A/C Pressure Sensor

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The A/C pressure sensor converts A/C pressure into electrical signals to the PCM.

NOTE: The pressures can be monitored using the HDS PGM-FI Data List.

Fig 1: Identifying A/C Pressure Sensor

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The response of the A/C pressure sensor is shown in the graph.

NOTE: When the refrigerant is below 196 kPa (2.0 kgf/cm² , 28 psi) or above 3,140 kPa (32 kgf/cm² , 455 psi), the PCM turns the compressor relay off to protect the A/C compressor.

Fig 2: A/C Pressure Sensor Graph

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