can NISSAN TEANA 2003 Owners Manual

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AUXILIARY MECHANISM: TEMPERATURE SETTING TRIMMER
The trimmer compensates for differences in range of ±3°C between temperature setting (displayed digitally)
and temperature felt by customer.
Operating procedures for this trimmer are as follows:
1. Begin Self-diagnosis STEP-5 mode. Refer to AT C - 4 6 , "
Self-diagnosis Function" .
2. Press fan control switch (UP) to set system in auxiliary mode.
3. Display shows “61” in auxiliary mechanism. It takes approximately 3 seconds to enable setting operation.
4. Press temperature control switch (driver side) as desired. Temperature will change at a rate of 0.5°C each
time a switch is pressed.
CAUTION:
A decimal point is not indicated during a setup of temperature compensation.
When battery cable is disconnected or battery voltage below 10 V, trimmer operation is canceled. Temperature
set becomes that of initial condition, i.e. 0°C.
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AUXILIARY MECHANISM: FOOT POSITION SETTING TRIMMER
Wind distribution ratio in FOOT mode can be set.
Operating procedures for this trimmer are as follows:
1. Begin self-diagnosis STEP-5 mode. Refer to AT C - 4 6 , "
Self-diagnosis Function" .
2. Press fan control switch (UP) to set system in auxiliary mode.
3. Display shows “61” in auxiliary mechanism. It takes approximately 3 seconds to enable setting operation.
4. Press mode switch as desired.
When battery cable is disconnected or battery voltage below 10 V, trimmer operation is canceled. Air distribu-
tion ratio set becomes that of initial condition.
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: INLET PORT MEMORY FUNCTION
When ignition switch is turned from OFF to ON, inlet port memory function at manual mode can be set.
Operating procedures for this trimmer are as follows:
1. Begin self-diagnosis STEP-5 mode. Refer to AT C - 4 6 , "
Self-diagnosis Function" .
2. Press fan control switch (UP) to set system in auxiliary mode.
3. Display shows “61” in auxiliary mechanism.
4. Press the intake switch as desired.
When battery cable is disconnected or battery voltage below 10 V, memory function is canceled. Memory func-
tion set becomes that of initial condition.
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LED status of intake switch Setting status
Setting changeover
method
REC FRE REC FRE
ON OFFManual REC status is memorized.
(Initial setting)AUTO control (Initial setting)
Intake SW: ON ON ON Manual REC status is memorized. Manual FRE status is memorized.
OFF ON AUTO control Manual FRE status is memorized.
OFF OFF AUTO control AUTO control

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Operational CheckBJS000FY
The purpose of the operational check is to confirm that the system operates properly.
CHECKING MEMORY FUNCTION
1. Press temperature control switch (UP, driver side) until 32°C is displayed.
2. Press fan control switch (DOWN) at least 2 seconds.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
5. Press AUTO switch.
6. Confirm that the set temperature remains at previous temperature.
7. Press fan control switch (DOWN) at least 2 seconds.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 9 5 , "
Memory Function" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING BLOWER
1. Press fan control switch (UP). Blower should operate on low speed. The fan symbol should have one
blade lit.
2. Press fan control switch (UP) again, and continue checking blower speed and fan symbol until all speeds
are checked.
3. Leave blower on max. speed.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 7 2 , "
Blower Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING DISCHARGE AIR
1. Press MODE switch and DEF switch.
2. Each position indicator should change shape.
3. Confirm that discharge air comes out according to the air distri-
bution table. Refer to AT C - 3 1 , "
Discharge Air Flow" .
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 6 3 , "
Mode Door
Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
NOTE:
Confirm that the compressor clutch is engaged (sound or visual
inspection) and intake door position is at FRESH when the DEF is
selected.
CHECKING INTAKE AIR
1. Press intake switch. Recirculation indicator should illuminate.
2. Press intake switch again. Fresh indicator should illuminate.
3. Listen for intake door position change (Slight change of blower sound can be heard.).
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 6 9 , "
Intake Door Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
NOTE:
Confirm that the compressor clutch is engaged (sound or visual inspection) and intake door position is at
FRESH when the DEF is selected.
CHECKING TEMPERATURE DECREASE
1. Press temperature control switch (DOWN, driver side) until 18°C is displayed.
2. Check for cold air at discharge air outlets.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 8 4 , "
Insufficient Cooling" .
If OK, continue the check.Conditions : Engine running at normal operating temperature
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CHECKING TEMPERATURE INCREASE
1. Press temperature control switch (UP, driver side) until 32°C is displayed.
2. Check for hot air at discharge air outlets.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 9 1 , "
Insufficient Heating" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING A/C SWITCH
1. Press AUTO switch and A/C switch.
2. A/C switch indicator will turn ON.

Confirm that the compressor clutch engages (sound or visual inspection).
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 7 8 , "
Magnet Clutch Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING AUTO MODE
1. Press AUTO switch and A/C switch.
2. Display should indicate AUTO.

Confirm that the compressor clutch engages (sound or visual inspection). (Discharge air and blower
speed will depend on ambient, in-vehicle, and set temperatures.)
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 5 6 , "
Power Supply and Ground Circuit for Auto Amp." , then
if necessary, trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 7 8 , "
Magnet Clutch Circuit" .
If all operational checks are OK (symptom cannot be duplicated), go to Incident Simulation Tests in GI-24,
"How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical Incident" and perform tests as outlined to simulate driv-
ing conditions environment. If symptom appears, refer to AT C - 3 5 , "
SYMPTOM TABLE" and perform applica-
ble trouble diagnosis procedures.

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COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Unified Meter and A/C amp. (Automatic Amplifier)
The unified meter and A/C amp. has a built-in microcomputer which
processes information sent from various sensors needed for air con-
ditioner operation. The air mix door motor, mode door motor, intake
door motor, blower motor and compressor are then controlled.
When the various switches and temperature contorol switch are
operated, data is input to the unified meter and A/C amp. from the
display unit / display control unit using CAN communication.
Self-diagnosis functions are also built into unified meter and A/C
amp. to provide quick check of malfunctions in the auto air condi-
tioner system.
Potentio Temperature Control (PTC)
The PTC is built into the A/C and AV switch. It can be set at an inter-
val of 0.5°C in the 18°C to 32°C temperature range by turning tem-
perature control switch. The set temperature is displayed.
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR A/C SYSTEM
SYMPTOM: A/C system does not come on.
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12. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION
Check CAN communication. Refer to BCS-14, "
CAN Communication Inspection Using CONSULT-II (Self-
Diagnosis)" .

BCM – ECM

ECM – IPDM E/R

ECM – Unified meter and A/C amp.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace ECM.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part(s).
COMPONENT INSPECTION
Refrigerant Pressure Sensor
The refrigerant pressure sensor is attached to the condenser.
Make sure that the A/C refrigerant pressure and the sensor output
voltage are as shown in the A/C operating condition figure. Refer to
EC-339, "
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR" (QR engine) or
EC-748, "
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR" (VQ engine).
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ATC-88
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR UNUSUAL PRESSURE
Whenever system’s high and/or low side pressure(s) is/are unusual, diagnose using a manifold gauge. The
marker above the gauge scale in the following tables indicates the standard (usual) pressure range. Since the
standard (usual) pressure, however, differs from vehicle to vehicle, refer to above table (Ambient air tempera-
ture-to-operating pressure table).
Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too High
High-pressure Side is Too High and Low-pressure Side is Too Low
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high- and low-pressure sides
are too high.The pressure returns to nor-
mal soon after water is
splashed on the condenser.Excessive refrigerant charge
in refrigeration cycle.Reduce refrigerant until speci-
fied pressure is obtained.
Air suction by cooling fan is
insufficient.Insufficient condenser cooling
performance.
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1. Condenser fins are clogged.
2. Improper fan rotation of
cooling fan.

Clean condenser.

Check and repair cooling fan
if necessary.

Low-pressure pipe is not
cold.

When compressor is
stopped high-pressure
value quickly drops by
approximately 196 kPa
(1.96 bar, 2 kg/cm
2 , 28
psi). It then decreases
gradually thereafter.Poor heat exchange in con-
denser.
(After compressor operation
stops, high-pressure
decreases too slowly.)
↓
Air in refrigeration cycle.Evacuate repeatedly and
recharge system.
Engine tends to overheat.Engine cooling systems mal-
function.Check and repair each engine
cooling system.

An area of the low-pres-
sure pipe is colder than
areas near the evaporator
outlet.

Low-pressure pipe is
sometimes covered with
frost.

Excessive liquid refrigerant
on low-pressure side.

Excessive refrigerant dis-
charge flow.

Expansion valve is open a
little compared with the
specification.
↓
Improper expansion valve
adjustment.Replace expansion valve.
AC359A
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
High-pressure side is too high and
low-pressure side is too low.
Upper side of condenser and
high-pressure side are hot,
however, liquid tank is not so
hot.High-pressure tube or parts
located between compressor
and condenser are clogged or
crushed.

Check and repair or replace
malfunctioning parts.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
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High-pressure Side is Too Low and Low-pressure Side is Too High
Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too Low
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
High-pressure side is too low and
low-pressure side is too high.High- and low-pressure sides
become equal soon after com-
pressor operation stops.Compressor pressure opera-
tion is improper.
↓
Damaged inside compressor
packings.Replace compressor.
No temperature difference
between high- and low-pres-
sure sides.Compressor pressure opera-
tion is improper.
↓
Damaged inside compressor
packings.Replace compressor.
AC356A
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high- and low-pressure sides
are too low.

There is a big temperature
difference between liquid
tank outlet and inlet. Outlet
temperature is extremely
low.

Liquid tank inlet and expan-
sion valve are frosted.Liquid tank inside is slightly
clogged.

Replace liquid tank.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.

Temperature of expansion
valve inlet is extremely low
as compared with areas
near liquid tank.

Expansion valve inlet may
be frosted.

Temperature difference
occurs somewhere in high-
pressure side.High-pressure pipe located
between liquid tank and
expansion valve is clogged.

Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
Expansion valve and liquid
tank are warm or slightly cool
when touched.Low refrigerant charge.
↓
Leaking fittings or compo-
nents.Check refrigerant for leaks.
Refer to ATC-146, "
Checking
for Refrigerant Leaks" .
There is a big temperature dif-
ference between expansion
valve inlet and outlet while the
valve itself is frosted.Expansion valve closes a little
compared with the specifica-
tion.
↓
1. Improper expansion valve
adjustment
2. Malfunctioning expansion
valve.
3. Outlet and inlet may be
clogged.

Remove foreign particles by
using compressed air.

Replace expansion valve.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
An area of the low-pressure
pipe is colder than areas near
the evaporator outlet.Low-pressure pipe is clogged
or crushed.

Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
Air flow volume is not enough
or is too low.Evaporator is frozen.

Check intake sensor circuit.
Refer to ATC-105, "
Intake
Sensor Circuit" .

Replace compressor.

Repair evaporator fins.

Replace evaporator.

Refer to AT C - 7 2 , "Blower
Motor Circuit" .
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Low-pressure Side Sometimes Becomes Negative
Low-pressure Side Becomes Negative
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Low-pressure side sometimes
becomes negative.

Air conditioning system
does not function and does
not cyclically cool the com-
partment air.

The system constantly func-
tions for a certain period of
time after compressor is
stopped and restarted.Refrigerant does not dis-
charge cyclically.
↓
Moisture is frozen at expan-
sion valve outlet and inlet.
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Water is mixed with refriger-
ant.

Drain water from refrigerant
or replace refrigerant.

Replace liquid tank.
AC354A
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Low-pressure side becomes nega-
tive.
Liquid tank or front/rear side of
expansion valve’s pipe is
frosted or wet with dew.High-pressure side is closed
and refrigerant does not flow.
↓
Expansion valve or liquid tank
is frosted.Leave the system at rest until
no frost is present. Start it
again to check whether or not
the malfunction is caused by
water or foreign particles.

If water is the cause, initially
cooling is okay. Then the
water freezes causing a
blockage. Drain water from
refrigerant or replace refrig-
erant.

If due to foreign particles,
remove expansion valve
and remove the particles
with dry and compressed air
(not shop air).

If either of the above meth-
ods cannot correct the mal-
function, replace expansion
valve.

Replace liquid tank.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
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*1AT C - 5 4 , "Operational Check"*2ATC-136, "Check Disc to Pulley
Clearance"
*3AT C - 2 1 , "Maintenance of Lubricant
Quantity in Compressor"
*4EM-14, "Checking Drive Belts" (QR
engine) or EM-128, "
Checking Drive
Belts" (VQ engine)