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Climate Control System - General Information and Diagnostics

Item Specification

A/C Compressor
A/C compressor type SC90V variable scroll
A/C compressor rotation Clockwise

A/C Compressor Magnetic Clutch
Air gap between pulley and clutch plate 0.35-0.75 mm (0.014-0.030 in)

A/C Low Charge Protection Switch
Close 276 kPa max (40 psi)
Open 76-90 kPa (11-13 psi)

A/C Pressure Relief Valve
Open 3,620 kPa (520 psi) minimum

Dual-Function Pressure Switch
High Speed Fan ON (closed contacts) 1,965-2,172 kPa (285-315 psi)
High Speed Fan OFF (open contacts) 1,482-1,965 kPa (30-70 psi)
A/C clutch cut-in (closed contacts) 1,517-1,931 kPa (220-280 psi)
A/C clutch cut-out (open contacts) 2,999-3,275 kPa (435-475 psi)

Front Thermistor (when front and rear systems are in operation)
Cut-in/cut-out 3.3°C (38°F)/1.7°C (35°F)

Front Thermistor (when front system only is in operation)
Cut-in/cut-out 2.2°C (36°F)/0.6°C (33°F)

Rear Thermistor (all the time)
Cut-in/cut-out 7°C (44.6°F)/5°C (41°F)

NOTE:
- The specifications apply to hybrid vehicles only. For non-hybrid specifications, refer to Heating and Air Conditioning.
- For hybrid refrigerant and compressor specifications and capacities, refer to Heating and Air Conditioning.