Chevrolet Trax: Air conditioning compressor malfunction (C67)
Diagnostic Instructions
- Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
- Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
- Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each
diagnostic category.
Circuit/System Description
The A/C compressor uses a conventional belt driven magnetic clutch to engage
and mechanically turn the
compressor. When the A/C switch is pressed, the HVAC control module sends an A/C
request message to the
ECM via serial data. If specific criteria is met, the ECM then grounds the A/C
compressor clutch relay control
circuit, which will switch the A/C compressor clutch relay. With the relay
contacts closed, battery voltage is
supplied to the permanently grounded A/C compressor clutch. The A/C compressor
clutch will then be
activated.
Diagnostic Aids
The following conditions must be met in order to turn on the A/C compressor:
- Battery voltage is between 9-18 V.
- Engine coolant temperature is less than 124ºC (255ºF).
- Engine speed is greater than 600 RPM.
- Engine speed is less than 5 500 RPM.
- A/C high side pressure is between 269-2 929 kPa (39-425 PSI).
- Throttle position is less than 100%.
- Evaporator temperature is greater than 3ºC (38ºF).
- ECM does not detect excessive torque load.
- ECM does not detect insufficient idle quality.
- The ambient temperature is above 1ºC (34ºF).
- Blower motor must be in any other position than off.
- A/C switch is depressed.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
HVAC Schematics (Encore), HVAC Schematics (Trax)
Connector End View Reference
WIRING SYSTEMS AND POWER MANAGEMENT - COMPONENT CONNECTOR END VIEWS -
INDEX - ENCORE WIRING SYSTEMS AND POWER MANAGEMENT - COMPONENT
CONNECTOR END VIEWS - INDEX - TRAX
Description and Operation
Manual HVAC Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
- Circuit Testing
- Connector Repairs
- Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
- Wiring Repairs
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
NOTE: Refer to HVAC System Malfunction (C67) before performing this
procedure
- Ignition ON, press and release the A/C Switch.
- Verify the scan tool HVAC A/C Switch parameter changes between Active
and Inactive.
If the parameter does not change
Replace the A26 HVAC Controls.
If the parameter changes
- Set A/C system to coolest setting with blower ON.
- Press and release the A/C switch several times.
- Verify the scan tool ECM A/C Request Signal parameter changes between
Active and Inactive.
If the parameter does not change
Replace the K33 HVAC Control Module.
If the parameter changes
- Verify the A/C compressor clutch engages when commanding the ECM A/C
Relay output function On
and Off with a scan tool.
If the A/C compressor clutch does not engage
Refer to DTC P0645, P0646, or P0647
If the A/C compressor clutch engages
- All OK.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the repair.
- HVAC Component Replacement Reference (C67)
- Control Module References for HVAC control module replacement,
programming and setup
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Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
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HVAC Control Module Replacement
When replacing or disconnecting the HVAC control module, it will be necessary
to perform a recalibration
process. When installing or reconnecting the HVAC control modu
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Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each
diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptors
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