clockwise to unhook from door and
pull to remove.
INSTALLATION
Heat/Defrost Actuator: Install actuator link through housing and insert in
heat defrost door slot. Push down to hook link to
door. Locate the bracket to the housing and install
two screws. Mode Door Actuator:
Insert the actuator shaft through the hole in the
housing and heat/defrost door. Attach through
mounting hole in the mode door. Install two screws
in bracket. Install the instrument panel cover under the steer-
ing column.
AIR DISTRIBUTION DUCT
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(1) Instrument panel assembly must be removed.
Refer to Group 8E, Instrument Panel. (2) After instrument panel has been removed, sep-
arate the defroster/demister ducts from the air distri-
bution duct. (3) Remove the air distribution duct-to-instrument
panel mounting screws (Fig. 15). To install, reverse removal procedure.
DEFROSTER DUCTS/DEMISTER DUCTS AND
HOSES
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(1) Instrument panel assembly must be removed.
Refer to Group 8E, Instrument Panel. (2) After instrument panel has been removed, sep-
arate the defroster/demister ducts from the air distri-
bution duct. (3) Remove the demister tubes and hoses (Fig. 16).
To install, reverse removal procedure.
Fig. 12 Heater Hose RoutingÐ3.0 L EngineÐTypical
Fig. 13 Removing or Installing Heat/Defrost Vacuum Actuator Assembly
Fig. 14 Mode Door Vacuum Actuators
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FIN-SENSING CYCLING CLUTCH SWITCH
The Fin-Sensing Cycling Clutch Switch (FCCS)
(Fig. 17) is located in the heater-A/C unit housing
near the blower motor and placed in the evaporator
fins. The FCCS prevents evaporator condensate
freeze-up. This is done by cycling the compressor
clutch OFF when evaporator temperature drops be-
low freeze point. It cycles ON when the evaporator
temperature rises above freeze point. The FCCS uses
a thermistor probe in a capillary tube inserted be-
tween the evaporator fins in the heater-A/C unit
housing. If the compressor clutch does not cycle, and
all other clutch circuit components test correct, test
the switch. At temperatures above 32ÉC (90ÉF) the compressor
clutch may engage continuously and not cycle. This
is due to evaporator temperature above the freezing
point.
DIAGNOSIS
The work area and vehicle must be between 21ÉC
(70ÉF) and 32ÉC (90ÉF) when testing the Fin-sensing
Cycling Switch. (1) Disconnect the 3-wire connector from switch
lead located behind the glove box. (2) Test for voltage between pin #1 to pin #3 on
the wire harness connector (Fig. 18). If voltage is not
detected, refer to the Front Wheel Drive Car-Wiring
Diagrams Service Manual. If voltage is detected,
jump pin #1 to pin #3 using a jumper wire. Com-
pressor clutch should engage.
(3) If compressor clutch engages, test for continuity
from terminal pin #1 to pin #3 of the switch lead
connector. Continuity should be detected. If not, re-
place the Fin-sensing Cycling Clutch Switch.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(1) Remove the cover/housing from the heater-A/C
blower motor. Refer to Blower Motor removal and in-
stallation. Remove the cover only. Blower motor or
blower motor wheel removal is not necessary. (2) Disconnect the (three pin) wiring pigtail con-
nector from the clutch switch sensor harness (located
on the outside of the A/C-heater housing). Push the
wire harness grommet (attached to the A/C-heater
Fig. 15 Air Distribution Duct
Fig. 16 Defroster Ducts/Demister Ducts and Hoses
Fig. 17 Fin-sensing Cycling Clutch Switch
Fig. 18 Fin-sensing Cycling Clutch Switch Harness Connector
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housing) through the hole in the housing. Feed the
wire harness and connector through the opening and
into the housing (Fig. 19). (3) Work through the air inlet opening (to the left of
the blower motor wheel). Pull the fin-sensing cycling
switch from the A/C evaporator (Fig. 20). The metal
probe on the switch is pushed into the evapora-
tor approximately three inches.
To install, reverse the preceding operation. The
switch probe should not be installed in the original
location (hole). Insert the probe in the evaporator coil
approximately 5 mm (3 to 4 fins) to the right or left of
the position it was removed. This will insure correct
temperature sensing and system performance. Exces-
sive force should not be required for probe insertion.
Care should be taken not to damage the A/C evaporator
coil or the switch probe.
LOW OR DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE CUT-OFF
SWITCH
The Low Pressure Cut-Off (LPCO) Switch (Fig. 21)
monitors the refrigerant gas pressure on the suction side of the system. The LPCO is located on the ex-
pansion valve, and the expansion valve is silver in
color when a fixed displacement compressor is used.
The LPCO turns off voltage to the compressor clutch
coil when refrigerant gas pressure drops to levels
that could damage the compressor. The LPCO is a
sealed factory calibrated unit. It must be replaced if
defective.
LPCO SWITCH DIAGNOSIS
The work area must not be below 10ÉC (50ÉF) to
test the compressor clutch circuit. (1) With gear selector in park or neutral and park
brake set, start engine and allow to idle. (2) Raise hood and disconnect LPCO switch con-
nector boot. (3) Using a suitable jumper wire, jump across the
terminals inside wire connector boot. (4) If the compressor clutch does not engage, the
cycling clutch switch, wiring, relay, or fuse can be
defective. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams. (5) If clutch engages, connect manifold gauge set.
Read low pressure gauge. At pressure above 97 kPa
(14 psi) and above, LPCO switch will complete the
clutch circuit. If the low pressure gauge reads below
172 kPa (25 psi), the system is low on refrigerant
charge or empty due to a leak. Refer to Testing For
Refrigerant Leaks in the Refrigerant Service Proce-
dures section. (6) Install connector boot on switch and repeat step
number 3. If the clutch does not engage, replace the
LPCO switch.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
WARNING: THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM MUST
BE COMPLETELY EMPTY BEFORE PROCEEDING
WITH THIS OPERATION. REFER TO REFRIGERANT
RECOVERY SECTION.
Fig. 21 Low Pressure Cut-Off Switch
Fig. 19 Remove or Install Wire Harness Grommet
Fig. 20 Remove or Install Fin-sensing Cycling Clutch Switch
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(1) Disconnect the boot like wire connector at the
cut-off switch. (2) Using a sender unit type socket, remove the
switch from the expansion valve (Fig. 22 or 23).
To install, assure an adequate seal by using a small
amount of thread sealing tape on the replacement
switch and reverse the preceding steps. Evacuate and charge the system.
EXPANSION VALVE
DIAGNOSIS
BLACK EXPANSION VALVE TEST
Liquid CO
2is required to test the expansion
valve. It is available from most welding supply
facilities. CO
2is also available from companies
which service and sell fire extinguishers. Review Safety Precautions and Warnings before pro-
ceeding with this operation. The work area must be 21ÉC to 27ÉC (70ÉF to 85ÉF) when testing expansion
valve. To test the expansion valve: (1) Connect a charging station or manifold gauge set
to the refrigerant system service ports. (2) Verify the refrigerant charge level using the sight
glass method. (3) Disconnect the wire connector at the differential
pressure cut-off switch. Using a jumper wire, jump
across the terminals inside the connector boot (Fig. 24).
(4) Close all doors, windows and vents to the passen-
ger compartment. (5) Set heater-A/C control to A/C, full heat, FLOOR,
and high blower. (6) Start the engine and hold the idle speed (1000
rpm). After the engine has reached running tempera-
ture, allow the passenger compartment to heat up.
This will create the need for maximum refrigerant flow
into the evaporator. (7) Discharge (high pressure) gauge should read 965
to 1655 kPa (140 to 240 psi) when the refrigerant
charge is sufficient. If system cannot achieve proper
pressure, replace the expansion valve. If pressure is
correct, record reading and proceed with test.
WARNING: PROTECT SKIN AND EYES FROM CON-
TACTING CO
2PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
(8) If discharge pressure is within specified range,
freeze the expansion valve control head (Fig. 8) for
30 seconds. Use a super cold substance (liquid
CO
2). Do not spray R-12 Refrigerant on the expan-
sion valve for this test. Refer to Refrigerant
Recycling in the Refrigerant Service Procedures
section. If compressor discharge (high) pressure does
not drop by 15% or more than the pressure recorded in
step 7, replace the expansion valve. Allow the expan-
sion valve to thaw. The discharge pressure should
Fig. 22 Low Pressure Cut-Off Switch and Expansion ValveÐTypical
Fig. 23 Differential Pressure Cut-Off Switch and Ex-pansion ValveÐTypical
Fig. 24 Differential Pressure Cut-Out Switch
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stabilize to the pressure recorded in step 7. If the
pressure does not stabilize, replace the expansion
valve.When expansion valve tests are complete, refer to
Heater and A/C Performance Tests and remove all test
equipment before returning vehicle to use.
SILVER EXPANSION VALVE TEST
Expansion valve tests should be performed af-
ter compressor tests. Liquid CO
2is required to test the expansion
valve. It is available from most welding supply
facilities. CO
2is also available from companies
which service and sell fire extinguishers. Review Safety Precautions and Warnings in the
General Information section of this Group. The work
area and vehicle must be 21ÉC to 27ÉC (70ÉF to 85ÉF)
when testing expansion valve. To test the expansion
valve: (1) Connect a charging station or manifold gauge set
to the refrigerant system service ports. (2) Verify the refrigerant charge level using the sight
glass method. (3) Disconnect wire connector at low pressure cut-off
switch (Fig. 25). Using a jumper wire, jump terminals
inside wire connector boot.
(4) Close all doors, windows and vents to the passen-
ger compartment. (5) Set heater-A/C control to A/C, full heat, FLOOR,
and high blower. (6) Start the engine and hold the idle speed (1000
rpm). After the engine has reached running tempera-
ture, allow the passenger compartment to heat up.
This will create the need for maximum refrigerant flow
into the evaporator. (7) If the refrigerant charge is sufficient, discharge
(high pressure) gauge should read 965 to 1655 kPa (140
to 240 psi). Suction (low pressure) gauge should read
140 kPa to 207 kpa (20 psi to 30 psi). If system cannot achieve proper pressure readings, replace the
expansion valve. If pressure is correct, proceed with
test.
WARNING: PROTECT SKIN AND EYES FROM CON-
TACTING CO
2PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
(8) If suction side low pressure is within specified
range, freeze the expansion valve control head (Fig. 26)
for 30 seconds. Use a super cold substance (liquid CO
2).
Do not spray R-12 Refrigerant on the expansion
valve for this test. Suction side low pressure should
drop to -50 kPa (-15 in. Hg) If not, replace expansion
valve.
(9) Allow expansion valve to thaw. The low pressure
gauge reading should stabilize at 140 kPa to 240 kPa
(20 psi to 30 psi). If not, replace expansion valve. When expansion valve test is complete, test A/C
overall performance. Refer to the Heater and A/C
Performance Test in this section. Remove all test
equipment before returning vehicle to use.
REMOVAL
WARNING: THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM MUST BE
COMPLETELY EMPTY BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH
THIS OPERATION.
(1) Remove the boot-type wire connector from the
pressure cut-off switch. (2) Remove the attaching bolt in center of refriger-
ant line-plumbing sealing plate (Fig. 27). (3) Carefully pull the refrigerant line-sealing plate
assembly from the expansion valve towards front of
vehicle. Do Not scratch the expansion valve sealing
surfaces with pilot tubes. (4) Cover the openings on A/C line-sealing plate
assembly to prevent contamination. (5) Remove two screws securing the expansion valve
to the evaporator sealing plate. (6) Carefully remove valve.
Fig. 25 Low Pressure Cut-Off Switch
Fig. 26 Expansion Valve
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