Symptom Chart: Climate Control System
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. For information about these practices, REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .
| Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to duplicate the customer concern and no Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
| Reduced outlet airflow | Refer to Pinpoint Test | If the vehicle is not equipped with A/C, GO to Pinpoint Test O If the A/C compressor is always commanded on, GO to Pinpoint Test L If the A/C compressor operates normally, GO to Pinpoint Test O |
| The air inlet door is inoperative | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test H |
| Incorrect or erratic direction of airflow from outlets | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test I |
| Insufficient, erratic or no heat | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test J |
| The A/C is inoperative | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test K |
| Insufficient A/C cooling | Improper refrigerant level | CARRY OUT the refrigerant system tests. If OK, DIAGNOSE for a temperature door actuator not operating correctly. For 1.0L EcoBoost, REFER to: Refrigerant System Tests - 1.0L EcoBoost (90kW/120PS) . For 1.6L EcoBoost, REFER to: Refrigerant System Tests - 1.6L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) - Sigma . For 1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT, REFER to: Refrigerant System Tests - 1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (88kW/120PS) - Sigma . |
| Temperature door actuator | GO to Pinpoint Test M | |
| The A/C is always on - A/C mode always commanded ON | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test L |
| Temperature control is inoperative or does not operate correctly | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test M |
| The blower motor is inoperative | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test N |
| The blower motor does not operate correctly | Refer to Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test O |
| A/C pressure relief valve discharging | High system pressure | CHECK the high side system pressure. If the system pressure is above the A/C pressure relief valve open pressure, REPAIR the A/C system for a restriction. If the pressure is below the A/C pressure relief valve open pressure, INSTALL a new A/C compressor. For 1.0L EcoBoost, REFER to: Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor - 1.0L EcoBoost (90kW/120PS) . For 1.6L EcoBoost, REFER to: Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor - 1.6L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) - Sigma . For 1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT, REFER to: Air Conditioning (A/C) Compressor - 1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (88kW/120PS) - Sigma . |
| A/C pressure relief valve |