Repair Procedures: Inspection
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- Ignition "OFF"
- Disconnect the connector of mode control actuator.
- Verify that the mode control actuator operates to the defrost mode when connecting 12V to the terminal 3 and grounding terminal 4.
- Verify that the mode control actuator operates to the vent mode when connecting in the reverse.
- Check the voltage between terminals 5 and 6.VOLTAGE REFERENCE CHART
Door position Voltage (5-6) Error detecting Vent 0.4 ± 0.15V Low voltage: 0.1V or less Defrost 4.6 ± 0.15V High voltage: 4.9V or more It will feedback current position of actuator to controls.
- If the measured voltage is not specification, substitute with a known-good mode control actuator and check for proper operation.
- If the problem is corrected, replace the mode control actuator.