P0532

DTC P0532

Circuit Description


The following DTCs are for the air conditioning (A/C) refrigerant pressure sensor:

^ DTC P0531 - A/C refrigerant pressure sensor performance
^ DTC P0532 - A/C refrigerant pressure sensor circuit low voltage
^ DTC P0533 - A/C refrigerant pressure sensor circuit high voltage

The engine control module (ECM) monitors the high side refrigerant pressure through an A/C refrigerant pressure sensor. When the pressure is high the signal voltage is high. When the pressure is low, the signal voltage is low. When the pressure is high, the ECM commands the cooling fans ON. When the pressure is too high or too low, the ECM will not allow the A/C compressor clutch to engage.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The engine is running.

A/C OFF when P0531 is set.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0531: The ECM detects the A/C pressure signal circuit is more than 4.5 volts for 4 minutes.
P0532: The ECM detects an A/C pressure of less than 0.1 volt for 1.6 seconds.
P0533: The ECM detects an A/C pressure of more than 4.9 volts for 1.6 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

^ The ECM will not illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL).
^ The ECM stores the failure records.
^ The A/C compressor clutch is disabled.
^ SERVICE A/C SYSTEM displays on the DIC.
^ A/C OFF displays on the HVAC control module.
^ The A/C compressor clutch will not be disabled if only DTC P0531 is set.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

^ The ECM will not store failure records if only DTC P0531 is set.
^ The DTC will become history if the ECM no longer detects a failure.
^ The history DTC will clear after 40 fault-free ignition cycles.
^ Clear the DTC with a scan tool then cycle the ignition.

Diagnostic Aids

If the condition is not present, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

3. Tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the low voltage range.
4. Tests for the proper operation of the circuit in the high voltage range. If the fuse in the jumper opens when you perform this test, the signal circuit is shorted to ground.
5. Tests for a short to voltage in the 5-volt reference circuit.