compressor SUBARU FORESTER 2004 Service Owner's Manual

AC-10
HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C)(DIAGNOSTIC)
Diagnostic Chart for Self-Diagnosis
Step Check Yes No
1 SELECT CONTROL PANEL TO SELF-DIAG-
NOSIS MODE.
1) Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
2) Start the engine while pressing defroster
switch and A/C switch.
N
OTE:
Self-diagnosis can also be performed with the
ignition switch ON, but start the engine be-
cause telling the magnet clutch operation is dif-
ficult.
3) The LED in A/C control panel blinks.Does the self-diagnosis mode
operate?Go to step 2. C OR SELF-DIAG-
NOSIS SYS-
TEMS DO NOT
OPERATE, Diag-
nostics for A/C
System Malfunc-
tion.>
2 CHECK LED ILLUMINATION.
Make sure that three LED blink in turn on A/C
control panel (5 patterns are repeated 2 times).Do all LED blink? Go to step 3.Go to step 5.
3 CHECK SENSORS MALFUNCTION.
1) After completing the LED check or when
AUTO switch is pressed, the A/C switch LED
illuminates, and then the sensor check is
started.
2) Check the input signal of each sensor in
turn. If there are any trouble for each sensor,
DEF, MODE and fan speed LEDs are blinked.
Also check for each sensor is possible respec-
tively every time AUTO switch is pressed. (At
this time, the AUTO switch LED illuminates.)
3) If there is no trouble, DEF, MODE and fan
speed LEDs are turned off.
N
OTE:
Rear window defogger LED illuminates in case
of stored malfunction but does not illuminate in
case of present malfunction.Does each DEF, MODE and
fan speed LED turn off?Go to step 4.Confirm the com-
bination of illumi-
nating LEDs by
using Sensor
Check Table, and
identify the mal-
functioning sensor
before repairing.
SENSOR CHECK
TABLE, OPERA-
TION, Diagnostic
Chart for Self-
Diagnosis.>
4 CHECK OPERATION OF EACH ACTUATOR,
COMPRESSOR AND FAN MOTOR.
1) Press the FRESH/RECIRC switch
(FRESH/RECIRC switch LED illuminates at
this time.).
2) Refer to OPERATING MODE TABLE to
check the operation of each actuator, compres-
sor and fan motor. ING MODE TABLE, OPERATION, Diagnostic
Chart for Self-Diagnosis.>
Also check for each step is possible respec-
tively every time AUTO switch pressed. (At this
time, the AUTO switch LED illuminates.)Does each actuator, compres-
sor and fan motor operate
according to operating mode
table?Press the OFF
switch or turn the
ignition switch to
OFF and finish the
self-diagnosis
mode.Refer to each
diagnostics chart
for actuator, com-
pressor and fan
motor, and repair
the malfunctioning
par t as necessary.
Diagnostics for A/
C System Mal-
function.> AC-21, Diagnostic
Procedure for
Actuators.>
5 CHECK POOR CONTACT.
Check the auto A/C control module connector
for poor contact.Is there a poor contact in con-
nector?Replace the auto
A/C control mod-
ule.Repair the con-
nector.

AC-11
HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C)(DIAGNOSTIC)
Diagnostic Chart for Self-Diagnosis
1. SENSOR CHECK TABLE
NOTE:
When the sunload sensor is checked indoors or in the shade, open circuit might be indicated. Always check
the sunload sensor at a place where sun shines directly on it.
*1: Only present malfunction is indicated for open circuit of sunload sensor. (However, stored malfunction can be indicated for
short circuit of sunload sensor.)
2. OPERATING MODE TABLE
Diag-
nostic
stepsChecked sensorOpen circuit Short circuitPresent
malfunctionStored
malfunction
DEF LEDMODE/FAN
LEDDEF LEDMODE/FAN
LEDREAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER LED
1 In-vehicle sensor
Tu r n o f fVENT
LED blinks
IlluminateVENT
LED blinks
Turn off Illuminate 2 Ambient sensorBI-LEVEL
LED blinksBI-LEVEL
LED blinks
3 Evaporator sensorHEAT
LED blinksHEAT
LED blinks
4 Sunload sensor*1DEF/HEAT
LED blinksDEF/HEAT
LED blinks
5 Air mix door actuator P.B.R.Fan speed
1st
LED blinksFan speed
1st
LED blinks
6Combination meter commu-
nication (Ambient sensor)Fan speed
2nd
LED blinksFan speed
2nd
LED blinks
When all parts are in good condition Turn off
Step 12345678
Illuminating LEDVENT
LEDBI-LEVEL
VENTHEAT LEDDEF/HEAT
LEDFan speed
1st LEDFan speed
2nd LEDFan speed
3rd LEDFan speed
4th LED
Fan speed LO LO ML ML ML MH MH HI
Mode actuator VENT VENT VENT BI-LEVEL HEAT HEAT DEF/HEAT DEF
Intake actuator FRESH RECIRC RECIRC FRESH FRESH FRESH FRESH FRESH
Air mix door actuatorFULL
COOL
(0%)FULL
COOL
(0%)FULL
COOL
(0%)MEDIUM
(50%)MEDIUM
(50%)FULL HOT
(100%)FULL HOT
(100%)FULL HOT
(100%)
Compressor
(magnet clutch)OFFONONONONONONON

AC-16
HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C)(DIAGNOSTIC)
Diagnostics for A/C System Malfunction
C: COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE DOES NOT CHANGE, OR A/C SYSTEM
DOES NOT RESPOND PROMPTLY.
TROUBLE SYMPTOM:
 Compartment temperature is not changed. (No cool air is discharged.)
 A/C system does not respond quickly.
WIRING DIAGRAM:
 LHD model
AC-00882
A: B134 :
B: B135 :
B202
D: B137 :C: B136 :
F2F27
EA:
i48
F27
F17
F79
F45
B62
B202
i41
F24
F24
F16F79
F45
F17
B:
i49A:
B134 B136
B135 B137C:
B:D:IGNITION
SWITCHBATTERY
A/C RELAY HOLDER
FAN RELAY
FAN RELAY
A/C RELAY
PRESSURE SWITCH
COMPRESSOR
MAGNET
CLUTCH FAN MODE RELAYSUB FAN FUSE
MAIN FAN FUSE
MAIN FAN MOTOR
1
M
SBF-1SBF-4F/B NO.17
F/B NO.18
1
2
3
2
1
4
3033
32 31
34
86
7 9
5
2926
27 28
25
1916
15 18
17
43
21
B15A10B17
F17
MAIN FAN MOTOR
M
F16
SUB FAN MOTOR
M
F16
SUB FAN MOTOR
M
1
2112 1314
15 16171819
20
10
1121222324
2526272829
3031323334
35
36
12
93456
7
82 314
567
82 1
94
310
24 22 23 251112131415
26 27
281617181920 21
4
1
53
2618 15 167891011
17 19
20121314
1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303132333435
AUTO A/C
CONTROL MODULE ECM
2421
1234 5678910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
123 4567
8910 11 12 13 14 15 16
56
78 2 1
94
310
24 22 23 251112131415
261617181920 21
34 12 8910 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24567
D: B137 :
B: B135 :C: B136 :
A: i48
12345678
910 11 12 13 14 15 16
B: i49
12345678910
11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20
: TURBO MODEL : B33
NON-TURBO MODEL : A91*
: TURBO MODEL : B24
NON-TURBO MODEL : A132*
: TURBO MODEL : B25
NON-TURBO MODEL : A143*
: TURBO MODEL : C30
NON-TURBO MODEL : B114*
: TURBO MODEL : D17
NON-TURBO MODEL : C115*
: TURBO MODEL : D13
NON-TURBO MODEL : D136*
: TURBO MODELTB
: NON-TURBO MODEL
NA
: EXCEPT NON-TURBO
AT MODEL
ET
ETNA
TB
TBNANANATB
1112
10
3
18 1
*2*3*4*5*6*
2F2
B100
ET
ETTA
TA
ET
TA
ET
: TURBO AT MODEL
TATA
TA
ET
:
ET :
F16
F17
TA :
TA :
567
82 1
94 310
24 22 23 2511 12 13 14 15
26 27
2816 17 18 19
20 21
29 30 31 32 33 34 3556
782 1
94 310
24 22 23 2511 12 13
1415
26 27
2816
17 18 19 20 21
33 34 29
32 30
31 35
567
82 1
94 310
22 23 11 12 13 14 15
24 25
2616 17
18 19 20 21
27 28 29 30 31
12
1
2
2 1
12

AC-17
HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C)(DIAGNOSTIC)
Diagnostics for A/C System Malfunction
 RHD model
AC-00883
A: B134 :
B: B135 :
B202
D: B137 :C: B136 :
F2F27
EA:
i48
F27
F17
F79
B202
i41
B201
i40
F24
F16F79
B201
F17
B:
i49A:
B134 B136
B135 B137C:
B:D:IGNITION
SWITCHBATTERY
A/C RELAY HOLDER
FAN RELAY
FAN RELAY
A/C RELAY
PRESSURE SWITCH
COMPRESSOR
MAGNET
CLUTCH FAN MODE RELAYSUB FAN FUSE
MAIN FAN FUSE
MAIN FAN MOTOR
1
M
SBF-1SBF-4F/B NO.17
F/B NO.18
1
2
3
2
1
4
3033
32 31
34
86
7 9
5
2926
27 28
25
1916
15 18
17
43
21
B15A10B17
F17
MAIN FAN MOTOR
M
F16
SUB FAN MOTOR
M2
1
F16
SUB FAN MOTOR
M
2112 1314
15 16171819
20
10
1121222324
2526272829
3031323334
35
36
12
93456
7
82 314
567
82 1
94
310
24 22 23 251112131415
26 27
281617181920 21
4
1
53
2618 15 167891011
17 19
20121314
1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303132333435
AUTO A/C
CONTROL MODULE ECM
2123
56
78 2 1
94
310
24 22 23 251112131415
261617181920 21
34 12 8910 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24567
D: B137 :
B: B135 :C: B136 :
A: i48
12345678
910 11 12 13 14 15 16
B: i49
12345678910
11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20
: TURBO MODEL : B33
NON-TURBO MODEL : A91*
: TURBO MODEL : B24
NON-TURBO MODEL : A132*
: TURBO MODEL : B25
NON-TURBO MODEL : A143*
: TURBO MODEL : C30
NON-TURBO MODEL : B114*
: TURBO MODEL : D17
NON-TURBO MODEL : C115*
: TURBO MODEL : D13
NON-TURBO MODEL : D136*
: TURBO MODELTB
: NON-TURBO MODEL
NA
: EXCEPT NON-TURBO
AT MODEL
ET
ETNA
TB
TBNANANATB
1918
7
2122
3 1
*2*3*4*5*6*
F2
B100
ET
ETTA
TA
ET
TA
ET
: TURBO AT MODEL
TATA
TA
ET
:
ET :
567
82 1
94 310
24 22 23 2511 12 13 14 15
26 27
2816 17 18 19
20 21
29 30 31 32 33 34 3556
782 1
94 310
24 22 23 2511 12 13
1415
26 27
2816
17 18 19 20 21
33 34 29
32 30
31 35
567
82 1
94 310
22 23 11 12 13 14 15
24 25
2616 17
18 19 20 21
27 28 29 30 31
12345 678910
11
1219 20 21
13 14 151617
18 22
34 12 8910 11
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 2456 7
F24
1
F16
F17
TA :
TA :
12
2 1
2 1

AC-18
HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C)(DIAGNOSTIC)
Diagnostics for A/C System Malfunction
Step Check Yes No
1 CHECK FUSE.
1) Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
2) Remove the main fan fuse and sub fan fuse
in main fuse box.
3) Check the condition of fuse.Is the fuse blown out? Replace the fuse. Go to step 2.
2 CHECK THE POWER SUPPLY TO PRES-
SURE SWITCH.
1) Disconnect the connector from pressure
switch.
2) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
3) Measure the voltage between harness con-
nector and chassis ground.
Connector & terminal
(F79) No. 1 (+) — Chassis ground (
−):Is the voltage more than 10 V? Go to step 3.Repair the har-
ness for pressure
switch power sup-
ply circuit.
3 CHECK THE HARNESS BETWEEN PRES-
SURE SWITCH AND A/C RELAY HARNESS.
1) Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
2) Remove the A/C relay in the main fuse box.
3) Measure the resistance between A/C relay
and pressure switch connector.
Connector & terminal
(F27) No. 17 — (F79) No. 2:Is the resistance less than 1
Ω?Go to step 4.Repair the har-
ness between A/C
relay and pres-
sure switch.
4 CHECK THE PRESSURE SWITCH.
Measure the resistance between pressure
switch terminals.
Te r m i n a l s
No. 1 — No. 2:Is the resistance less than 1
Ω?Go to step 5.Replace the pres-
sure switch.
5 CHECK THE A/C CUT SIGNAL CIRCUIT.
1) Disconnect the connector from auto A/C
control module.
2) Measure the resistance between auto A/C
control module and pressure switch connector.
Connector & terminal
(i48) No. 10 — (F79) No. 2:Is the resistance less than 1
Ω?Go to step 6.Repair the har-
ness between auto
A/C control mod-
ule and pressure
switch.
6 CHECK THE A/C ON SIGNAL CIRCUIT.
1) Disconnect the connector from ECM.
2) Measure the resistance between ECM and
auto A/C control module connector.
Connector & terminal
Turbo model
(B137) No. 17 — (i49) No. 17:
Non-turbo model
(B136) No. 11 — (i49) No. 17:Is the resistance less than 1
Ω?Go to step 7.Repair the har-
ness between auto
A/C control mod-
ule and ECM.
7 CHECK A/C RELAY.
1) Remove the A/C relay in main fuse box.
2) Check the A/C relay. INSPECTION, Relay and Fuse.>Is the operation of the relay
OK?Go to step 8.Replace the A/C
relay.
8 CHECK POWER SUPPLY TO MAGNET
CLUTCH OF A/C COMPRESSOR.
1) Turn the ignition switch to OFF, and then
connect the A/C relay connector and all
removed connectors.
2) Start the engine, and turn A/C switch to
ON.
3) Set the temperature control dial to maxi-
mum cold position.
4) Measure the voltage between magnet
clutch harness connector and chassis ground.
Connector & terminal
(F24) No. 1 (+) — Chassis ground (
−):Is the voltage more than 10.5 V
(at normal temperature)?Go to step 9.Repair the har-
ness for power
supply line of A/C
compressor.

AC-41
HVAC SYSTEM (AUTO A/C)(DIAGNOSTIC)
General Diagnostic Table
9. General Diagnostic Table
A: INSPECTION
Symptom Problem parts
A/C system fails to operate.Fuse
 Connector (Poor contact)
Ground
 Auto A/C control module
 Blower fan motor
 Blower fan relay
 A/C Relay
 Compressor (Magnet clutch)
 Evaporator sensor
Fuse is blown out.Fuse
 Connector (Poor contact)
Illumination cannot dim.Fuse
 Connector (Poor contact)
 Auto A/C control module
Blower fan does not rotate or fan speed cannot be controlled.Fuse
 Connector (Poor contact)
Ground
 Auto A/C control module
 Blower fan motor
 Blower fan relay
Unable to switch suction vents. Connector (Poor contact)
 Auto A/C control module
 Intake door actuator
Unable to switch blow vents. Connector (Poor contact)
 Auto A/C control module
 Mode door actuator
Compartment temperature does not increase. (No hot air is dis-
charged.) Connector (Poor contact)
 Auto A/C control module
 Air mix door actuator
 In-vehicle sensor, ambient sensor, evaporator sensor and
sunload sensor
 In-vehicle sensor aspirator hose
Compartment temperature does not decrease. (No cool air is
discharged.) Connector (Poor contact)
 Auto A/C control module
 Air mix door actuator
 A/C Relay
 Compressor (Magnet clutch)
 Radiator fan motor
 Radiator fan relay
 In-vehicle sensor, ambient sensor, evaporator sensor and
sunload sensor
 In-vehicle sensor aspirator hose
Compartment temperature is higher or lower than setting tem-
perature. Auto A/C control module
 Air mix door actuator
 In-vehicle sensor, ambient sensor, evaporator sensor and
sunload sensor
 In-vehicle sensor aspirator hose
Compartment temperature does not quickly respond to setting
temperature. Air mix door actuator
 In-vehicle sensor, ambient sensor, evaporator sensor and
sunload sensor
 In-vehicle sensor aspirator hose
Radiator fan does not rotate during A/C operation. Radiator fan motor
 Radiator fan relay

RM-5
RECOMMENDED MATERIAL
Recommended Materials
4. FLUID
Use the fluids specified in the table below. Do not mix two different kinds or makes of fluid.
5. COOLANT
Use genuine coolant to protect the engine.
6. REFRIGERANT
Standard air conditioners on Subaru vehicles use HFC134a refrigerant. Do not mix it with other refrigerants.
Also, do not use any air compressor oil except for ZXL200PG.
7. GREASE
Use the grease and supplementary lubricants shown in the table below.
SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature SAE J300
Manual transmission oil, front differential oil and rear differential oil
Fluid Recommended Alternative Remarks
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON III — —
Power steering fluid DEXRON III — —
Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116 DOT3 FMVSS No. 116 DOT4 —
Clutch fluid FMVSS No. 116 DOT3 FMVSS No. 116 DOT4 —
Coolant Recommended Item number Alternative
Coolant SUBARU coolant 000016218 None
Water for dilution Distilled water — Tap water (Soft water)
Air conditioner Recommended Item number Alternative
Refrigerant HFC134a — None
Compressor oil ZXL200PG — None
Grease Application point Recommended Item number Alternative
Supplementary lubricants  Oxygen sensor
 Bolts, etc.SUBARU CRC 004301003 —
RM-00004 (F)–22 –4 14 50 68 86 104 (C)–30 –20 –100
10 20 30 40
85W
75W-9080W90
32

PI-5
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
1. APPEARANCE CHECK
1) If the vehicle is covered with protective coating,
visually check the vehicle body for damage and
dents.
2) If there is no protective coating, check the body
paints for small areas of damage or stains and re-
pair as necessary.
3) Check the window glass, door glass, and lights
for any cracks or damage and repair or replace the
parts as necessary.
4) Check the plated parts, such as the grilles and
door knobs, for damage or loss of gloss and repair
or replace the parts as necessary.
2. TIRE CHECK
 Check the tire outer faces for any damage.
 Check the tire air pressure by referring to the fol-
lowing table.
3. FUSE INSTALLATION
A vehicle just delivered has no fuse for the room
lamp circuit to prevent battery discharge. Attach a
15 A fuse (A) as shown in the figure.
4. CONNECTION OF AIR CONDITIONER
HARNESS
A vehicle just delivered has its air conditioner har-
ness disconnected to protect the air conditioner
compressor. Connect the harness as shown in the
figure.
5. CHECK THE DOORS FOR LOCK/UN-
LOCK AND OPEN/CLOSE OPERATIONS.
1) Using the key, lock and unlock the door several
times to check for normal operation. Open and
close the door several times for smooth movement.Tire sizeTire inflation pressure
kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
Front Rear
205/70R15
200 (2.0, 29) 190 (1.9, 28) 215/60R16
P215/60R16
PI-00001(A)
(A) Unlock
(B) Lock
PI-00002
PI-00070
(A)
(B)

PI-12
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION
Pre-delivery Inspection
6) Set the AT select lever to each gear position
while checking that the demanded gear position is
correctly attained.
39.HEATER & VENTILATION
Operate the heater and ventilation system to check
for normal airflow outlet control, air inlet control, air-
flow capacity, and heating performance.
40.AIR CONDITIONER
Operate the air conditioner. Check that the A/C
compressor operates normally and enough cooling
is provided.
41.ATF LEVEL
Check that the ATF level is normal. If insufficient,
check that no leaks are found. Then add the neces-
sary amount of the specified ATF.
42.POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
Check that the power steering fluid level is normal.
If insufficient, check that no leaks are found. Then
add the necessary amount of the specified power
steering fluid.
43.FLUID LEAK CHECK
Check the entire areas of the vehicle for any trace
of coolant/oil/fluid leaks.
44.WATER LEAK TEST
Spray the vehicle with water and check that no wa-
ter enters the passenger compartment.
 Before performing the water leakage test, re-
move anything that may obstruct the operation or
which must be kept dry.
 Close all windows completely, and then close all
doors tightly. Close the hood before starting the
test.
 Connect a hose to a tap, and spray water on the
vehicle. The rate of water discharge must be ap-
prox. 20 — 252 (5.3 — 6.6 US gal, 4.4 — 5.5 Imp
gal) per minute.
When spraying water on areas adjacent to the floor
and wheel house, increase the pressure. When di-
recting water on areas other than the floor portion
and wheel house, decrease the pressure. But the
force of water must be made strong occasionally by
pressing the end of the hose.
NOTE:
Be sure to keep the hose at least 10 cm (3.9 in)
from the vehicle.
Check the following areas:
 Front window and body framework mating por-
tion
 Door mating portions
 Glass mating portions
 Rear quarter window mating portions
 Rear window and body framework mating portion
 Around roof drips
(1) RHD model
(2) LHD model
Selector
Po si t io nGear Position
1st 2nd 3rd 4th
D OKOKOKOK
3 OKOKOK —
2OKOK——
1OK———
(A) Level gauge
(B) Check position when “HOT”
(C) Upper level
(D) Lower level
(E) Check position when “COLD”
PI-00112(1) (2)
P
R
N
D
3
2
1
PI-00105
COLD
LFHOT LF
(A)
(C)
(D)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(B)
(A) Reservoir tank
(B) MIN level
(C) MAX level
PM-00070
(A)
(C)
(B)

PM-11
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SERVICE
V-belt
6. V-belt
A: INSPECTION
1) Replace the belts, if cracks, fraying or wear is
found.
2) Check the V-belt tension and adjust it if neces-
sary by changing the generator installing position
or idler pulley installing position. REPLACEMENT, V-belt.>
Belt tension
(A)
replaced: 7.0 — 9.0 mm (0.276 — 0.354 in)
reused: 9.0 — 10.0 mm (0.354 — 0.394 in)
(B)
replaced: 7.5 — 8.5 mm (0.295 — 0.335 in)
reused: 9.0 — 10.0 mm (0.354 — 0.394 in)
B: REPLACEMENT
1. V-BELT COVER
1) Remove the V-belt cover.
 Non-turbo model Turbo model
2. FRONT SIDE BELT (DRIVING POWER
STEERING OIL PUMP AND GENERATOR)
NOTE:
Wipe off any oil or water on the belt and pulley.
1) Loosen the lock bolt (A).
2) Loosen the slider bolt (B).
3) Remove the front side belt (C).
4) Install a new belt, and tighten the slider bolt (B)
so as to obtain the specified belt tension.
5) Tighten the lock bolt (A).
6) Tighten the slider bolt (B).
Tightening torque:
Lock bolt
25 N·m (2.5 kgf-m, 18 ft-lb)
Slider bolt:
8 N·m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.8 ft-lb)
(A) Front side belt
(B) Rear side belt
C/P Crank pulley
GEN Generator
P/S Power steering oil pump pulley
A/C Air conditioning compressor pulley
I/P Idler pulley
C/P P/SA/C
GEN
(A)(B) 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
I/P
PM-00002
PM-00003
SC-00096
PM-00004
(B)
(C)
(A)