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Symptom Troubleshooting Index

Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for
The blower and heater controls and the A/C system do not work Probable cause: The climate control unit has malfunctioned, or has lost power or ground.
Do the climate control power and ground circuit troubleshooting (see CLIMATE CONTROL POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING  )
The A/C compressor clutch and the A/C condenser/radiator fans are inoperative, but the blower and heater controls work Probable cause: A/C pressure sensor circuit malfunction.
NOTE: When the A/C pressure sensor malfunctions, it may or may not set a DTC
The A/C compressor clutch does not engage, but the A/C condenser/radiator fans operate, and the blower and heater controls work Probable cause:
The A/C condenser fan and/or the radiator fan do not run with the A/C on Probable cause: A/C condenser/radiator fan low speed circuit malfunction. Do the radiator and A/C condenser fan low speed circuit troubleshooting (see RADIATOR AND A/C CONDENSER FAN LOW SPEED CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING  )
The A/C condenser/radiator fans do not run at high speed, but do run at low speed Probable cause: Malfunction in the fan high speed circuit(s). Do the following troubleshooting as needed:
Voice commands do not work Probable cause: Communication problem between the climate control unit and the audio-navigation unit. Do the navigation communication line circuit troubleshooting (see NAVIGATION COMMUNICATION LINE CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING  )
The climate control display is inoperative Probable cause: Communication problem between the climate control unit and the audio-navigation and HVAC switch panel (with navigation) or the audio and HVAC switch panel (without navigation). Do the HVAC communication line circuit troubleshooting; with navigation (see HVAC COMMUNICATION LINE CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING  ), without navigation (see WITHOUT NAVIGATION  )
The climate control switches do not work Probable cause: Climate control switch communication line circuit malfunction. Do the HVAC switch communication line circuit troubleshooting; with navigation (see WITH NAVIGATION  ), without navigation (see WITHOUT NAVIGATION  )
Blower fan runs slower than expected in cold weather (when in AUTO mode)
NOTE: It is normal for the blower fan to run slowly until the coolant temperature rises when in AUTO mode
Probable cause: Engine coolant temperature (ECT) circuit malfunction. Troubleshoot ECT Sensor 2 Circuit Range/Performance Problem (see DTC P2183: ECT SENSOR 2 CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE PROBLEM )
The A/C compressor clutch cycles rapidly on and off Probable cause:
The A/C compressor clutch does not disengage when the A/C switch is off Probable cause: The A/C compressor clutch circuit is on (energized) continuously, shorted to ground, stuck A/C compressor clutch relay, or the A/C compressor clutch is mechanically jammed
The A/C compressor relief valve. If it has vented refrigerant to the atmosphere, correct the problem with the A/C compressor clutch or clutch circuit, then replace the relief valve (see A/C COMPRESSOR RELIEF VALVE REPLACEMENT  )
The A/C compressor relief valve has vented refrigerant
NOTE: This indicates the A/C system pressure was very high
Probable cause: A high-side restriction, the A/C condenser/radiator fans are inoperative, or the A/C compressor clutch is not disengaging
Powertrain DTCs
HDS does not communicate with the climate control unit or the vehicle Troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING )  
Insufficient heating
  1. Check the coolant level (see COOLANT CHECK )
  2. Check the radiator cap (see RADIATOR CAP TEST )
  3. Check the coolant temperature during normal operation
  4. Check the heater core inlet hose temperature:
    • If it is COLD, check for restrictions in the hose, a damaged or leaking thermostat, or a damaged or leaking water pump
    • If it is HOT, check for restrictions in the heater core. Back flush or replace the heater core.
  5. Check the operation of the air mix doors:
  6. Check the blower motor unit for obstructions
  7. Check for air leaks around the ducts and vents