Pinpoint Test I: Incorrect/Erratic Direction of Airflow From Outlets
Climate Control System
Pinpoint Tests
Pinpoint Test I: Incorrect/Erratic Direction of Airflow From Outlets
Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 54 (Escape/Mariner, Escape Hybrid/Mariner Hybrid), Manual Climate Control System for schematic and connector information. Diagrams By Number
Refer to Wiring Diagram Set 55 (Escape/Mariner, Escape Hybrid/Mariner Hybrid), Automatic Climate Control System for schematic and connector information. Diagrams By Number
Normal Operation
Under normal operation, to rotate the defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator, the HVAC module supplies voltage and ground to the defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator motor through the actuator motor circuits. To reverse the defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator rotation, the HVAC module reverses the voltage and ground circuits.
The defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator feedback resistor is supplied a 5-volt reference voltage and ground from the HVAC module. The HVAC module measures the resistance on the defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator feedback circuit to determine the defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator position by the position of the actuator feedback resistor wiper arm.
During an actuator calibration cycle, the HVAC module drives the defrost/panel/floor mode door until the door reaches both internal stops in the HVAC case. If the defrost/panel/floor mode door is temporarily obstructed or binding during a calibration cycle, the HVAC module may interpret this as the actual end of travel for the door. When this condition occurs and the HVAC module commands the actuator to its end of travel, the airflow may not be from the expected outlets.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Mode door actuator
- HVAC module - Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC)
- HVAC module - Electronic Manual Temperature Control (EMTC)
- Stuck or damaged linkage or door
PINPOINT TEST I: INCORRECT/ERRATIC DIRECTION OF AIRFLOW FROM OUTLETS
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I1 CHECK THE HVAC MODULE FOR DTCs
- Ignition ON.
- Check the HVAC module for DTCs.
- Are DTCs present?
Yes
For DTC B12A7, INSPECT for binding/damaged linkage or door. REPAIR as necessary. If no condition is found, INSTALL a new floor/defrost/panel door actuator. REFER to Climate Control Mode Door Actuator - Defrost/Panel/Floor Door. If a new actuator is installed, CONNECT the actuator electrical connector before the HVAC module connector(s). This will allow the new actuator to be calibrated when the HVAC module is reconnected. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. TEST the system for normal operation.
For DTC B12A4, GO to I2.
For DTC B298A, GO to I3.
For DTC B298B, GO to I4.
For DTC B12A5, GO to I6.
For DTC B12A6, GO to I10.
No
INSPECT for broken linkage or door. REPAIR as necessary. If no condition is found, GO to I13.
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I2 CHECK THE ACTUATOR MOTOR DRIVE CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO POWER
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: HVAC Module - DATC C2356A or HVAC Module - EMTC C2357A.
- Ignition ON.
- Measure the voltage between ground and:
- HVAC module - DATC C2356A-19 or HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-19, circuit CH229 (WH/BU), harness side.
- HVAC module - DATC C2356A-20 or HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-20, circuit CH228 (YE/GY), harness side.
- Is any voltage present?
Yes
REPAIR the circuit CH228 (YE/GY) or CH229 (WH/BU) for a short to power. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
GO to I5.
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I3 CHECK THE ACTUATOR MOTOR DRIVE CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN
NOTE: Access to the connector in the following step is difficult. Before performing this step, visually inspect the actuator and its harness for obvious damage. If no damage is evident, proceed with the test.
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: HVAC Module - DATC C2356A or HVAC Module - EMTC C2357A.
- Disconnect: Defrost/Panel/Floor Door Actuator C2278.
- Measure the resistance between defrost/panel/floor door actuator C2278-1, circuit CH229 (WH/BU) and:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-19, circuit CH229 (WH/BU), harness side.
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-19, circuit CH229 (WH/BU), harness side.
- Measure the resistance between defrost/panel/floor door actuator C2278-6, circuit CH228 (YE/GY), harness side and:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-20, circuit CH228 (YE/GY), harness side
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-20, circuit CH228 (YE/GY), harness side.
- Are the resistances less than 5 ohms?
Yes
GO to I13.
No
REPAIR the circuit CH228 (YE/GY) or CH229 (WH/BU) for an open. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I4 CHECK THE ACTUATOR MOTOR DRIVE CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: HVAC Module - DATC C2356A or HVAC Module - EMTC C2357A.
- Measure the resistance between ground and:
- HVAC module - DATC C2356A-19 or HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-19, circuit CH229 (WH/BU), harness side.
- HVAC module - DATC C2356A-20 or HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-20, circuit CH228 (YE/GY), harness side.
- Are the resistances greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
GO to I5.
No
REPAIR the circuit CH228 (YE/GY) or CH229 (WH/BU) for a short to ground. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I5 CHECK THE ACTUATOR MOTOR DRIVE CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TOGETHER
NOTE: Access to the connector in the following step is difficult. Before performing this step, visually inspect the actuator and its harness for obvious damage. If no damage is evident, proceed with the test.
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: Defrost/Panel/Floor Door Actuator C2278.
- Measure the resistance between:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-20, circuit CH228 (YE/GY), harness side and HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-19, circuit CH229 (WH/BU), harness side.
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-20, circuit CH228 (YE/GY), harness side and HVAC module - DATC C2356A-19, circuit CH229 (WH/BU), harness side.
- Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
GO to I13.
No
REPAIR circuits CH228 (YE/GY) and CH229 (WH/BU) for a short together. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I6 CHECK CIRCUIT VH436 (YE/VT) FOR A SHORT TO POWER
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: HVAC Module - DATC C2356A or HVAC Module - EMTC C2357A.
- Ignition ON.
- Measure the voltage between ground and:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- Is any voltage present?
Yes
REPAIR circuit VH436 (YE/VT) for a short to power. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
GO to I7.
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I7 CHECK CIRCUIT LH111 (BN/WH) FOR A SHORT TO CIRCUIT VH436 (YE/VT)
NOTE: Access to the connector in the following step is difficult. Before performing this step, visually inspect the actuator and its harness for obvious damage. If no damage is evident, proceed with the test.
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: Defrost/Panel/Floor Door Actuator C2278.
- Measure the resistance between:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-11, circuit LH111 (BN/WH), harness side and HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-11 , circuit LH111 (BN/WH), harness side and HVAC module - DATC C2356A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
CARRY OUT the Defrost/Panel/Floor Door Actuator component test. If a new actuator is installed, CONNECT the actuator electrical connector before the HVAC module connector(s). This will allow the new actuator to be calibrated when the HVAC module is reconnected. If the actuator tests OK, GO to I8. Defrost/Panel/Floor Door Actuator
No
REPAIR circuits LH111 (BN/WH) and VH436 (YE/VT) for a short together. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I8 CHECK CIRCUIT VH436 (YE/VT) FOR AN OPEN
- Measure the resistance between defrost/panel/floor door actuator C2278-4, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side and:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes
GO to I9.
No
REPAIR circuit VH436 (YE/VT) for an open. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I9 CHECK THE ACTUATOR RETURN CIRCUIT RH111 (GY/BU) FOR AN OPEN
- Measure the resistance between defrost/panel/floor door actuator C2278-2, circuit RH111 (GY/BU), harness side and:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-10, circuit RH111 (GY/BU), harness side.
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-10, circuit RH111 (GY/BU), harness side.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes
GO to I13.
No
REPAIR circuit RH111 (GY/BU) for an open. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I10 CHECK CIRCUIT VH436 (YE/VT) FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect: HVAC Module - DATC C2356A or HVAC Module - EMTC C2357A.
- Measure the resistance between ground and:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- Are the resistances greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
GO to I11.
No
REPAIR circuit VH436 (YE/VT) for a short to ground. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I11 CHECK CIRCUIT RH111 (GY/BU) FOR A SHORT TO CIRCUIT VH436 (YE/VT)
NOTE: Due to limited connector accessibility, before carrying out this test step, visually inspect the wiring between the HVAC module and actuator for opens or shorts. If no damage is visually evident, proceed with the test.
- Disconnect: Defrost/Panel/Floor Door Actuator C2278.
- Measure the resistance between:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-10, circuit RH111 (GY/BU), harness side and HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-10, circuit RH111 (GY/BU), harness side and HVAC module - DATC C2356A-8, circuit VH436 (YE/VT), harness side.
- Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?
Yes
GO to I12.
No
REPAIR circuits RH111 (GY/BU) and VH436 (YE/VT) for a short together. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I12 CHECK CIRCUIT LH111 (BN/WH) FOR AN OPEN
- Measure the resistance between defrost/panel/floor door actuator C2278-3, circuit LH111 (BN/WH), harness side and:
- For EMTC systems, HVAC module - EMTC C2357A-11, circuit LH111 (BN/WH), harness side.
- For DATC systems, HVAC module - DATC C2356A-11, circuit LH111 (BN/WH), harness side.
- Is the resistance less than 5 ohms?
Yes
GO to I13.
No
REPAIR circuit LH111 (BN/WH) for an open. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I13 CHECK THE ACTUATOR CONNECTION
- Inspect the defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator connector for:
- corrosion.
- pushed-out terminals.
- damaged terminals.
- Connect and correctly seat the actuator connector.
- Clear the DTCs.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?
Yes
CARRY OUT the Defrost/Panel/Floor Door Actuator component test. Defrost/Panel/Floor Door Actuator If a new actuator is installed, CONNECT the actuator electrical connector before the HVAC module connector(s). This will allow the new actuator to be calibrated when the HVAC module is reconnected. If the actuator tests OK, GO to I14.
No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. TEST the system for normal operation.
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I14 MODULE ACTUATOR POSITION CALIBRATION
NOTE: The purpose of the module actuator position calibration is to allow the HVAC module to reinitialize and calibrate the actuator stop points. To carry out the calibration, follow the steps below.
- Ignition OFF.
- Inspect the HVAC module connectors for:
- corrosion.
- pushed-out terminals.
- damaged terminals.
- Connect and correctly seat all the HVAC module connectors.
- Ignition ON.
- Clear the DTCs.
- Select any position except OFF.
- NOTE: The HVAC module will now initialize and calibrate the actuators. Calibration of the actuators will take approximately 30 seconds.
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?
Yes
INSTALL a new HVAC module. REFER to Climate Control Service and Repair. TEST the system for normal operation.
No
The system is now operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a foreign object in the HVAC case or temporary binding that restricted actuator door travel. CHECK any actuator external linkage. If condition recurs, INSPECT actuator linkage and door for binding and CHECK HVAC case for foreign objects.
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