Pinpoint Test N: The Air Conditioning (A/C) Is Always On - A/C Mode Always Commanded On

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N1 CHECK THE A/C SWITCH STATUS (CC_SW_AC) PID WITH THE A/C OFF
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: DataLogger - HVAC module.
- Monitor the CC_SW_AC HVAC module PID
- Select PANEL, press and release the A/C button (indicator off) on the HVAC controls.
- Does the PID read On when the A/C button is pressed and Off when released?
- Yes : GO to N2.
- No : GO to N4.
N2 CHECK THE AIR CONDITIONING REQUEST SIGNAL (AC_REQ) PID WITH THE A/C OFF
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: DataLogger - PCM.
- Deactivate the A/C using the HVAC controls.
- Monitor the AC_REQ PCM PID
- Does the PID read OFF?
- Yes : GO to N4.
- No : GO to N3.
N3 CHECK THE AIR CONDITIONING REQUEST SIGNAL (AC_REQ) PID WITH HVAC MODULE DISCONNECTED
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: HVAC Module - C228B.
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: DataLogger - PCM.
- Monitor the AC_REQ PCM PID
- Does the PID read OFF?
- Yes : GO to N4.
- No : GO to N5.
N4 CHECK FOR CORRECT HVAC MODULE OPERATION
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect and inspect all HVAC module connectors.
- Repair:
  - corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
  - damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
  - pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
- Connect all HVAC module connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.
- Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?
- Yes : CHECK OASIS for any applicable TSBs. If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no TSB addresses this concern, INSTALL a new HVAC module. REFER to HEATING VENTILATION AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) MODULE .
- No : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.
N5 CHECK FOR CORRECT PCM OPERATION
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect and inspect all PCM connectors.
- Repair:
  - corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
  - damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
  - pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
- Connect all PCM connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.
- Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?
- Yes : CHECK OASIS for any applicable TSBs. If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no TSB addresses this concern, INSTALL a new PCM. REFER to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS .
- No : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.