air condition RENAULT TWINGO 2009 2.G Heating And Air Conditioning - Climate Control Service Manual

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Fault finding - Interpretation of commands

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AC004
AC005
MIXER MOTOR: MAXIMUM COLD
MIXER MOTOR: MAXIMUM HOT
NOTESNOTES:
The flap is located in the air conditioning mechanism.
In order to confirm this command, the engine must be warm in order to be able to
check for the presence of a warm air flow during command AC005.
This command is used to activate the mixing flap to check that it is working. Switch on the ignition, and issue a
passenger compartment ventilation request (via the driver's control panel).
Run command AC004 and check that the air coming out of the air vents is cold (ambient temperature).
Run command AC005 and check that the air coming out of the air vents is warm.
If the command does not operate as indicated, consult the customer complaints:
–Production of cold air, see: ALP 8 No cold air and ALP 9 Too much cold air.
–Production of warm air, see: ALP 6 No heating or loss of heating.
AFTER REPAIRCheck that the air conditioning function operates correctly.
CLIM_V44_AC004 / CLIM_V44_AC005

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AC006
AC007
DISTRIBUTION MOTOR: AIR VENTS
DISTRIBUTION MOTOR: DE-ICING
NOTESNOTE
The flap is located under the dashboard.
This command is used to activate the ventilation/de-icing distribution flap to check that it is working.
Switch on the ignition, and issue a passenger compartment ventilation request (via the driver's control panel).
Run command AC007 and check that the air comes out by the windscreen.
Run command AC006 and check that the air comes out of the front air vents.
If the command does not operate as indicated, check the air distribution conformity (see ALP 2 Air distribution
fault).
AFTER REPAIRCheck that the air conditioning function operates correctly.
CLIM_V44_AC006 / CLIM_V44_AC007

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CLIMATE CONTROL
Fault finding - Customer complaints
NOTESSpecial notes:
General summary of all of the fault finding charts for each function.
DIALOGUE FAULT
NO DIALOGUE WITH THE COMPUTER ALP 1
AIR DISTRIBUTION PROBLEM
AIR DISTRIBUTION PROBLEM ALP 2
AIR FLOW FAULT ALP 3
INEFFICIENT WINDSCREEN DEMISTING ALP 4
NO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT VENTILATION ALP 5
HEATING FAULT
NO HEATING OR LOSS OF HEATING (section 61A) ALP 6
TOO MUCH HEATING (section 61A) ALP 7
AIR CONDITIONING FAULT
NO COLD AIR ALP 8
TOO MUCH COLD AIR ALP 9
INEFFICIENT REAR SCREEN DE-ICING/DEMISTING ALP 10

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Diagnostic - Fault finding chart
ALP 1 No dialogue with the computer
NOTESSpecial notes: To run fault finding on the vehicle computers, use the key to switch on
the ignition.
Use the W iring Diagram Technical Note for the New Twingo.
Check that the vehicle is equipped with climate control.
Try to establish dialogue with a computer on another vehicle to make sure that the diagnostic tool is not faulty.
If the tool is not at fault, and dialogue cannot be established with any other computer on the same vehicle, the
cause could be a faulty computer interfering on the multiplex network.
Check the battery voltage and perform the necessary operations to obtain a correct voltage (9.5 V < Battery
voltage < 17.5 V, see section 16A Starting-charging).
Check:
–the connection between the diagnostic tool and the diagnostic probe (lead in good condition),
–the connection between the diagnostic sensor and the diagnostic socket (lead in good condition).
Carry out fault finding on the multiplex network using the diagnostic tool (see 88B, Multiplex).
Check the condition and position of fuse F29 (15 A) in the passenger compartment fuse box.
Consult section 81C Fuses.
Disconnect the connectors of the following components of connection SP2:

●Component connector 615
●Component connector 419
●Component connector 645
●Component connector 319
●Component connector 261
●Component connector 653
●Component connector 1428
Check the insulation and continuity of connection SP2 between components 419 and 1016.
Check the vehicle earth connection NAM of the connector of component 419.
If the connection is faulty (see Technical Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring, Wiring: Precautions for the
repair), repair the wiring, otherwise replace the wiring.
If these checks do not reveal any faults, carry out a test on each of the components involved in connection
SP2 (short circuit).
Check the condition and position of fuse F18 (10 A) in the passenger compartment fuse box.
Consult section 81C Fuses.
Disconnect the connectors of the following components of connection BP6:

●Component connector 995
●Component connector 419
AFTER REPAIRCarry out a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
CLIM_V44_ALP1

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ALP 1
CONTINUED
●Component connector 645
Check the insulation and continuity of connection BP6 between components 419 and 1016.
Check the vehicle earth connection NAM of the connector of component 419.
If the connection is faulty (see Technical Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring, Wiring: Precautions for the
repair), repair the wiring, otherwise replace the wiring.
If these checks do not reveal any faults, carry out a test on each of the components involved in connection
BP6 (short circuit).
Ensure that the supply to the diagnostic socket is correct:
Check the condition and position of fuse F12 (5 A) in the passenger compartment fuse box.
Consult section 81C Fuses.
Connector of component 645 of connection BP19 disconnected:
–Check for + after ignition feed on connection BP19 of component 225.
If the + after ignition feed on connection BP 19 is not guaranteed, check component 1016.
–Check connections NAM and MAM of component 225.
If the connection is faulty (see Technical Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring, Wiring: Precautions for the
repair), repair the wiring, otherwise replace the wiring.
If these checks do not reveal any faults, carry out a test on each of the components involved in connection
BP19 (short circuit).
If dialogue has still not been established after these checks, contact the Techline.
AFTER REPAIRCarry out a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
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ALP 2 Air distribution fault
NOTESNone
Check that the air circuit (cabin filter, scuttle panel grille, air ducts and grilles etc.) is not blocked. Repair, clean
or change the cabin filter if necessary.
Also check that there is no air flow fault: (see ALP 3 Air flow fault).
Check that the blower unit is correctly sealed. Also check that the air distribution ducts (right-hand and left-hand,
upper and lower) are correctly connected to the housing as well as the refrigeration pipe in the glove box (if the
customer complains about a feeling of cold air on the passenger's side).
Repair if necessary.
Set the passenger compartment blower to
maximum speed with maximum hot or maximum
cold and move the air distribution control. Check
that the air outlet is the one selected.
Note:
For information about the air flows according to user
selection, refer to the air distribution table given in
the interpretation of parameter PR011 Distribution
flap position.
Has the customer complaint been confirmed?
YES
Remove the centre console and glovebox
(see MR 412 Bodywork, 57A, Interior equipment,
Removal - refitting procedures).
Remove the distribution motor and check the
condition of the flap control.
Is the flap control damaged?
NO
NOThe air distribution is operating correctly.
Explain to the customer how the system
operates.
YES
Replace the distribution - ventilation unit.
AFTER REPAIRCarry out a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
CLIM_V44_ALP2

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ALP 3 Air flow fault
NOTESOnly consult this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic
tool.
Check that the customer knows how to work the air conditioning system properly.
Is the passenger compartment blower unit
working?
YES
Check that the air circuit (cabin filter, scuttle panel grille, air vents and extractors etc.) is not blocked.
If necessary, repair, clean or replace the cabin filter (see MR 411 Mechanical, 61A, Heating, Cabin filter:
Removal - Refitting).
Check that the blower blades are in good condition (see MR 412 Bodywork, 57A Interior equipment,
Passenger compartment blower: Removal - refitting).
Check that the blower unit is correctly sealed. Also check that the air distribution ducts (right-hand and left-hand,
upper and lower) are correctly connected to the housing as well as the refrigeration pipe in the glove box (if the
customer complains about a feeling of cold air on the passenger's side).
Repair if necessary.
Check that the air recirculation flap does not remain closed when in the recirculation position. On the diagnostic
tool, status ET062 Recirculation flap position should display OPEN (the flap can be seen by removing the
windscreen frame). Repair if necessary (apply the fault finding procedure for fault DF021 Recirculation motor
circuit).
With the passenger compartment filter removed, put
your hand into the housing to ensure that the
evaporator is not obstructed and that there is no ice.
Is the evaporator obstructed?
NO
NORepair, see ALP 5.
YESRemove the evaporator and clean if it is
obstructed.
If there is ice on the evaporator, carry out
a conformity check on the temperature
sensors (interior, exterior and coolant
temperatures).
Replace any faulty components.
AFTER REPAIRCarry out a complete check with the diagnostic tool.

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ALP 3
CONTINUED
Using the diagnostic tool, check that the air conditioning control panel is correctly controlling the passenger
compartment blower unit by checking parameter PR019 Passenger compartment blower unit PWM setting
(control setpoint).
Note:
The control values are given in the interpretation of this parameter (see the HELP sub-section).
If the passenger compartment fan setting values are
correct, check that the air flow varies in line with the
8 control speeds.
Does the air flow vary?
YES
End of fault finding.
NOCheck that the passenger compartment
blower unit control is correct by referring
to the fault finding procedure (see HELP).
AFTER REPAIRCarry out a complete check with the diagnostic tool.

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ALP 4 Inefficient windscreen demisting
NOTESOnly consult this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic
tool.
Special notes:
Check that the inside of the windows are not greasy, as this lowers the efficiency of
the demister.
Use the diagnostic tool to check that the computer is correctly configured by reading the LC046
GEOGRAPHICAL ZONE configuration. If necessary, reconfigure the computer (CF024 GEOGRAPHICAL
ZONE) and check that the windscreen demisting operates correctly.
Check that the air extraction vents are not blocked.
Repair if necessary.
Is the fault still present?
YES
Check that there is no water leakage in the
passenger compartment which would significantly
increase the humidity and reduce the efficiency of
the demisting. Repair if necessary (see ALP12
Water in the passenger compartment).
Is the fault still present?
YES
Check that the compressor operates correctly by switching on the air conditioning (press the “AC” button).
Repair if necessary (see ALP8 NO COLD AIR).
Check that the condensation (water from the evaporator) evacuation ring is not obstructed (under the vehicle).
Repair if necessary.
NO
End of fault finding procedure.
NO End of fault finding procedure.
AFTER REPAIRCarry out a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
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ALP 5 No passenger compartment ventilation
NOTESOnly consult this customer complaint after a complete check with the diagnostic
tool.
Special notes:
The intermediate connector is located on the distribution-ventilation unit and the
passenger compartment blower unit control module is located slightly higher up,
below the heater matrix pipes.
Use the W iring Diagram Technical Note for the New Twingo.
Using the diagnostic tool, check that the passenger compartment
blower control setting given by the computer varies from 0 to 100 % by
checking parameter PR019 PASSENGER COMPARTMENT BLOWER
PWM SETTING (refer to the interpretation of this parameter).
Does the value vary?
Check that the control voltage (PWM) from the passenger compartment blower power module varies between 0
and 12 V (from 0 to 100 %) by measuring this voltage between connection 38LR of component 1023 and earth
MAN (connector disconnected).
Does the voltage vary correctly?
NOYES
Check the insulation and continuity of connection 38LR between components 419
and 1023.
If the connection is faulty (see Technical Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Wiring: Precautions for the repair), repair the wiring, otherwise replace the wiring.
Before ignition feed, check for + 12 V accessories feed on connection SP3 of
component 1023 in relation to the chassis earth.
●Check the continuity of connection MAN between the intermediate connector and
component 1023.
●Check the continuity of connection MAN between the intermediate connector and
the chassis earth.
If the connection is faulty (see Technical Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Wiring: Precautions for the repair), repair the wiring, otherwise replace the wiring.
If there is no +12 V accessories feed, check the condition and position of fuse F28 (30A)
in the passenger compartment fuse box. Consult section 81C Fuses.
If the checks do not reveal any faults, carry out conformity check on component 1016
and component 1428 if the vehicle is fitted with electric windows.
NOContact the
Techline.
AFTER REPAIRCarry out a complete check with the diagnostic tool.
CLIM_V44_ALP5