Volvo 850 AC checklist & diagnostics
* A/C-HEATER SYSTEM UNIFORM INSPECTION GUIDELINES *
1995 Volvo 850
GENERAL INFORMATION
A/C-Heater System Motorist Assurance Program
Standards For Automotive Repair
All Makes and Models
INTRODUCTION TO MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM (MAP)
CONTENTS
Motorist Assurance Program (MAP) OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW OF SERVICE REQUIREMENTS & SUGGESTIONS
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
ACCUMULATORS
ACTUATORS (ELECTRICAL) ACTUATORS (VACUUM)
AIR CONDITIONING FITTINGS AIR CONDITIONING HOSES
AIR CONDITIONING METAL LINES, HOSES AND FITTING ASSEMBLIES AIR CONTROL DOORS
AIR DAMS (EXTERNAL)
AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM BELTS
BLEND DOORS
BLOWER FANS (BLOWER WHEEL OR SQUIRREL CAGE) BLOWER MOTORS
BLOWER RESISTORS BLOWER SWITCHES CABIN AIR FILTERS CIRCUIT BREAKERS
COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLIES COMPRESSORS
CONDENSER AIR SEALS CONDENSER FAN MOTORS CONDENSERS
CONNECTORS CONTROL CABLES
CONTROL HEADS (FUNCTION SELECTORS) CONTROL LINKAGES
CONTROL MODULES COOLANT
COOLING FAN BLADES COOLING FAN CLUTCHES COOLING FAN MOTORS EVAPORATOR DRAIN TUBES
EVAPORATOR PRESSURE REGULATORS (EPRS) EVAPORATORS
EXPANSION VALVES FUNCTION SELECTORS
FUSES, FUSIBLE LINKS AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS FUSIBLE LINKS
GASKETS HEATER CASES
HEATER CONTROL VALVES HEATER CORES
HEATER HOSES
HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES (HPRV) IDLERS
IN-LINE FILTERS METAL FITTINGS METAL LINES
MIX AND AIR CONTROL DOORS (BLEND DOORS) O-RINGS
ORIFICE TUBES
PILOT-OPERATED ABSOLUTES (POAS) PLENUMS
PRESSURE CONTROL VALVES PRESSURE SENSORS
PULLEYS RADIATORS RECEIVER-DRIERS REFRIGERANT REFRIGERANT OIL RELAYS
SEALS
SERVICE PORTS
SPRING LOCK COUPLINGS
SUCTION THROTTLING VALVES (STVS) SWITCHES (ELECTRICAL)
TENSIONERS
THERMISTORS AND PRESSURE SENSORS THERMOSTATS AND HOUSINGS
VACUUM HOSES AND TUBES VACUUM RESERVOIRS VACUUM TUBES
VALVES IN RECEIVER (VIRS)
WATER PUMPS (ELECTRIC AUXILIARY) WIRING HARNESSES AND CONNECTORS
MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM (MAP)
OVERVIEW
The Motorist Assurance Program is the consumer outreach effort of the Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association, Inc. (AMRA). Participation in the Motorist Assurance Program is drawn from retailers, suppliers, independent repair facilities, vehicle manufacturers and industry associations.
Our organization’s mission is to strengthen the relationship between the consumer and the auto repair industry. We produce materials that give motorists the information and encouragement to take greater responsibility for their vehicles-through proper, manufacturer-recommended, maintenance. We encourage participating service and repair shops (including franchisees and dealers) to adopt (1) a Pledge of Assurance to their Customers and (2) the Motorist Assurance Program Standards of Service. All participating service
providers have agreed to subscribe to this Pledge and to adhere to the promulgated Standards of Service demonstrating to their customers that they are serious about customer satisfaction.
These Standards of Service require that an inspection of the vehicle’s (problem) system be made and the results communicated to the customer according to industry standards. Given that the industry did not have such standards, the Motorist Assurance Program successfully promulgated industry inspection communication standards in 1994-95 for the following systems: Exhaust, Brakes, ABS, Steering and Suspension, Engine Maintenance and Performance, HVAC, and Electrical Systems. Further, revisions to all of these inspection communication standards
are continually republished. In addition to these, standards for Drive Train and Transmissions have recently been promulgated. Participating shops utilize these Uniform Inspection & Communication Standards as part of the inspection process and for communicating their findings to their customers.
The Motorist Assurance Program continues to work cooperatively and proactively with government agencies and consumer groups toward solutions that both benefit the customer and are mutually acceptable to both regulators and industry. We maintain the belief that industry must retain control over how we conduct our business, and we must be viewed as part of the solution and not part of the problem. Meetings with state and other government officials (and their representatives), concerned with auto repair and/or consumer protection, are conducted. Feedback from these sessions is brought back to the association, and the program adjusted as needed.
To assure auto repair customers recourse if they were not satisfied with a repair transaction, the Motorist Assurance Program offers mediation and arbitration through MAP/BBB-CARE and other non- profit organizations. MAP conducted pilot programs in twelve states before announcing the program nationally in October, 1998. During the pilots, participating repair shops demonstrated their adherence to the Pledge and Standards and agreed to follow the UICS in communicating
the results of their inspection to their customers. To put some “teeth” in the program, an accreditation requirement for shops was initiated. The requirements are stringent, and a self-policing method has been incorporated which includes the “mystery shopping” of outlets.
We welcome you to join us as we continue our outreach… with your support, both the automotive repair industry and your customers will reap the benefits. Please visit MAP at our Internet site www. motorist.org or contact us at:
1444 I Street, NW Suite 700
Washington, DC 20005
Phone (202) 712-9042 Fax (202) 216-9646
January 1999
MAP UNIFORM INSPECTION GENERAL GUIDELINES
OVERVIEW OF SERVICE REQUIREMENTS & SUGGESTIONS
It is MAP policy that all exhaust, brake, steering, suspension, wheel alignment, drive-line, engine performance and maintenance, and heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and electrical services be offered and performed under the standards and procedures specified in these sections.
Before any service is performed on a vehicle, an inspection of the appropriate system must be performed. The results of this inspection must be explained to the customer and documented on an inspection form. The condition of the vehicle and its components will indicate what services/part replacements may be “Required” or “Suggested”. In addition, suggestions may be made to satisfy the requests expressed by the customer.
When a component is suggested or required to be repaired or replaced, the decision to repair or replace must be made in the customer’s best interest, and at his or her choice given the options available.
This section lists the various parts and conditions that indicate a required or suggested service or part replacement. Although this list is extensive, it is not fully inclusive. In addition to this list, a technician may make a suggestion. However,
any suggestions must be based on substantial and informed experience,
or the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended service interval and must be documented.
Some conditions indicate that service or part replacement is required because the part in question is no longer providing the function for which it is intended, does not meet a vehicle manufacturer’s design specification or is missing.
Example:
An exhaust pipe has corroded severely and has a hole in it through which exhaust gases are leaking. Replacement of the exhaust pipe in this case is required due to functional failure.
Example:
A brake rotor has been worn to the point where it measures less than the vehicle manufacturer’s discard specifications. Replacement of the rotor is required because it does not meet design specifications.
Some conditions indicate that a service or part replacement is suggested because the part is close to the end of its useful life or addresses a customer’s need, convenience or request. If a customer’s vehicle has one of these conditions, the procedure may be only to suggest service.
Example:
An exhaust pipe is rusted, corroded or weak, but no leaks are present. In this case, the exhaust pipe has not failed. However, there is evidence that the pipe may need replacement in the near future. Replacement of the pipe may be suggested for the customer’s convenience in avoiding a future problem.
Example:
The customer desires improved ride and/or handling, but the vehicle’s shocks or struts have not failed. In this case, replacement may be suggested to satisfy the customer’s
wishes. In this case, replacement of the shocks or struts may not be sold as a requirement.
A customer, of course, has the choice of whether or not a shop will service his or her vehicle. He or she may decide not to follow some of your suggestions. When a repair is required, a MAP shop must refuse partial service on that system if, in the judgment of the service provider, proceeding with the work could create or continue an unsafe condition. When a procedure states that required or suggested repair or replacement is recommended, the customer must be informed of the generally acceptable repair/replacement options whether or not performed by the shop.
When presenting suggested repairs to the customer, you must present the facts, allowing the customer to draw their own conclusions and make an informed decision about how to proceed.
The following reasons may be used for required and suggested services. These codes are shown in the “Code” column of the MAP Uniform Inspection & Communications Standards that follow:
Reasons to Require Repair or Replacement
A – Part no longer performs intended purpose
B – Part does not meet a design specification (regardless of performance)
C – Part is missing
NOTE: When a repair is required, the shop must refuse partial
service to the system in question, if the repair creates or continues an unsafe condition.
Reasons to Suggest Repair or Replacement
1 – Part is close to the end of its useful life (just above discard specifications, or weak; failure likely to occur soon, etc.)
2 – To address a customer need, convenience, or request (to stiffen ride, enhance performance, eliminate noise, etc.)
3 – To comply with maintenance recommended by the vehicle’s
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
4 – Technician’s recommendation based on substantial and informed experience
NOTE: Suggested services are always optional. When presenting suggested repairs to the customer, you must present the facts, allowing the customer to draw their own conclusions and make an informed decision about how to proceed.
HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING
SERVICE PROCEDURES REQUIRED AND SUGGESTED FOR PROPER VEHICLE
OPERATION
CAUTION: Before working on any air conditioning system, be sure to review current local, state, federal, and EPA regulations regarding charging, recycling, and disposal of refrigerant.
ACCUMULATORS
ACCUMULATOR INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Beyond vehicle manufacturer’s service
interval …………… 3 ………… Suggest replacement. Dessicant at the end of
its useful life (saturated
with moisture) ……… 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Dessicant bag
deteriorated ……….. A …….. (1) Require replacement.
Further inspection required. Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement. Tubing connection
leaking ……………. A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Inspect system to determine effects of dessicant bag deterioration.
ACTUATORS (ELECTRICAL)
ACTUATOR (ELECTRICAL) INSPECTION
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 2 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Connector missing ……. C ………… Require replacement. Inoperative …………. A …….. (2) Require replacement.
Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement. Noisy ………………. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Out of adjustment ……. B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal broken ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal burned, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 1 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
ACTUATORS (VACUUM)
ACTUATOR (VACUUM) INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of
Attaching hardware not
hardware.
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Connector broken …….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Connector (Weatherpack
type) leaking ………. A .. Require repair or replacement. Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 2 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Connector missing ……. C ………… Require replacement. Inoperative …………. A …….. (2) Require replacement. Leaking (vacuum) …….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Linkage bent, affecting
performance ………… A … Require repair or replacement of linkage.
Linkage bent, not
affecting performance .. 2 … Suggest repair or replacement of linkage.
Linkage binding, affecting
performance ………… A … Require repair or replacement of linkage.
Linkage binding, not
affecting performance .. 1 … Suggest repair or replacement of linkage.
Linkage broken ………. A … Require repair or replacement of linkage.
Linkage loose, affecting
performance ………… A … Require repair or replacement of linkage.
Linkage loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 … Suggest repair or replacement of linkage.
Linkage missing ……… C ………… Require replacement.
Linkage noisy ……….. | 2 | .. Suggest repair or replacement. |
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require replacement. |
Noisy ………………. | 2 | .. Suggest repair or replacement. |
Out of adjustment ……. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
AIR CONDITIONING FITTINGS
See
AIR CONDITIONING METAL LINES, HOSES AND FITTING ASSEMBLIES.
AIR CONDITIONING HOSES
See
AIR CONDITIONING METAL LINES, HOSES AND FITTING ASSEMBLIES.
AIR CONDITIONING METAL LINES, HOSES AND FITTING ASSEMBLIES AIR CONDITIONING METAL LINE, HOSE AND FITTING ASSEMBLY INSPECTION Condition Code Procedure
Abrasion damage, affecting structural
integrity ………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Abrasion damage, not
affecting structural
integrity ………….. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Application incorrect … B ………… Require replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Clamp corroded, not
reusable …………… 1 ………… Suggest replacement. Connected incorrectly … A …………….. Require repair. Corroded, affecting
structural integrity … A ………… Require replacement. Corroded, not affecting
structural integrity … .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Cracked …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Fitting type incorrect
Protective sleeves
damaged ……………. 2 . Suggest replacement of sleeves. Protective sleeves
missing ……………. C . Require replacement of sleeves. Restricted, affecting
performance ………… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. | |
Routed incorrectly …… | 2 | …………….. Require repair. | |
Swollen …………….. | 1 | ………… Suggest | replacement. |
Threads damaged ……… | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Threads stripped (threads | |||
missing) …………… | A | ………… Require | replacement. |
Type incorrect ………. | 1 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
AIR CONTROL DOORS
See PLENUMS.
AIR DAMS (EXTERNAL)
AIR DAM (EXTERNAL) INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect, affecting air conditioning
system performance ….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Bent, affecting air conditioning system
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Blocked, affecting air
conditioning system
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Broken, affecting air
conditioning system
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Cracked, affecting air
conditioning system
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Loose, affecting air
conditioning system
performance ………… A …………….. Require repair. Loose, not affecting air
conditioning system
performance ………… 2 …………….. Suggest repair. Missing, affecting air
conditioning system
performance ………… C ………… Require replacement.
AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
See PLENUMS.
BELTS
Tension out of
Worn beyond
Worn so it contacts
bottom of pulley ……. A ………… Require replacement.
(1) – Determine cause of incorrect alignment and require repair. (2) – Determine cause of noise and suggest repair.
BLEND DOORS
See PLENUMS.
BLOWER FANS (BLOWER WHEEL OR SQUIRREL CAGE)
BLOWER FAN (BLOWER WHEEL OR SQUIRREL CAGE) INSPECTION
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
(1) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
BLOWER MOTORS
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. Connector missing ……. | 2 C | ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement. ………… Require replacement. | |
Current draw out of specification ………. Inoperative …………. | B A | .. Require repair or replacement. …….. (2) Require replacement. | |
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require | replacement. |
Motor speed | |||
insufficient ……….. | 2 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
Noisy ………………. | 2 | ………… Suggest | replacement. |
Rotation incorrect for
application ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal broken ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal burned, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. | 1 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
Vibration …………… | 1 | ………… Suggest | replacement. |
Wire lead conductors | |||
exposed ……………. | B | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Wire lead corroded …… | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Wire lead open ………. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Wire lead shorted ……. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Check fan motor/controls. Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of OEM specification.
BLOWER RESISTORS
BLOWER RESISTOR INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Conductor exposed ……. A ………… Require replacement. Connector broken …….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 1 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Connector missing ……. | C | ………… Require replacement. | |
Inoperative …………. | A | …….. (2) Require replacement. | |
Insulation overheated … | A | ………… Require replacement. | |
Terminal broken ……… | A | .. Require | repair or replacement. |
Terminal burned, affecting | |||
performance ………… | A | ……….. | (1) Require repair or |
replacement. |
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
BLOWER SWITCHES
See SWITCHES.
CABIN AIR FILTERS
CABIN AIR FILTER INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Air flow obstruction …. | A | …………. Require cleaning or |
replacement. | ||
Maintenance intervals … | 3 | ………… Suggest replacement. |
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require replacement. |
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
See FUSES, FUSIBLE LINKS AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS.
COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLIES
COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Air gap incorrect ……. | B | .. Require | repair or replacement. |
Bearing seized ………. | A | .. Require | replacement of bearing |
or assembly. | |||
Bearing worn, affecting | |||
performance ………… | A | .. Require | replacement of bearing |
or assembly. | |||
Coil shows signs of | |||
overheating ………… | 1 | …. Suggest replacement of coil. | |
Connector broken …….. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Connector (Weatherpack
type) leaking ………. A .. Require repair or replacement. Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 2 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Connector missing ……. C ………… Require replacement. Hub broken ………….. A ………… Require replacement. Hub cracked …………. B ………… Require replacement. Hub loose on shaft …… A ………… Require replacement. Hub scored, affecting
performance ………… A ………… Require replacement. Hub warped, affecting
performance ………… A ………… Require replacement. Inoperative …………. A ……….. (2) Require repair or replacement.
Noisy ………………. 2 .. Suggest Slips ………………. A .. Require Terminal burned, affecting
repair or replacement. repair or replacement.
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance | .. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Terminal corroded, not | |||||||
affecting performance | .. | 2 | .. | Suggest | repair | or | replacement. |
Terminal loose, affecting | |||||||
performance ………… | B | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. | |
Terminal loose, not | |||||||
affecting performance .. | 1 | .. | Suggest | repair | or | replacement. | |
Will not disengage …… | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. | |
Wire lead burned …….. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. | |
Wire lead conductors | |||||||
exposed ……………. | B | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. | |
Wire lead open ………. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. | |
Wire lead shorted ……. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
COMPRESSORS
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
Bracket bent, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket bent, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket broken, affecting
performance ………… A ………… Require replacement. Bracket broken, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
not affecting
performance ………… .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket loose, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket missing ……… C ………… Require replacement. Housing broken, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Housing broken, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Housing cracked, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Housing cracked, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Inoperative …………. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Noisy ………………. 2 ……….. (2) Suggest repair or replacement.
Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement. Tubing connection
leaking ……………. A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
(2) – Compressor noise can also be caused by low oil level, state of charge, air contamination, or type of refrigerant.
CONDENSER AIR SEALS
CONDENSER AIR SEAL INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Leaking …………….. A . Require repair or replacement. Missing …………….. C ……….. Require replacement.
CONDENSER FAN MOTORS
See COOLING FAN MOTORS.
CONDENSERS
CONDENSER INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Abrasion damage, affecting
structural integrity … A .. Require repair or replacement. Abrasion damage, not
affecting structural
integrity ………….. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Air flow obstruction,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Bent, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bent, not affecting
performance ………… .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket bent, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket bent, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket broken, affecting
performance ………… A ………… Require replacement. Bracket broken, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
not affecting
performance ………… .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket loose, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket missing ……… C ………… Require replacement. Corroded, affecting
structural integrity … A ………… Require replacement. Corroded, not affecting
structural integrity … .. …….. No service suggested or
Fitting type incorrect
(such as compression
required.
fitting) …………… B ………… Require replacement. Flange leaking ………. A .. Require repair or replacement. Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Restricted internally … A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement.
CONNECTORS
See WIRING HARNESSES AND CONNECTORS.
CONTROL CABLES
CONTROL CABLE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Binding …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket bent, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket bent, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket broken, affecting
performance ………… A ………… Require replacement. Bracket broken, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
not affecting
performance ………… .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket loose, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket loose, not
affecting performance .. | 1 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
Bracket missing ……… | C | ………… Require | replacement. |
Broken ……………… | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Cracked …………….. | 2 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
Disconnected ………… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Kinked ……………… | 2 | .. Suggest repair or replacement. |
Melted ……………… | A | ……….. (1) Require repair or |
replacement. | ||
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require replacement. |
Out of adjustment ……. | B | ……….. (2) Require repair or |
replacement. | ||
Routed incorrectly …… | 2 | …………….. Suggest repair. |
Seized ……………… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Follow OEM recommended adjustment procedures. Require repair or replacement if out of specification.
CONTROL HEADS (FUNCTION SELECTORS)
CONTROL HEAD (FUNCTION SELECTOR) INSPECTION
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 2 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Connector missing ……. C ………… Require replacement. Contaminated ………… 2 …. Suggest require replacement. Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Malfunctioning ………. A ……….. (2) Require repair or replacement.
Melted, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Melted, not affecting
performance ………… .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Terminal broken ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal burned, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Wire lead burned …….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Wire lead conductors
exposed ……………. B .. Require repair or replacement. Wire lead open ………. A .. Require repair or replacement. Wire lead shorted ……. A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Includes inoperative, intermittent operation, or failure to perform all functions.
CONTROL LINKAGES
CONTROL LINKAGE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ……… Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A . Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Bent ……………….. A . Require repair or replacement. Binding …………….. A . Require repair or replacement. Bracket bent, affecting
performance ………… A . Require repair or replacement. Bracket bent, not
affecting performance .. .. ……. No service suggested or required.
Bracket broken, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. Require replacement. Bracket broken, not
affecting performance .. .. ……. No service suggested or required.
Bracket corroded,
affecting performance .. A . Require repair or replacement. Bracket corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 . Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, affecting
performance ………… A . Require repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, not
affecting performance .. 1 . Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
affecting performance .. A . Require repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
not affecting
performance ………… .. ……. No service suggested or required.
Bracket loose, affecting
performance ………… A . Require repair or replacement. Bracket loose, not
affecting performance .. | 1 | . Suggest repair or | replacement. |
Bracket missing ……… | C | ……….. Require | replacement. |
Broken ……………… | A | ……….. Require | replacement. |
Cracked …………….. | A | . Require repair or | replacement. |
Disconnected ………… | A | . Require repair or | replacement. |
Missing …………….. C ……….. Require replacement. Noisy ………………. 2 . Suggest repair or replacement. Out of adjustment ……. B ………. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Seized ……………… A . Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Follow OEM recommended adjustment procedures. Require repair or replacement if out of specification.
CONTROL MODULES
NOTE: Includes, but not limited to: IRCM, Coolant Fan Control Module (CFCM), AC Controller, Amplifier, Programmers, Control Heads, Power Modules, etc.
CONTROL MODULE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … | B | ………… Require replacement. |
Attaching hardware | ||
missing ……………. | C | ………. Require replacement of |
hardware. |
Attaching hardware
threads damaged …….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware threads stripped
(threads missing) …… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Code set
(if applicable) …….. A ………. (1) Further inspection required.
Connector broken …….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (2) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 2 ……….. (2) Suggest repair or replacement.
Connector missing ……. A …………….. Require repair. Contaminated ………… A ……….. (3) Require repair or replacement.
Inoperative …………. B ……….. (4) Require repair or replacement. Further inspection required.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Threads damaged ……… | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Threads stripped (threads | |||
missing) …………… | A | ………… Require | replacement. |
Wire lead conductors | |||
exposed ……………. | B | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Wire lead corroded …… | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Wire lead open ………. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Wire lead shorted ……. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
(1) – Refer to manufacturer’s diagnostic trouble code procedure and require repair or replacement of affected component(s).
(2) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(3) – Determine source of contamination, such as engine coolant, fuel, metal particles, or water. Require repair or replacement. Check for accepted cleaning procedure.
(4) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification. Some components may be serviceable.
COOLANT
COOLANT INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Acidity (pH) | incorrect .. | 1 | ……….. Suggest correction or |
replacement. | |||
Contaminated | ………… | B | …… (1) Require replacement or |
recycling. Further | |||
inspection required. | |||
Level incorrect ……… | B | ………. (2) Require filling to | |
proper level. | |||
Maintenance intervals … | 3 | …….. (3) Suggest replacement. |
Mixture incorrect ……. B ……….. Require correction or replacement.
Type incorrect ………. B ………… Require replacement.
(1) – Determine source of contamination and require correction prior to coolant replacement.
(2) – Determine source of incorrect level and suggest repair. (3) – The system should be drained and/or flushed and
refilled with correct coolant according to OEM
recommended service interval and procedures.
COOLING FAN BLADES
COOLING FAN BLADE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … B ………… Require replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Bent ……………….. A ………… Require replacement. Broken ……………… A ………… Require replacement. Cracked …………….. A ………… Require replacement. Loose ………………. A .. Require repair or replacement. Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement.
COOLING FAN CLUTCHES
NOTE: Some lateral movement, measured at the fan blade tip, may be normal.
COOLING FAN CLUTCH INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … B ………… Require replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Bearing noisy ……….. A ………… Require replacement. Bearing worn ………… A ………… Require replacement. Fastener loose ………. A … Require repair or replacement of fastener.
Inoperative …………. A …….. (1) Require replacement. Leaking …………….. 1 ………… Suggest replacement. Seized ……………… A ………… Require replacement. Slips (insufficient fan
speed) …………….. A ………… Require replacement. Thermal control
incorrect ………….. B .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
COOLING FAN MOTORS
COOLING FAN MOTOR INSPECTION
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. | 2 | ……….. (1) Suggest repair or | |
replacement. | |||
Connector missing ……. | C | ………… Require replacement. | |
Hydraulic fan motor | |||
leaking ……………. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. | |
Inoperative …………. | A | …….. (2) Require replacement. | |
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require replacement. | |
Noisy ………………. | 2 | ………… Suggest replacement. | |
Rotation incorrect for | |||
application ………… | B | .. Require | repair or replacement. |
Terminal broken ……… | A | .. Require | repair or replacement. |
Terminal burned, affecting | |||
performance ………… | A | ……….. | (1) Require repair or |
replacement. |
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. | 1 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
Vibration …………… | 1 | ………… Suggest | replacement. |
Wire lead conductors | |||
exposed ……………. | B | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Wire lead corroded …… | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Wire lead open ………. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Wire lead shorted ……. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Check fan motor/controls. Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of OEM specification.
EVAPORATOR DRAIN TUBES
EVAPORATOR DRAIN TUBE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Disconnected ………… A …………….. Require repair. Leaking …………….. A ………… Require replacement. Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement. Restricted ………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Routed incorrectly …… B …………….. Require repair.
EVAPORATOR PRESSURE REGULATORS (EPRS)
EVAPORATOR PRESSURE REGULATOR (EPR) INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Inoperative …………. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
EVAPORATORS
EVAPORATOR INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Abrasion damage, affecting
structural integrity … A .. Require repair or replacement. Abrasion damage, not
affecting structural
integrity ………….. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Air flow obstruction,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Bracket bent, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket bent, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket broken, affecting
performance ………… A ………… Require replacement. Bracket broken, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
not affecting
performance ………… .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket loose, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket missing ……… C ………… Require replacement. Corroded, affecting
structural integrity … A ………… Require replacement. Corroded, not affecting
structural integrity … .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Evaporator foam seal
leaking ……………. A ………… Require replacement. Evaporator foam seal
missing ……………. C ………… Require replacement. Fitting type incorrect
(such as compression
fitting) …………… B ………… Require replacement. Flange leaking ………. A .. Require repair or replacement. Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Restricted internally … A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement.
EXPANSION VALVES
EXPANSION VALVE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … B ………… Require replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… | A | … Require repair or replacement |
of hardware. | ||
Corroded internally ….. | 1 | ………… Suggest replacement. |
Filter screen torn …… | A | .. Require replacement of screen. |
Inoperative …………. | A | ……….. (1) Require repair or |
replacement. | ||
Leaking …………….. | A | ………… Require replacement. |
Restricted ………….. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Threads damaged ……… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Threads stripped (threads | ||
missing) …………… | A | ………… Require replacement. |
(1) – Expansion valve operation may be affected by capillary tube location, corrosion, and insulation tape. Inoperative includes intermittent operation.
FUNCTION SELECTORS
See CONTROL HEADS (FUNCTION SELECTORS).
FUSES, FUSIBLE LINKS AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
FUSE, FUSIBLE LINK AND CIRCUIT BREAKER INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … | B | ………… Require replacement. |
Blown ………………. | A | …….. (1) Require replacement. |
Corroded, affecting | ||
performance ………… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Corroded, not affecting
performance ………… 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Cracked, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Cracked, not affecting
performance ………… 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Inoperative …………. A … (2) Require replacement. Insulation damaged,
conductors exposed ….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Insulation damaged,
conductors not exposed . 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement. Routed incorrectly …… B …………….. Require repair. Secured incorrectly ….. B …………….. Require repair. Terminal broken ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal burned, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to replacement of part.
(2) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation.
FUSIBLE LINKS
See FUSES, FUSIBLE LINKS AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS.
GASKETS
GASKET INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Leaking …………….. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Require inspection of mating and sealing surface and repair or replace as necessary.
HEATER CASES
See PLENUMS.
HEATER CONTROL VALVES
HEATER CONTROL VALVE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … | B | ………… | Require replacement. |
Attaching hardware | |||
broken …………….. | A | … Require | repair or replacement |
of hardware. |
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement
of hardware. Binding …………….. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Coolant leak ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Disconnected ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Malfunctioning ………. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement. Restricted ………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Seized ……………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Vacuum leak …………. A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Includes inoperative, intermittent operation, or failure to perform all functions.
HEATER CORES
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A .. Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Connection leaking …… A .. Require repair or replacement. Corroded ……………. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Disconnected ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Fins damaged, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Fins damaged, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Internal restrictions,
affecting performance .. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Leaking …………….. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require | replacement. |
HEATER HOSES
HEATER HOSE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … | B | ………… Require replacement. | |
Connected incorrectly … | A | …………….. Require repair. | |
Corroded, not reusable .. | 1 | ………… Suggest | replacement. |
Cracked …………….. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Hard (brittle) ………. | 1 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
Inner fabric (webbing) | |||
damaged ……………. | A | ………… Require | replacement. |
Insufficient clamping force, allowing hose to
leak ………………. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Leaking …………….. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Maintenance intervals … | 3 | ………… Suggest | replacement. |
Melted ……………… | 1 | .. Suggest repair or replacement. |
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require replacement. |
Outer covering damaged .. | 1 | ………… Suggest replacement. |
Outer covering damaged to | ||
the extent that the inner | ||
fabric is visible …… | A | ………… Require replacement. |
Protective sleeves
damaged ……………. 2 . Suggest replacement of sleeves. Protective sleeves
missing ……………. 2 . Suggest replacement of sleeves. Restricted, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Restricted, not affecting
performance ………… | 2 | .. Suggest repair or replacement. | |
Routed incorrectly …… | 2 | …………….. Suggest repair. | |
Safety clip missing ….. | C | ………… Require | replacement. |
Spongy ……………… | 1 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
Stripped ……………. | A | ………… Require | replacement. |
Surface cracks (dry- | |||
rotted) ……………. | 1 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
Swollen …………….. | B | ………… Require | replacement. |
Threads damaged ……… | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Threads stripped (threads | |||
missing) …………… | A | ………… Require | replacement. |
Type incorrect ………. | 1 | .. Suggest repair or | replacement. |
HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES (HPRV)
HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE (HPRV) INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Inoperative …………. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Leaking …………….. | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require | replacement. |
Threads damaged ……… | A | .. Require repair or | replacement. |
Threads stripped (threads | |||
missing) …………… | A | ………… Require | replacement. |
(1) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
IDLERS
See TENSIONERS.
IN-LINE FILTERS
IN-LINE FILTER INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Connection leaking …… B .. Require repair or replacement. Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Restricted ………….. A ………… Require replacement. Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement.
METAL FITTINGS
See
AIR CONDITIONING METAL LINES, HOSES AND FITTING ASSEMBLIES.
METAL LINES
See
AIR CONDITIONING METAL LINES, HOSES AND FITTING ASSEMBLIES.
MIX AND AIR CONTROL DOORS (BLEND DOORS)
See PLENUMS.
O-RINGS
O-RING INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Leaking …………….. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Require inspection of mating and sealing surface and repair or replace as necessary.
ORIFICE TUBES
ORIFICE TUBE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … B ………… Require replacement. Bypassing internally …. A .. Require repair or replacement. Filter screen torn …… A ………… Require replacement. Installation incorrect .. B …………….. Require repair. Restricted ………….. A .. Require repair or replacement.
PILOT-OPERATED ABSOLUTES (POAS)
PILOT-OPERATED ABSOLUTE (POA) INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Connection damaged …… B .. Require repair or replacement. Fitting damaged ……… B .. Require repair or replacement. Inoperative …………. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement.
(1) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
PLENUMS
PLENUM INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Air control door
binding ……………. A … Require repair or replacement
Air control door
broken …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Air control door
leaking ……………. A .. Require repair or replacement. Air control door
seized …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… | A | … Require repair or replacement |
of hardware. | ||
Cracked …………….. | 2 | .. Suggest repair or replacement. |
Drain hole restricted … | A | …………….. Require repair. |
Drain plugged ……….. | A | …………….. Require repair. |
Duct disconnected ……. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Duct leaking ………… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Duct missing ………… | C | ………… Require replacement. |
Duct restricted ……… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Leaking …………….. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Noisy ………………. | 2 | ….. Suggest cleaning or repair. |
Odor ……………….. | 2 | ….. Suggest cleaning or repair. |
Restricted ………….. | A | …. Require cleaning, repair, or |
replacement. |
PRESSURE CONTROL VALVES
See:
* EVAPORATOR PRESSURE REGULATORS (EPRS)
* HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES (HPRV)
* PILOT-OPERATED ABSOLUTES (POAS)
* SUCTION THROTTLING VALVES (STVS)
* VALVES IN RECEIVER (VIRS)
PRESSURE SENSORS
See THERMISTORS AND PRESSURE SENSORS.
PULLEYS
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… | A | … Require repair or replacement |
of hardware. | ||
Bearing noisy ……….. | 2 | ………… Suggest replacement. |
Bearing seized ………. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Bearing worn ………… | 1 | ………… Suggest replacement. |
Cracked …………….. | A | ………… Require replacement. |
Loose ………………. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require replacement. |
Pulley damaged, affecting | ||
belt life ………….. | A | ………… Require replacement. |
RADIATORS
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A .. Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Connection leaking …… A .. Require repair or replacement. Corroded ……………. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Drain inoperative ……. A .. Require repair or replacement. Fins damaged, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Fins damaged, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Internal oil cooler
leaking ……………. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Internal restrictions … | B | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Leaking …………….. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Threads damaged ……… | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Threads stripped (threads | ||||||
missing) …………… | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Tubes damaged, affecting | ||||||
performance ………… | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Tubes damaged, not |
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
RECEIVER-DRIERS
NOTE: For VIRs, see VALVES IN RECEIVER (VIRS). RECEIVER-DRIER INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Contaminated, affecting
performance ………… A ………… Require replacement. Dessicant bag
deteriorated ……….. A …….. (1) Require replacement.
Further inspection required.
Dessicant at the end of
its useful life (saturated
with moisture) ……… 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Fusible plug leaking …. A …. Require replacement of plug. Leaking …………….. A ………… Require replacement. Pressure relief device
leaking ……………. A . Require replacement of pressure relief device.
Restricted ………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Sight glass no longer
transparent ………… 2 … Suggest replacement of drier. Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement. Tubing connection
leaking ……………. A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Inspect system to determine effects of dessicant bag deterioration.
REFRIGERANT
NOTE: Refrigerants include any SNAP (Significant New Alternative
Policy)-approved blends.
REFRIGERANT INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Contaminated (other than
refrigerant blends) …. B …….. Require service to remove contamination.
Different types of refrigerants in the same system (other than
refrigerant blends) …. B …………….. Require repair. Overcharged …………. B …………….. Require repair. Refrigerant type
does not match
fittings and label ….. | B | …………….. | Require repair. |
Undercharged ………… | B | …………….. | Require repair. |
REFRIGERANT OIL
REFRIGERANT OIL INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Contaminated ………… 1 .. Require repair or replacement. Overfilled ………….. B …………….. Require repair.
Underfilled …………. B …………….. Require repair.
RELAYS
RELAY INSPECTION
Condition
Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Housing broken ………. A ………… Require replacement. Housing cracked ……… 2 ………… Suggest replacement. Inoperative …………. A …….. (1) Require replacement. Melted, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (2) Require repair or replacement.
Melted, not affecting
performance ………… 2 ……….. (2) Suggest repair or replacement.
Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement. Terminal broken ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal burned, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (2) Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
(1) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
(2) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
SEALS
SEAL INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Leaking …………….. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Require inspection of mating and sealing surface and repair or replace as necessary.
SERVICE PORTS
SERVICE PORT INSPECTION Condition C Application does not match refrigerant type ……. | ode B | Procedure ………… Require replacement. |
Leaking …………….. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Threads damaged ……… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Threads stripped (threads | ||
missing) …………… | A | ………… Require replacement. |
Valve cap leaking ……. | A | … Require repair or replacement |
of cap. | ||
Valve cap missing ……. | C | …. Require replacement of valve |
cap. | ||
Valve core sticking ….. | B | .. Require repair or replacement. |
SPRING LOCK COUPLINGS
SPRING LOCK COUPLING INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Leaking …………….. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Require inspection of mating and sealing surface and repair or replace as necessary.
SUCTION THROTTLING VALVES (STVS)
SUCTION THROTTLING VALVE (STV) INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Connection damaged …… B .. Require repair or replacement. Fitting damaged ……… B .. Require repair or replacement. Inoperative …………. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement.
(1) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
SWITCHES (ELECTRICAL)
SWITCH (ELECTRICAL) INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Binding, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Binding, not affecting
performance ………… 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Broken ……………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Burned, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Burned, not affecting
performance ………… 2 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Cracked, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Cracked, not affecting
performance ………… 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Malfunctioning ………. A ……….. (2) Require repair or replacement.
Melted, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Melted, not affecting
performance ………… 2 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Missing …………….. C …….. (3) Require replacement. Out of adjustment ……. B .. Require repair or replacement. Pressure switch leaking . A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal broken ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal burned, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement. Won’t return ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Worn ……………….. 1 ………… Suggest replacement.
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Includes inoperative, intermittent operation, or failure to perform all functions.
(3) – Missing includes high pressure cut-off switches not installed during a retrofit from R12 to R134a.
TENSIONERS
TENSIONER INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Alignment incorrect ….. | B | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Application incorrect … | B | ………… Require replacement. |
Attaching hardware | ||
broken …………….. | A | … Require repair or replacement |
of hardware. |
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… | A | … Require repair or replacement |
of hardware. | ||
Bearing worn ………… | 1 | ………… Suggest replacement. |
Belt tension incorrect .. | B | … Require adjustment or repair. |
Bracket cracked ……… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Housing cracked ……… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Missing …………….. | C | ………… Require replacement. |
Noisy ………………. | 2 | ………… Suggest replacement. |
Pulley damaged, affecting | ||
belt life ………….. | A | ………… Require replacement. |
Seized ……………… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
THERMISTORS AND PRESSURE SENSORS
NOTE: Includes, but not limited to, In-Car Temperature, Ambient
Air Temperature, Sun Load Sensor, etc.
THERMISTOR AND PRESSURE SENSOR INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Calibration incorrect … B .. Require repair or replacement. Connector broken …….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Connector (Weatherpack
type) leaking ………. A .. Require repair or replacement. Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 2 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Connector missing ……. C ………… Require replacement. Inoperative …………. A ……….. (2) Require repair or replacement.
Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement. Terminal burned, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance … 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… | B | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Terminal loose, not | ||||||
affecting performance .. | 1 | .. | Suggest | repair | or | replacement. |
Wire lead burned …….. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Wire lead conductors | ||||||
exposed ……………. | B | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Wire lead open ………. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Wire lead shorted ……. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
THERMOSTATS AND HOUSINGS
THERMOSTAT AND HOUSING INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … B ………… Require replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
corroded ……………. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… | A | … Require repair or replacement |
of hardware. | ||
Cracked …………….. | A | ………… Require replacement. |
Housing corroded …….. | 1 | ………. Suggest replacement of |
housing. | ||
Inoperative …………. | A | …….. (1) Require replacement. |
Installation incorrect .. | B | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Leaking …………….. | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Thermostat missing …… | C | ………. Require replacement of |
thermostat. | ||
Threads damaged ……… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
Threads stripped (threads | ||
missing) …………… | A | .. Require repair or replacement. |
(1) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
VACUUM HOSES AND TUBES
VACUUM HOSE AND TUBE INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Disconnected ………… A …………….. Require repair. Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Melted ……………… A ….. Require repair replacement. Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement. Oil-soaked (spongy) ….. 1 ………… Suggest replacement. Restricted ………….. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Routing incorrect ……. B …………….. Require repair. Surface cracks (dry-
rotted) ……………. 1 ………… Suggest replacement.
VACUUM RESERVOIRS
VACUUM RESERVOIR INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Check valve leaking
internally …………. A ………… Require replacement. Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement. Restricted ………….. A .. Require repair or replacement.
VACUUM TUBES
See VACUUM HOSES AND TUBES.
VALVES IN RECEIVER (VIRS)
VALVE IN RECEIVER (VIR) INSPECTION
Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect … B ………… Require replacement. Attaching hardware
broken …………….. A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Bracket bent, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket bent, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket broken, affecting
performance ………… A ………… Require replacement. Bracket broken, not
affecting performance .. .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket cracked, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket cracked, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket holes elongated,
not affecting
performance ………… .. …….. No service suggested or required.
Bracket loose, affecting
performance ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Bracket loose, not
Dessicant bag
deteriorated ……….. A …….. (1) Require replacement.
Further inspection required.
Dessicant at the end of its useful life (saturated
with moisture) ……… 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Filter screen torn …… A .. Require replacement of screen. Fitting damaged ……… B .. Require repair or replacement. Fusible plug leaking …. A …. Require replacement of plug. Inoperative …………. A ……….. (2) Require repair or replacement.
Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Pressure relief device
leaking ……………. A . Require replacement of pressure relief device.
Restricted ………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Sight glass no longer
transparent ………… 2 … Suggest replacement of drier. Threads damaged ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Threads stripped (threads
missing) …………… A ………… Require replacement. Tubing connection
leaking ……………. A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Inspect system to determine effects of dessicant bag deterioration.
(2) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
WATER PUMPS (ELECTRIC AUXILIARY)
WATER PUMP (ELECTRIC AUXILIARY) INSPECTION
Attaching hardware
Attaching hardware not
Connector broken …….. | A | .. Require | repair or replacement. |
Connector (Weatherpack | |||
type) leaking ………. | A | .. Require | repair or replacement. |
Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 2 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Connector missing ……. C ………… Require replacement. Inoperative …………. A …….. (2) Require replacement. Leaking …………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Missing …………….. C ………… Require replacement. Noisy ………………. 2 ………… Suggest replacement. Terminal broken ……… A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal burned, affecting
performance ………… A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance | .. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
Terminal corroded, not | |||||||
affecting performance | .. | 2 | .. | Suggest | repair | or | replacement. |
Terminal loose, affecting | |||||||
performance ………… | B | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. | |
Terminal loose, not | |||||||
affecting performance .. | 1 | .. | Suggest | repair or replacement. | |||
Vibration …………… | 1 | .. | Suggest | replacement. | |||
Wire lead conductors | |||||||
exposed ……………. | B | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. | |
Wire lead corroded …… | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. | |
Wire lead open ………. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. | |
Wire lead shorted ……. | A | .. | Require | repair | or | replacement. |
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.
(2) – Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of
OEM specification.
WIRING HARNESSES AND CONNECTORS
WIRING HARNESS AND CONNECTOR INSPECTION
Condition C | ode | ||
Application incorrect … | B | .. Require repair o | r replacement. |
Attaching hardware | |||
broken …………….. | A | … Require repair | or replacement |
of hardware. |
Attaching hardware
missing ……………. C ………. Require replacement of hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ………… A … Require repair or replacement of hardware.
Connector broken …….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Connector (Weatherpack
type) leaking ………. A .. Require repair or replacement. Circuit open ………… A .. Require repair or replacement. Circuit resistance
(voltage drop) out of
specification ………. | A | .. Require | repair or replacement. |
Circuit shorted ……… | A | .. Require | repair or replacement. |
Connector melted,
affecting performance .. A ……….. (1) Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted, not
affecting performance .. 2 ……….. (1) Suggest repair or replacement.
Connector missing ……. C ………… Require replacement. Diode open ………….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Diode shorted ……….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Insulation damaged,
conductors exposed ….. A .. Require repair or replacement. Insulation damaged,
conductors not exposed . 1 ………… Suggest replacement. Protective shield
(conduit) melted ……. B …….. (1) Require replacement. Protective shield
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Terminal loose, affecting
performance ………… B .. Require repair or replacement. Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement. Voltage drop out of
specification ………. A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) – Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement of part.