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Air Conditioning (Diagnostics - Introduction): Other Lexus GS III facelift

Automatic HVAC System 11 illustrations ~780 words

PRECAUTION

Note. When disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, initialize the following systems after the cable is reconnected.

System NameSee procedure
Intuitive Parking Assist SystemRefer to INITIALIZATION
Theft Deterrent System
Variable Gear Ratio Steering System

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Scheme 187: SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Transmitting ECU (transmitter)SignalsCommunication Method
Front Door RH ECUMirror heater operation signalBEAN
Front Door LH ECUMirror heater operation signalBEAN
ECMHeater relay signalCAN
ECMMagnetic clutch signalCAN
ECMRear defogger relay operation signalCAN
ECMIdle up signalCAN
ECMA/C compressor signalCAN
ECMProhibition of charge signalCAN
ECMHeater valve signalCAN
ECMPressure sensor signalCAN
Distance Control ECUAmbient temperature signalCAN
Multi-displayAmbient temperature signalAVC-LAN
Multi-displayIND display signalAVC-LAN
Multi-displayBuzzer signalAVC-LAN
Multi-displayDriver and passenger side set temperature indication signalAVC-LAN

Input signal to A/C amplifier

Transmitting ECU (transmitter)SignalsCommunication Method
Combination MeterVehicle speed signalBEAN
ECMEngine revolution speed signalCAN
ECMEngine coolant temperature signalCAN
ECMAmbient temperature signalCAN
ECMA/C compressor lock signalCAN
ECMA/C control cut signalCAN
ECMA/C compressor control signalCAN
Multi-displayA/C operation signalAVC-LAN
Multi-displayRear defogger operation signalAVC-LAN
Multi-displayMirror heater operation signalAVC-LAN
Multi-displayWiper deicer operation signalAVC-LAN

Output signal to A/C amplifier

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  1. GENERAL The air conditioning system has the following features: In compliance with the temperature set with the temperature control switch, the A/C amplifier calculates the outlet temperature based on the input signals from various sensors. In addition, corrections in accordance with the signals from the room humidity sensor and the water temperature sensor are added to control the outlet air temperature. Controls the blower motor in accordance with the airflow volume that has been calculated by A/C amplifier based on the input signals from various sensors. Automatically changes the outlets in accordance with the outlet mode ratio that has been calculated by the A/C amplifier based on the input signals from various sensors. Automatically controls the air inlet control damper in accordance with the airflow volume that has been calculated by the A/C amplifier. Based on the signals from the ambient temperature sensor, this control calculates the outside temperature, which is then corrected in the air conditioning amplifier, and shown in the multi-information display in the combination meter. Turns the rear defogger and outside rear mirror heaters on for 15 minutes when the rear defogger switch is pressed. Turns them off if the switch is pressed while they are operating. The A/C amplifier automatically controls the air inlets based on the signals from the smog ventilation sensor. Checks the sensors in accordance with operation of the air conditioner switches. HINT: The smart connector has a built-in IC that enables communication with the A/C amplifier servomotor driving and position detection. The A/C amplifier equipped with the function of controlling the indicator lighting.
  2. MODEL POSITION AND DAMPER OPERATION Control Damper Control Position Damper Position Operation Air Inlet Control Damper FRESH B Brings in fresh air. RECIRC A Recirculates internal air. Air Mix Control Film Damper Driver and Front Passenger Side MAX COOL to MAX HOT (TEMP. SETTING 18 to 32°C (64 to 90°F)) C, D, E Varies the mixture ratio of the fresh air and the recirculation air in order to regulate the temperature continuously from HOT to COOL. Mode Control Film Damper Driver and Front Passenger Side FACE I, J, L, P, U Air blows out of the front and rear center registers, and side registers. *1 BI - LEVEL I, Q, M, R, T Air mainly blows out of the front and rear center registers, side registers, and footwell register ducts. FOOT H, K, N, O, S Air mainly blows out of the front and rear footwell register ducts. In addition, air blows out slightly from the front and side defrosters, and the side registers. *2 FOOT / DEF G, K, N, O, T Air mainly blows out of the front and side defrosters to defrost the windshield. Air also blows out from the front and rear footwell register ducts, and the side registers. *2 DEF F, K, N, O, U Air blows out of the front and side defrosters and side registers to defrost the windshield. *1: In the multi mode, air blows out of all the air outlets except the front and side defroster. *2: In the multi mode, air blows out of all the air outlets.
  3. AIR OUTLETS AND AIRFLOW VOLUME Air Outlet Mode Selectable Mode Register Driver Passenger Rear Automatic Manual Center Side Center Side Center FACE U FACE L B/L U B/L L FOOT (DEF=0) FOOT D FOOT R FOOT F F/D DEF - - - - - Air Outlet Position Symbol A B C D E Air Outlet Mode Footwell Defroster Driver Passenger Driver Passenger Front Rear Front Rear Front Side Front Side FACE U - - - - - - - - FACE L - - - - B/L U - - - - B/L L - - - - FOOT (DEF=0) - - - - FOOT D FOOT R FOOT F F/D DEF - - - - Air Outlet Position Symbol F G H I J K L M HINT: The size of the circle indicates the proportion of airflow volume. There are 4 sizes.

CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS

HINT

The following items can be customized.

Note. When the customer requests a change in a function, first make sure that the function can be customized. Be sure to make a note of the current settings before customizing. When troubleshooting a function, first make sure that the function is set to the default setting.

Tester DisplayDefaultContentsSetting
Shift Set Temperature (Set Temp Shift)NORMALTo control with the shifted temperature against the display temperature+2 C / +1 C / NORMAL / -1 C / -2 C
Air Inlet Mode (Air Inlet Mode)AUTOIn case of turning the A/C ON when you desire to make the compartment cool down quickly, this is the function to change the mode automatically to RECIRCULATION modeMANUAL / AUTO
Compressor Mode (Compressor Mode)AUTOFunction to turn the A/C ON automatically by pressing the AUTO button when the blower is ON and the A/C is OFFMANUAL / AUTO
Compressor/DEF Mode (Comprs/DEF Oper)LINKFunction to turn the A/C ON automatically linked with the FRONT DEF button when A/C OFFMANUAL / LINK
Evaporator Control (Evap Ctrl)AUTOFunction to set the evaporator control to the AUTOMATIC position (AUTO) to save power, or to the coldest position (MANUAL) to dehumidify the air and to prevent the windows from fogging upMANUAL / AUTO
Emission Gas Sensor Shift (Gas Sens Shift)NORMALFunction to change the sensitivity of the exhaust gas sensorMU MORE / MORE / LI MORE / NORMAL / LI LESS / LESS / MU LESS
Button Press Buzzer (Button Prs Buz)ONFunction to sound a buzzer when button is pressedOFF / ON
Foot/DEF Auto Mode (Foot/DEF Mode)ONFunction to turn the airflow from FOOT / DEF ON automatically when AUTO MODE is ONOFF / ON
Foot/DEF Auto Blow Up (Auto Blow Up)ONFunction to change the blower level automatically when the defroster is ONOFF / ON
Ambient Temperature Shift (Ambient Tmp Sft)NORMALFunction to control the shifted ambient temperature in relation to the displayed ambient temperature+3 C / +2 C / +1 C / NORMAL / -1 C / -2 C / -3 C
Foot Air Leak (Foot Air Leak)ONFunction to cut off the airstream felt underfoot while the vehicle is movingOFF / ON

Air Conditioner