Heating-A/C System
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A/C SYSTEM
| Item | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| A/C Compressor | Denso 10S17C | ND-8 PAG oil |
| Freeze-up Control | A/C low pressure switch | Accumulator mounted - input to powertrain control module (PCM) - PCM opens compressor clutch relay below 131-141 kPa (19-21 psi), closes relay above 241-269 kPa (35-39 psi) |
| Low psi Control | A/C pressure transducer | Discharge line mounted - input to powertrain control module (PCM) - PCM opens compressor clutch relay below 110 kPa (16 psi), closes relay above 220 kPa (32 psi) |
| High psi Control | A/C pressure transducer | Discharge line mounted - input to powertrain control module (PCM) - PCM opens compressor clutch relay above 3219 kPa (476 psi), closes relay below 2937 kPa (426 psi) |
| Refrigerant Charge Capacity | Refer to the A/C Underhood Specification Label located in the engine compartment | R-134a refrigerant |
| A/C Clutch Coil Draw | 3.3 amps | @ 12V +/- 0.5V @ 21° (70° F) |
| A/C Clutch Coil Resistance | 3.6 +/- 0.2 ohms | When measured across the coil lead connector |
| A/C Clutch Air Gap | 0.35 - 0.60 mm (0.014 - 0.024 in.) |
FASTENER TORQUE
| Description | N.m | Ft. Lbs. | In. Lbs. |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Screws NOT Listed Below | 2 | - | 17 |
| A/C Compressor Clutch Bolt | 19 | - | 168 |
| A/C Compressor Mounting Bolts | 23 | 17 | - |
| A/C Condenser to Radiator Bolts | 5 | - | 45 |
| A/C Discharge Line to A/C Condenser Bolt | 18 | 13 | - |
| Accumulator Mounting Bracket Nuts | 5 | - | 45 |
| HVAC Housing to Dash Panel Bolts | 7 | - | 60 |
| HVAC Housing to Dash Panel Nuts | 7 | - | 60 |
| Liquid Line to A/C Condenser Bolt | 18 | 13 | - |
| Refrigerant Lines to Evaporator Nuts | 13.5 | 10 | - |
| Refrigerant Lines to Compressor Bolts | 25 | 18 | - |
| Suction Lines to Accumulator Bolts | 18 | 13 | - |