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Control System - HVAC (Full Auto Air Conditioner): Diagnosis Mazda 3 BL рестайлинг

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AIR INTAKE ACTUATOR INSPECTION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]

  1. Connect battery positive voltage to air intake actuator terminal B (or C), connect terminal C (or B) to ground, and then verify that the air intake actuator operates as shown in the table. If the operation condition is not normal, replace the air intake actuator.

Air Intake Actuator Operation Chart. Scheme 4

Scheme 4: Air Intake Actuator Operation Chart
TerminalAir intake actuator operation
BC
B+GroundFRESH --> RECIRCULATE
GroundB+RECIRCULATE --> FRESH

Scheme 5

Scheme 5: Driver-side

Scheme 6

Scheme 6
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520388-S24063200782013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520412-S07601908282013010300000).)
  2. Disconnect the connector.
  3. Remove the hook (1), remove the rod (2) from the air mix actuator link. (Scheme 5): Hook, Rod And Air Mix Actuator Link
  4. Remove the screw. (Scheme 6): Driver-Side Air Mix Actuator And Screw
  5. Remove the driver-side air mix actuator.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 7

Scheme 7: Passenger-side
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520388-S24063200782013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520412-S07601908282013010300000).)
  2. Remove the following parts: Front scuff plate (Passenger-side) (See «FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S34787470772013010300000).) Front side trim (Passenger-side) (See «FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S10636860092013010300000).) Dashboard under cover (See «DASHBOARD UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S21271611252013010300000).) Glove compartment (See «GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S00904275812013010300000).) Lower panel (Passenger side) (See «LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S41081192382013010300000).) Shower duct (Passenger side) (See «A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S01420897172013010300000).)
  3. Disconnect the connector.
  4. Remove the screw. (Scheme 7): Connector, Screw And Passenger-Side Air Mix Actuator
  5. Remove the passenger-side air mix actuator.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

AIR MIX ACTUATOR INSPECTION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]

CAUTIONIf the lever position exceeds the operation range shown in the figure, the circuit in the actuator could be damaged. Always perform an actuator operation inspection with the lever movement within the range shown in the figure.

Scheme 8

Scheme 8: Driver-side

Scheme 9

Scheme 9
  1. Connect battery positive voltage to air mix actuator terminal C (or B), connect terminal B (or C) to ground, and then verify that the air mix actuator operates as shown in the table. If the operation condition is not normal, replace the air mix actuator. (Scheme 8): Air Mix Actuator Operation Chart Terminal Air mix actuator operation B C B+ Ground COLD --> HOT Ground B+ HOT --> COLD
  2. Verify that the resistance between terminals F and G, E and F matches the air mix actuator operation as shown in the graph. If the operation condition and resistance are not normal, replace the air mix actuator. (Scheme 9): Air Mix Actuator Terminals Resistance Graph

Scheme 10

Scheme 10: Passenger-side

Scheme 11

Scheme 11
  1. Connect battery positive voltage to air mix actuator terminal C (or B), connect terminal B (or C) to ground, and then verify that the air mix actuator operates as shown in the table. If the operation condition is not normal, replace the air mix actuator. (Scheme 10): Air Mix Actuator Operation Chart Terminal Air mix actuator operation B C B+ Ground HOT --> COLD Ground B+ COLD --> HOT
  2. Verify that the resistance between terminals F and G, E and F matches the air mix actuator operation as shown in the graph. If the operation condition and resistance are not normal, replace the air mix actuator. (Scheme 11): Air Mix Actuator Terminals Resistance Graph

Scheme 12

Scheme 12: AIRFLOW MODE ACTUATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]
  1. Set the air intake mode to FRESH.
  2. Set the air mix mode to MAX COLD.
  3. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520388-S24063200782013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520412-S07601908282013010300000).)
  4. Remove the following parts: Front doors (See «FRONT DOOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520502-S29761468942013010300000).) Front scuff plate (See «FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S34787470772013010300000).) Front side trim (See «FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S10636860092013010300000).) Dashboard under cover (See «DASHBOARD UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S21271611252013010300000).) Glove compartment (See «GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S00904275812013010300000).) Upper panel (See «UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S17814587652013010300000).) Shift lever knob (MTX) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G66M-R]»(ref-520488-S03861652532013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [A26M-R]»(ref-520490-S28221261652013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [C66M-R]»(ref-520489-S37301789532013010300000).) Selector lever knob (ATX) (See «AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520491-S31259650412013010300000).) Shift panel (See «SHIFT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S17124509942013010300000).) Side wall (See «SIDE WALL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S11769586082013010300000).) Console (See «CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S28438507612013010300000).) Shift lever component (MTX) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G66M-R]»(ref-520488-S03861652532013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [A26M-R]»(ref-520490-S28221261652013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [C66M-R]»(ref-520489-S37301789532013010300000).) Selector lever component (ATX) (See «AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520491-S31259650412013010300000).) Hood release lever (See «HOOD LATCH AND RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520433-S28071592822013010300000).) Lower panel (See «LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S41081192382013010300000).) Knee bolster (See «KNEE BOLSTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S27123388922013010300000).) Driver-side air bag module (See «DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM]»(ref-520390-S38458334842013010300000).) (See «DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM]»(ref-520390-S30398979032013010300000).) Steering wheel (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S38694288302013010300000).) (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S21804587892013010300000).) Column cover (See «COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S20642177192013010300000).) Combination switch (See «COMBINATION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520371-S40136905382013010300000).) Joint cover (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S38694288302013010300000).) (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S21804587892013010300000).) Steering shaft (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S38694288302013010300000).) (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S21804587892013010300000).) Center panel (See «CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S30556586742013010300000).) Audio unit (See «AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520392-S39809031982013010300000).) Climate control unit (See «CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]»(ref-520438-S23945830732013010300000).) Instrument cluster (See «INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520387-S33083702672013010300000).) Center cover (See «CENTER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S03838017672013010300000).) Dashboard upper panel (See «DASHBOARD UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S05052835622013010300000).) Hole cover (See «HOLE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S27042200702013010300000).) Information display (See «INFORMATION DISPLAY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520387-S03721336672013010300000).) A-pillar trim (See «A-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S23919795892013010300000).) Front fender molding (See «COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S03226136712013010300000).) Windshield wiper arm and blade (See «WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM AND BLADE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520457-S22760724222013010300000).) Cowl grille (See «COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S03226136712013010300000).) Windshield wiper motor (See «WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520457-S41944567142013010300000).) Rear heat duct (1) (See «REAR HEAT DUCT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S38287141522013010300000).) Shower ducts (See «A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S01420897172013010300000).) Heater case (See «A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S01420897172013010300000).)
  5. Remove the nuts and bolts for installing the dashboard to the body.
  6. Remove the nuts and bolts for installing the A/C unit to the dashboard.
  7. Remove the accelerator pedal. (See «ACCELERATOR PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520380-S21553458192013010300000).) (See «ACCELERATOR PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520406-S15113497872013010300000).)
  8. Disconnect the following connectors: Blower motor connector Power MOS FET connector Evaporator temperature sensor connector Air intake actuator connector Air mix actuator connector Airflow mode actuator connector
  9. Remove the dashboard. (See «DASHBOARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S25921094582013010300000).)
  10. Remove the airflow mode rod from the airflow mode actuator.
  11. Remove the screw. (Scheme 12): Identifying Screw And Airflow Mode Actuator
  12. Remove the airflow mode actuator. (See «AIRFLOW MODE ACTUATOR DISASSEMBLE NOTE»(ref-520438-S22219157472013010300000).)
  13. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 13

Scheme 13: Airflow Mode Actuator Disassemble Note
  1. Remove the airflow mode actuator bracket as shown in the figure. (Scheme 13): Identifying Airflow Mode Actuator And Bracket

AIRFLOW MODE ACTUATOR INSPECTION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]

CAUTIONIf the lever position exceeds the operation range shown in the figure, the circuit in the actuator could be damaged. Always perform an actuator operation inspection with the lever movement within the range shown in the figure.

Scheme 14

Scheme 14

Scheme 15

Scheme 15
  1. Connect battery positive voltage to airflow mode actuator terminal D (or F), connect terminal F (or D) to ground, and then verify that the airflow mode actuator operates as shown in the table. If the operation condition is not normal, replace the airflow mode actuator. (Scheme 14): Airflow Mode Actuator Operation Chart Terminal Airflow mode actuator operation D F B+ Ground DEFROSTER --> VENT Ground B+ VENT --> DEFROSTER
  2. Verify that the resistance between terminals B and C, C and A matches the airflow mode actuator operation as shown in the graph. (Scheme 15): Air Mix Actuator Terminals Resistance Graph If the operation condition and resistance are not normal, replace the airflow mode actuator.

EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR INSPECTION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]

Note. Inspect the evaporator temperature sensor when it is installed to the A/C unit.

Scheme 16

Scheme 16: EVAPORATOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR INSPECTION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]
  1. Set the fan speed MAX HI.
  2. Set the temperature control at MAX COLD.
  3. Set the RECIRCULATE mode.
  4. Turn the A/C switch off.
  5. Close all doors and windows.
  6. Wait for 5 min.
  7. Disconnect the evaporator temperature sensor connector.
  8. Measure the temperature at the blower inlet.
  9. Measure the resistance between the evaporator temperature sensor terminals. see scheme 60: Evaporator Temperature Sensor Resistance/Temperature Graph If the resistance is not as shown in the graph, replace the evaporator temperature sensor.

Connecting Battery Voltage To Passenger Compartment Temperature Sensor Terminal A And Grounding Terminal C. Scheme 17

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520388-S24063200782013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520412-S07601908282013010300000).)
  2. Discharge the refrigerant. (See «REFRIGERANT CHARGING»(ref-520437-S36735399982013010300000).)
  3. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector. CAUTION: If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise will occur. Always immediately plug all open fittings after removing any refrigeration cycle parts to keep moisture or foreign material out of the cycle.
  4. Loosen the refrigerant pressure sensor using two spanners.
  5. Remove the refrigerant pressure sensor. (See «REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR INSTALLATION NOTE»(ref-520438-S33604233902013010300000).) see scheme 61: Identifying Refrigerant Pressure Sensor And Connector Tightening torque 10-11 N.m {102-112 kgf.cm, 89-97 in.lbf}
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See «REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST»(ref-520437-S04122794112013010300000).)

CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT INSPECTION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]

  1. Remove the climate control unit with the connector connected. (See «CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]»(ref-520438-S23945830732013010300000) .)
  2. Switch the ignition to ON.
  3. Connect the negative (-) lead of the tester to body ground.
  4. By inserting the positive (+) lead of the tester into each climate control unit terminal, measure the voltage according to the terminal voltage table. If there is any malfunction, inspect the parts under "Inspection item (s)". If the parts under "Inspection item (s)" are found to be normal (except for terminal 1M), replace the climate control unit. For terminal 1M, first try replacing the power MOS FET. If there is still any malfunction, replace the climate control unit.

Identifying Climate Control Unit Connector Terminals. Scheme 18

Scheme 18: Identifying Climate Control Unit Connector Terminals
TerminalSignal nameConnected toMeasurement conditionVoltage (V)Inspection item (s)
1A
1B
1C+5VDriver-side air mix actuator Passenger-side air mix actuator Airflow mode actuator Solar radiation sensor Refrigerant pressure sensorSwitch the ignition to ON5Related wiring harness Driver-side air mix actuator Passenger-side air mix actuator Airflow mode actuator Solar radiation sensor Refrigerant pressure sensor Climate control unit: terminal voltage (1E)
Switch the ignition to Off1.0 or less
1DGNDBody groundUnder any condition1.0 or lessRelated wiring harness
1ESensor GNDDriver-side air mix actuator Passenger-side air mix actuator Airflow mode actuator Evaporator temperature sensor Refrigerant pressure sensorUnder any condition1.0 or lessRelated wiring harness Climate control unit: terminal voltage (1C)
1FSolar radiation sensor (RH) inputSolar radiation sensorSunlight shined directly on the solar radiation sensor4Related wiring harness Climate control unit: terminal voltage (1C) Solar radiation sensor
Blocking light to solar radiation sensor1.0 or less
1GPotentiometer inputDriver-side air mix actuatorSet temperature at MAX HOT4.3 or moreRelated wiring harness Driver-side air mix actuator Climate control unit: terminal voltage (1C)
Set temperature at MAX COLD1.0 or less
1HSolar radiation sensor (LH) inputSolar radiation sensorSunlight shined directly on the solar radiation sensor4Related wiring harness Climate control unit: terminal voltage (1C) Solar radiation sensor
Blocking light to solar radiation sensor1.0 or less
1IPotentiometer inputPassenger-side air mix actuatorSet temperature at MAX COLD1.0 or lessRelated wiring harness Passenger-side air mix actuator Climate control unit: terminal voltage (1C)
Set temperature at MAX HOT4.3 or more
1J
1KPotentiometer inputAirflow mode actuatorVENT4.3 or moreRelated wiring harness Airflow mode actuator Climate control unit: terminal voltage (1C)
BI-LEVEL3.4
HEAT2.5
HEAT/DEF1.6
DEFROSTER0.7 or less
1LEvaporator temperature sensor inputEvaporator temperature sensorCompared with temperature detected by evaporator temperature sensorRefer to graph 1Related wiring harness Evaporator temperature sensor Climate control unit: terminal voltage (1C)
1MBlower fan speed controlPower MOS FETFan stopped1.0 or lessRelated wiring harness Power MOS FET
Fan: manual 1st2.2
Fan: manual 7th9.7
1NBlower motor feedbackBlower motor Power MOS FETFan stoppedB+Power MOS FET Blower motor Blower relay HEATER 40 A fuse Power MOS FET replacement Related wiring harness
Fan: manual 1st9.8
Fan: manual 7th0.4 or less
1O
1P
1QMotor operation (COLD)Passenger-side air mix actuatorMoving towards HOT1.0 or lessRelated wiring harness Passenger-side air mix actuator
Moving towards COLDB+
1RMotor operation (FRESH)Air intake actuatorMoving towards RECIRCULATE1.0 or lessRelated wiring harness Air intake actuator
Moving towards FRESHB+
1SMotor operation (HOT)Passenger-side air mix actuatorMoving towards HOTB+Related wiring harness Passenger-side air mix actuator
Moving towards COLD1.0 or less
1TMotor operation (RECIRCULATE)Air intake actuatorMoving towards RECIRCULATEB+Related wiring harness Air intake actuator
Moving towards FRESH1.0 or less
1UMotor operation (COLD)Driver-side air mix actuatorMoving towards HOT1.0 or lessRelated wiring harness Driver-side air mix actuator
Moving towards COLDB+
1VMotor operation (DEFROSTER)Airflow mode actuatorMoving towards DEFROSTERB+Related wiring harness Airflow mode actuator
Moving towards VENT1.0 or less
1WMotor operation (HOT)Driver-side air mix actuatorMoving towards HOTB+Related wiring harness Driver-side air mix actuator
Moving towards COLD1.0 or less
1XMotor operation (VENT)Airflow mode actuatorMoving towards VENTB+Related wiring harness Airflow mode actuator
Moving towards DEFROSTER1.0 or less
2AIllumination controlInstrument clusterHeadlight switch ON and panel light control switch at MAX1.0 or lessRelated wiring harness Instrument cluster
Headlight switch ON and panel light control switch at MIN11.5
2BB+ROOM 15 A fuseUnder any conditionB+Related wiring harness ROOM 15 A fuse
2C
2D
2EMS_CAN_HCAN related moduleBecause this terminal is for communication, good/no good judgment by terminal voltage is not possible.Related wiring harness
2FTNS signalTNS relayTNS ONB+Related wiring harness TNS relay BCM Headlight switch
TNS OFF1.0 or less
2GMS_CAN_LCAN related moduleBecause this terminal is for communication, good/no good judgment by terminal voltage is not possible.Related wiring harness
2HIG2HEATER 10 A fuseSwitch the ignition to ONB+Related wiring harness HEATER 10 A fuse
Switch the ignition to Off1.0 or less
2I
2JRefrigerant pressure sensor inputRefrigerant pressure sensorCompared with temperature detected by refrigerant pressure sensor(See REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR INSPECTION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER] .)Related wiring harness Refrigerant pressure sensor Climate control unit: terminal voltage (1C,1E)
2K
2L
2MPassenger compartment temperature sensor inputPassenger compartment temperature sensorCompared with temperature detected by passenger compartment temperature sensorRefer to graph 2Related wiring harness Passenger compartment temperature sensor Climate control unit: terminal voltage (2N)
2NPassenger compartment temperature sensor GNDPassenger compartment temperature sensorUnder any condition1.0 or lessClimate control unit: terminal voltage (2M)
2O
2P

Evaporator Temperature Sensor Graph. Scheme 19

Scheme 19: Evaporator Temperature Sensor Graph