climate control RENAULT TWINGO RS 2009 2.G Heating And Air Conditioning - Climate Control Workshop Manual

Heating and
air conditioning system
"The repair procedures given by the manufacturer in this document are based on the
technical specifications current when it was prepared.
The procedures may be modified as a result of changes introduced by the
manufacturer in the production of the various component units and accessories from
which his vehicles are constructed."
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Fault finding - List and location of components 62B - 8
Fault finding - Role of components 62B - 10
Fault finding - Operating diagram 62B - 16
Fault finding - Function 62B - 17
Fault finding - Replacement of components 62B - 21
Fault finding - Configuration and programming 62B - 22
Fault finding - Fault summary table 62B - 24
Fault finding - Interpretation of faults 62B - 25
Fault finding - Conformity check 62B - 32
Fault finding - Status summary table 62B - 42
Fault finding - Interpretation of statuses 62B - 45
Fault finding - Interpretation of parameters 62B - 52
Fault finding - Command summary table 62B - 61
Fault finding - Interpretation of commands 62B - 62
Fault finding - Customer complaints 62B - 66
Diagnostic - Fault finding chart 62B - 68
Fault finding - Help 62B - 96
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1. SCOPE OF THIS DOCUMENT
This document presents the fault finding procedure applicable to all computers with the following specifications:
2. PREREQUISITES FOR FAULT FINDING
Documentation type
Fault finding procedures (this document and the Technical Notes concerning the injection system fitted to
the vehicle, and the UCH):
–Assisted fault finding (integrated into the diagnostic tool), Dialogys.
Wiring Diagrams:
–Visu-Schéma (CD-ROM), paper.
Type of diagnostic tools
–CLIP + multiplex line sensor
Special tooling required
3. REMINDERS
Procedure
To run fault finding on the vehicle computers, proceed as follows:
–turn the ignition key to APC,
–connect the diagnostic tool and perform the required operations.
To cut off the + after ignition feed, proceed as follows:
–disconnect the diagnostic tool,
–turn the ignition key to OFF,
–switch off the ignition. Vehicle(s): New Twingo
Function concerned: Climate controlComputer name: CAREG
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Multimeter
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Faults
Faults are declared as either present or stored (depending on whether they appeared in a certain context and have
disappeared since, or whether they remain present but have not been diagnosed within the current context).
The present or stored status of faults should be taken into consideration when the diagnostic tool is switched on
after the + after ignition feed (without any system components being active).
For a present fault, apply the procedure described in the Interpretation of faults section.
For a stored fault, note the faults displayed and apply the Notes section.
If the fault is confirmed when the instructions in the Notes section are applied, the fault is present. Deal with the
fault.
If the fault is not confirmed, check:
–the electrical lines which correspond to the fault,
–the connectors on these lines (corrosion, bent pins, etc.),
–the resistance of the component detected as faulty,
–the condition of the wires (melted or split insulation, wear).
Conformity check
The aim of the conformity check is to check data that does not produce a fault on the diagnostic tool because the
data is inconsistent. Therefore, this stage is used to:
–carry out fault finding on faults that do not have a fault display, and which may correspond to a customer
complaint.
–check that the system is operating correctly and that there is no risk of a fault recurring after repairs.
This section gives the fault finding procedures for statuses and parameters and the conditions for checking them.
If a status is not behaving normally or a parameter is outside the permitted tolerance values, consult the
corresponding fault finding page.
Special notes on the conformity check for the air conditioning function:
All variables (statuses and parameters) and commands required for the air conditioning function are divided into
three sub-functions:
●The COLD LOOP sub-function groups together all the information required for producing cold air.
●The HEATING sub-function groups together all the information required for producing warm air.
●The PASSENGER COMPARTMENT VENTILATION sub-function groups together all the information relating to
ventilation and the mixing and distribution of air within the passenger compartment.

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The conformity check for the air conditioning function is split into two parts:
For all signals relating to the sensors and actuators controlled by the climate control panel (distribution motor,
mixing motor, recirculation motor, passenger compartment ventilation, interior temperature, etc.), (see 62B, Climate
control, Conformity check).
Customer complaints - Fault finding chart
If the test with the diagnostic tool is OK but the customer complaint is still present, the fault should be processed by
customer complaints. Note:
The interpretation of statuses, parameters and commands is also split into several sections. Everything which is
controlled by the control panel of the climate control function is dealt with in this section. However, signals from
other computers are interpreted in the Fault finding Workshop Repair Manuals for the computers which
produce these signals.
A summary of the overall procedure to follow is provided on the following page in the
form of a flow chart.

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4. FAULT FINDING PROCEDURE
Perform a pre-diagnostic on the
system
Print the system fault finding log
(available on CLIP and in the
Workshop Repair Manual or
Technical Note)
Connect CLIP
no
Dialogue with
computer?
yes
Read the faults
no
Faults
present
yes
Deal with present faults
Deal with stored faults
no
The cause is
still presentFault
solved
yes
See ALP no. 1
Conformity check
no
The cause is
still presentFault
solved
yes
Use fault finding charts
(ALPs)
no
The cause is
still presentFault
solved
yes
Contact the Techline with the
completed fault finding log

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4. FAULT FINDING PROCEDURE (CONTINUED)
Wiring check
Fault finding problems
Disconnecting the connectors and/or manipulating the wiring harness may temporarily remove the cause of a fault.
Electrical measurements of voltage, resistance and insulation are generally correct, especially if the fault is not
present when the analysis is made (stored fault).
Visual inspection of the connection:
●Check that the connector is connected correctly and that the male and female parts of the connection are
correctly coupled.
Visual inspection of the area around the connection:
●Check the condition of the mounting (pin, strap, adhesive tape, etc.) if the connectors are attached to the
vehicle.
●Check that there is no damage to the wiring trim (sheath, foam, adhesive tape, etc.) near the wiring.
●Check that there is no damage to the electrical wires at the connector outlets, in particular on the
insulating material (wear, cuts, burns, etc.).
Disconnect the connector to continue the checks.
Visual inspection of the plastic casing:
●Check that there is no mechanical damage (casing crushed, cracked, broken, etc.), in particular to the
fragile components (lever, lock, openings, etc.).
●Check that there is no heat damage (casing melted, darker, deformed, etc.).
●Check that there are no stains (grease, mud, liquid, etc.).
Visual inspection of the metal contacts:
(The female contact is called CLIP. The male contact is called TAB.)
●Check that there are no bent contacts (the contact is not inserted correctly and can come out of the back
of the connector). The spring contact of the connector when the wire is gently pulled.
●Check that there is no damage (folded tabs, clips open too wide, blackened or melted contact, etc.).
●Check that there is no oxidation on the metal contacts. Note:
Carry out each requested check visually. Do not remove a connector if it is not required.
Note:
Repeated connections and disconnections alter the functionality of the connectors and increase the risk of poor
electrical contact. Limit the number of connections/disconnections as much as possible.
Note:
The check is carried out on the 2 parts of the connection. There may be two types of connections:
–Connector / Connector
–Connector / Device

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Visual inspection of the sealing:
(Only for watertight connectors)
●Check for the seal on the connection (between the 2 parts of the connection).
●Check the seal at the back of the connectors:
–For unit joints (1 for each wire), check that the unit joints are present on each electrical wire and that
they are correctly positioned in the opening (level with the housing). Check that plugs are present on
openings which are not used.
–For a grommet seal (one seal which covers the entire internal surface of the connector), check that the
seal is present.
–For gel seals, check for gel in all of the openings without removing the excess or any protruding
sections (it does not matter if there is gel on the contacts).
–For hotmelt sealing (heat-shrink sheath with glue), check that the sheath has contracted correctly on
the rear of the connectors and electrical wires, and that the hardened glue comes out of the side of the
wire.
●Check that there is no damage to any of the seals (cuts, burns, significant deformation, etc.).
If a fault is detected, repair or replace the wiring (see Technical Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Wiring: Precautions for repair)
5. FAULT FINDING LOG
You will always be asked for this log:
●when requesting technical assistance from Techline,
●for approval requests when replacing parts for which approval is mandatory,
●to be attached to monitored parts for which reimbursement is requested. The log is needed for warranty
reimbursement, and enables better analysis of the parts removed.
6. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety rules must be observed during any work on a component to prevent any damage or injury:
–check the battery voltage to avoid incorrect operation of computer functions,
–do not smoke,
–use the proper tools. IMPORTANTIMPORTANT
Any fault on a complex system requires thorough fault finding with the appropriate tools. The
FAULT FINDING LOG, which should be completed during the procedure, enables you to keep
track of the procedure which is carried out. It is an essential document when consulting the
manufacturer.
IT IS THEREFORE MANDATORY TO FILL OUT A FAULT FINDING LOG EACH TIME FAULT FINDING IS
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List and location of components
System (cold loop, hot loop and components)
1Heating and air conditioning unit
2Heater matrix
3Expansion valve and evaporator
4Coolant circuit
5Cold loop
6Condenser and radiator
7Compressor
●COLD LOOP COMPONENTS
–Compressor: This is located at the bottom on the left-hand side, next to the radiator in the engine compartment.
–Condenser: This is located between the radiator and the cooling fan assembly.
–Dehydrator reservoir: This is located on the left-hand side of the condenser outlet.
–Heating and air conditioning unit: This is located under the dashboard.
–Thermostatic expansion valve: This is located to the left of the heating and air conditioning unit on the
bulkhead.
–Evaporator: This is located to the right of the thermostatic expansion valve in the heating and air conditioning
unit.
–High pressure pipe: This pipe connects the compressor, condenser, dehydrator reservoir, and expansion valve
inlet in series (it is located in the engine compartment on the left-hand side).
–Low pressure pipe: This pipe connects the expansion valve, buffering capacity, evaporator, and compressor
inlet in series (it is located in the engine compartment on the left-hand side).

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●HEATING COMPONENTS
–Heater matrix: This is located at the bottom of the heating and air conditioning unit.
–Passenger compartment heating resistors: These are located at the bottom of the heater matrix on the
driver's side (depending on the equipment).
●SENSOR
–Interior temperature sensor: This is located on the interior rear-view mirror.
●ACTUATORS
–Air distribution flap: This is located in the heating and air conditioning unit.
–Air mixing flap: This is located in the heating and air conditioning unit.
–Recirculation flap: This is located behind the dashboard.
–Flap motors: These are located close to the flaps.
●OTHERS
–Passenger compartment blower unit: This is located in the heating and air conditioning unit.
–Cooling fan assembly: This is located in the front panel of the vehicle, in front of the condenser.
–Climate control computer: This is located in the control panel.
–Air pipes: Theses are located under the dashboard.

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●COLD LOOP COMPONENTS
System assembly
1Heating and air conditioning unit
2Heater matrix
3Expansion valve and evaporator
4Coolant circuit
5Cold loop
6Condenser and radiator
7Compressor
–Compressor:
The compressor is not activated when the exterior temperature is less than 0˚; it is used to compress the refrigerant
fluid into gas. The pressure can reach up to 28 bar.
Air conditioning compressor

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