2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon SPECIFICATIONS FAST! ER TIGHTENING SPECIFICA’ Fastener Tightening Specifica Specification Application Metric English AIC High Pressure Recirculation Switch 6Nm 53 Ib in AIC Low Pressure Switch 6Nm 53 Ib in AVC Refrigerant Filter Retaining Nuts 15 Nm IIb ft Accumulator Bracket Nut 9Nm 80 Ib in ‘Accumulator Clamp Bolt 10Nm 8 Ib ft Air Distribution Duct Screws L6Nm 14 [bin Air Outlet Mounting Screw 16Nm 14 Ibin Auxiliary A/C Tubes at the Auxiliary HVAC a oN Module Auxiliary Evaporator Tube to TXV Nut 28.N.m 21 Ib ft Auxiliary HVAC Module A/C Line Nut 16N.m 12 Ib ft ‘Auxiliary HVAC Module Mounting Nuts to — ae Vehicle Blower Motor Insulating Cover Screw 16N.m 14 Ibin Blower Motor Relay/Resistor Screw L6Nm 14 Ib in Compressor Bracket Mounting Bolts 30N.m 37 Ib ft Compressor Clutch Coil Connector Retaining One ne racket Screw Compressor Clutch Plate Retaining Bolt 18 Nam 13 Ib ft Compressor Discharge Hose Nut at Compressor 16 Nam 2 Ib ft Compressor Hose Bolt to Compressor (L18 34Nm 25 bh Harrison) Compressor Mounting Bolts (L18 Harrison) 50 Nan 37 Ib ft Compressor Mounting Bolts (LR4, LM7, LQ4 EOI an Denso) Compressor Suetion/Discharge Hose Bolt 34. Nm 25 Ib ft Compressor Suction Hose Nut to Accumulator 16 Nam 12 Ib ft Compressor Suction Hose to Accumulator 41.Nam 30 Ib fi Condenser Upper Insulator Retainer Bolts 24m 21 Ib in Discharse Hose Mounting Bolt (LR4. LM7. LO42006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Denso) 16 N.m 12 Ib ft Evaporator Tube Fitting at Orifice 25 Nm 18 Ib ft Evaporator Tube Nut at Condenser 16N.m 12 Ib ft Evaporator Tube Nut at Evaporator 16N.m 12 Ib ft Evaporator Tube to the Auxiliary A/C Tube 16 N.m Lib ft Filter Access Door Screw 1.6N.m 14 Ibin Floor Air Outlet Duct Screw 1L.6N.m 14 Ib in Heater A/C Auxiliary Tubes Retaining Nuts 7Nam 621b in Heater Core Cover Screws 1.6N.m 14 [bin Heater Hose Outlet Mounting Nut and Bolt 25. N.m 18 Ib ft Heater/ Ventilation Module Mounting Nuts 9Nm 80 Ib in Heater/ Ventilation Module Mounting Screws 4Nm 35 Ib in Heater Ventilation Module Screws L.6N.m 14 Ib in Insulator Retainers and Bolts 24.Nm 21 Ib in Pressure Relief Valve oN 80 Ib in Suction Hose Mounting Bolt (LR4, LM7, LQ4 Denso) REFRIGERANT SYSTEM CAPACITIES, Refrigerant System Capacities Specification Application Metric English PAG Oil GM PN 12378526 for United States PAG Oil GM P/N 88900060 for Canada ‘Accumulator Replacement 60 mi* 2oz* * Add PAG oil equal to the amount of oil drained from the accumulator plus the specified additional amount. Compressor Replacement 60 mi! 2oz! « The Denso service compressor is precharged with 237 ml (8.0 02) of PAG oil Condenser Replacement 30 ml! Loz! Evaporator Replacement 90 mi! 302! Evaporator, Rear Replacement 90 ml! 3 oz! « Total System PAG Oil Capacity 210 ml 7.1 oz . pei System PAG Oil Capacity with Rear 330 ml fies R-134a2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon + Refrigerant Charge O.7kg 1.6 Ib + Refrigerant Charge Utility with Front and 12 ke 271b Rear A/C : * + Refrigerant Charge Suburban with Front 3 and Rear A/C lake aD ' [fmore than the specified amount of PAG oil was drained from a component, add the equal amount of oil drained. DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES LEAK TESTING Refrigerant Leak Testing Tools Required « J 39400-A Halogen Leak Detector. See Special Tools. « J 41447 R-134a A/C Tracer Dye-Box of 24. See Special Tools « J.41459 R-134a A/C Tracer Dye Injector. See Special Tools. « J 42220 Universal 12V Leak Detection Lamp. See Special Tools. « J 43872 Fluorescent Dye Cleaner. See Special Tools IMPORTANT: General Motors vehicles are now manufactured with fluorescent dye installed directly into the A/C system. The preferred method of leak testing is with the use of fluorescent dye. J 41447 is the only fluorescent dye approved by General Motors. See Special Tools. The fluorescent dye mixes and flows with the PAG oil throughout the refrigerant system Verifying some passive leaks may require using the J 39400-A , even though the A/C system contains fluorescent dye. See Special Tools The only time that adding additional fluorescent dye is required is after flushing the A/C system, Fluorescent Leak Detector Fluorescent dye will assist in locating any leaks in the A/C system. IMPORTANT: PAG oil is water soluble.2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon « Condensation on the evaporator core or the refrigerant lines may wash the PAG oil and fluorescent dye away from the actual leak, Condensation may also carry dye through the HVAC module drain. # Leaks in the A/C system will be indicated in a light green or yellow color when using the leak detection lamp. Use the leak detection lamp in the following areas: o All fittings or connections that use seal washers or O-rings © All of the A/C components © The A/C compressor shaft seal © The A/C hoses and pressure switches o The HVAC module drain tube, if the evaporator core is suspected of leaking © The service port sealing caps The sealing cap is the primary seal for the service ports. + Follow the instructions supplied with the J 42220 . See Special Tools. + To prevent false diagnosis in the future, thoroughly clean the residual dye from any area where leaks were found, Use a rag and the approved fluorescent dye cleaner J 43872 . See Special Tools. Fluorescent Dye Injection IMPORTANT: J 41447 is the only A/C leak detection dye approved by General Motors. See Special Tools. # Not all of the fluorescent dyes are compatible with PAG oil. Some types of dye decrease the oil viscosity or may chemically react with the oil « R-134a leak detection dye requires time to work. Depending upon the leak rate, a leak may not become visible for between 15 minutes and 7 days. IMPORTANT: Do NOT overcharge the A/C system with dye. This may cause reliability problems. Use only one 7.39 ml (0.25 02) charge bottle of J 41447 . See Special Tools. * With the A/C system charged, add J 41447 to the A/C system using J 41459 . See Special Tools. Follow the instructions provided with J 41459 . See Special Tools. « To prevent false diagnosis, thoroughly clean any residual dye from the service port with a rag and the approved fluorescent dye cleaner J 43872 . See Special Tools.2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Halogen Leak Detector Ensure that the vehicle has at least 0.45 kg (1 Ib) of refrigerant in the A/C refrigeration system in order to perform a leak test. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging for recharging the A/C system IMPORTANT: Halogen leak detectors are sensitive to the following items: « Windshield washing solutions « Many solvents and cleaners « Some adhesives used in the vehicle Clean and dry all surfaces in order to prevent a false warning. Liquids will damage the detector. IMPORTANT: Follow a continuous path in order to ensure that you will not miss any possible leaks. Test all areas of the system for leaks. Follow the instructions supplied with the J 39400-A . See Special Tools. AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST (WITH AUX A/C AND ELEC COOLING FAN) ‘Test Description The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table. 1: This step determines if the A/C system has at least the minimum refrigerant charge required to operate the system without damage. 2: This step measures the performance of the A/C system. his step is to allow for vehicle variations as well as high ambient air temperatures. Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) Step Action Values Yes No IMPORTANT: * The ambient air temperature must be at least 16°C (60°F). * Do not induce additional air flow across the front of the vehicle during the test. « Ifyou were sent here from a DTC diagnostic table, clear the DTC upon completion of this test. 1. Park the vehicle inside or in the shade. « Greater than2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 2. Open the windows in order to 16°C ventilate the interior of the (60°F), vehicle. 345 kPa (50 3. Ifthe A/C system was operating, allow the A/C system| PS) to equalize for about 2 minutes. | * Greater’ 4. Turn OFF the ignition. ian 5. Install the J 43600 ACR 2000 sr) Refrigerant Station, See Special] 4g Tools kPa (70 6. Record the ambient air psi) temperature displayed on the | 4 Greater 43600 . Sce Special Tools. ae 7. Record the low and high side 33°C STATIC pressure readings (90°F), 690 Are both the low and high side kPa pressures within the specified value? (100 Go to Leak psi) _| Goto Step 2 | Testing IMPORTANT: Record the relative humidity and the ambient air temperature at the time of the test. 1. Close the vehicle doors and windows. 2. Open the drivers door window 127-152 mm (5-6 in). 3. Select the following HVAC control settings: « The A/C ON. © The coldest temperature setting « The maximum blower speed © The I/P panel outlet mode « All I/P panel outlets are OPEN Recirculation mode 4. Install the temperature probes to} the J 43600 in the left and right2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 11 10. center A/C air outlets. See Special Tools. Apply the parking brake. 6. Place the transaxle/transmission in one of the following positions: « PARK for Automatic e NEUTRAL for Manual Start the engine, Operate the A/C system for 5 minutes. Inspect A/C components for the following conditions: ¢ Abnormal frost areas ¢ Unusual noises IMPORTANT: Press the RESET button, before using the print function of the J 43600 . See Special Tools. Print the following information The panel outlet air temperatures # The low-side pressure « The high-side pressure Compare the low and high side pressures and the panel output temperatures to the table below. Does all the data recorded fall within the specified ranges of the table below? Go to Step 8 Go to Step 3 1 If the pressures and temperatures recorded do not fall within the specified ranges Continue to operate the A/C system for an additional 5 minutes. RESET the J 43600 and record2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon the pressures and temperatures again. See Special Tools Compare the low and high side pressures and the output temperature to the table below. Does all the data recorded fall within the specified ranges of the table below? Go to Step 8 Go to Step 4 Do the high and low side pressures Go to Air fall within the specified ranges but Conditioning the panel outlet temperatures do not? (AIC) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone A Go to Step 5 Is the low side pressure greater than Go to Air the specified range but the high side Conditioni pressure within or l (A specified range? Diagnostics - Pressure Zone B Go to Step 6 Are the low and high side pressures Go to Air both greater than the specified Conditioning ranges? (A/C) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone C Go to Step 7 Is the high side pressure greater than Go to Air the specified range, but the low side Conditioning pressure is within or less than the (AIC) specified range? Diagnostics - Pressure Zone D Go to Step 8 Operate the system in order to veri! Goto the test result Sy o Did you find the same results? eras Systems - Manual in HVAC Systems - Manual or Symptoms -2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon HVAC Systems - Automatic in HVAC Systems - System OK | Automatic AIC System Pressure Zone C jon with Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling Fan {kPa} (psi) 690 100 620 90-4 550 80-4 485 70-4 415 60-} A 345 50-4 LOW SIDE 275 40-4 210 30- D 140 20-] 70 10-| 100 200 300 400 (psi) 700 1400 2100 2750 (kPa) HIGH SIDE fem Pressure Zone Cla: Fig. 1: A/C Cooling Fan Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS ication - Gas Engine With Engine Driven SORP. A/C Performance Table with Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling Fan Maximum | Maximum Left Center | Left Rear Discharge | Discharge Ambient Air) Relative Air Air Temperature| Humidity | Low Side_| High Side |Temperature|Temperature Service Port Pressure2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 13-18°C (55- | 192-282 kPa | 778-1026 kPa| joc renor | poe recon Ga) 0-100% | (gar psiy_ | (113-149 pat | 10°C 60°F) | 13°C G5°F) 9, | 303-372 kPa | 950-1247 kPa. on 7 ot 7 19.249 (66-| Below 40%| “Casa psi) | (138-181 psy | 17°C (61°F) | 18°C (63°F 75°F) 282-365 kPa | 950-1281 kPa] yo coo a Above 40%) “Tire pen" | (38186 pep | 15°C (59°F) | 18°C (63°FO 33 7 1150-1419 Below 35%| 297-413 kPa | 1p, (167-206 | 19°C (66°F) | 20°C (68°F) (49-60 psi) si) 1157-1440 25-29°C (76- 330-420 kPa og 0] 3 7 25°F) 35-50% | “4S61 psi ace 21°C (69°F) | 22°C (70°F) 1171-1481 420 KP. Above 50%| 330-420 kPa | 1-54 (170-215 | 21°C (69°F) | 22°C (70°F) (48-61 psi) a 1309-1619 Below 30%| 372-461 KPa | 1-55 (190-235 | 23°C (72°F) | 23°C (72°F) (54-67 psi) a) 6 1329-1756 30-35°C (86- 372-475 kPa oc 7eR) | 24°C 0759 95°F) 30-50% (54-69 psi) kPa (193-255 | 23°C (72°F) | 24°C (75°F) psi) | 1357-1729 Above 50%| 378-489 kPa | 1-53 (197-251 | 24°C (75°F) | 25°C (77°F) (55-71 psi) a 3 1488-1791 Below 20%| 413-496 kPa | 1-54 (916-260 | 24°C (75°F) | 25°C (77°F) (60-72 psi) os) : 1508-1853 36-41°C (96- 413-516 kPa ec. (79°) | 28°C (815 Tose) | 20-80% | “(60.75 psy. | KPa (219-269 | 27°C (79°F) | 28°C (81°F) psi) 7 1557-1908 Above 40%| 427°537 kPa | ip, (796.277 | 28°C (81°F) | 28°C (82°F) (62-78 psi) Ss 1681-1956 Below 20% para ira! kPa (244-284 | 27°C (79°F) | 28°C (82°F) 42-46°C anne psi) (106-115°F) L 1708-2032 Above 20%| 461-564 kPa | 1-54 (248-295 | 29°C (84°F) | 29°C (84°F) (67-82 psi) oa) 1880-2156 47-49°C ano, | 496-585 kPa ots oc (Reet oe 196 (116.120°R) {Below 30%| “G9. 5 psiy_ | KPa (273-313 | 30°C (86°F) | 30°C (86°F) psi)2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST (W/O AUX A/C AND WITH ELECTRIC COOLING) Test Description The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table. 1: This step determines if the A/C system has at least the minimum refrigerant charge required to operate the system without damage. 2: This step measures the performance of the A/C system. 3: This step is to allow for vehicle variations as well as high ambient air temperatures. Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) Step ‘Action Values Yes No IMPORTANT: © The ambient air temperature must be at least 16°C (60°F). © Do not induce additional air flow across the front of the vehicle during the test. « If you were sent here from a DTC diagnostic table, clear the DTC upon completion of this test. 1. Park the vehicle inside or inthe | Greater' shade. than 2. Open the windor 16°C ventilate the interior of the (60°F), vehicle, 345 3. Ifthe A/C system was kPa (50 operating, allow the A/C system} PS!) to equalize for about 2 minutes. | * Greater! 4, Turn OFF the ignition. ae | & Install the J 43600 ACR 2000 (75°F), Refrigerant Station, See Special] 4g Tools. kPa (70| 6. Record the ambient air psi) temperature displayed onthe J. |. Greater 43600 . See Special Tools. ea 7. Record the low and high side 33°C STATIC pressure readings (90°F), 690 Are both the low and high side kPa pressures within the specified value? (100 Go to Leak psi) _ | Go to Step 2 |Testing IMPORTANT:2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Record the relative humidity and the ambient air temperature at the time of the test. 1. Close the vehicle doors and windows. 2. Open the drivers door window 127-152 mm (5-6 in). Select the following HVAC control settings: © The A/C ON. * The coldest temperature setting The maximum blower speed The I/P panel outlet mode « All /P panel outlets are OPEN Recirculation mode 4. Install the temperature probes to the J 43600 in the left and right - center A/C air outlets. See Special Tools. Apply the parking brake 6. Place the transaxle/transmission in one of the following positions: * PARK for Automatic * NEUTRAL for Manual 7. Start the engine 8. Operate the A/C system for 5 minutes. 9. Inspect A/C components for the following conditions: + Abnormal frost areas + Unusual noises IMPORTANT: Press the RESET button, before using the print function of the J 43600 . See Special Tools.2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 10. Print the following information: # The panel outlet air temperatures The low-side pressure # The high-side pressure 11, Compare the low and high side pressures and the panel output temperatures to the table below. Does all the data recorded fall within the specified ranges of the table below? Goto Step 8 Go to Step 3 If the pressures and temperatures recorded do not fall within the specified ranges 1. Continue to operate the A/C system for an additional 5 minutes. 2. RESET the J 43600 and record the pressures and temperatures again. See Special Tools. 3. Compare the low and high side pressures and the output temperature to the table below. Does all the data recorded fall within the specified ranges of the table below? Go to Step 8 Go to Step 4 Do the high and low side pressures fall within the specified ranges but the panel outlet temperatures do not? Go to Air Conditioning (Alc) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone A Go to Step 5 Is the low side pressure greater than the specified range but the high side pressure within or less than the specified range? Go to Air Condi (AIC) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone B ing Go to Step 62006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Are the low and high side pressures Goto Air both greater than the specified Conditioning 6 [ranges? Go to Step 7 Is the high side pressure greater than Go to Air the specified range, but the low side [pressure is within or less than the specified range? Pressure Zone D Go to Step 8 Operate the system in order to verify Goto the test results. Symptoms - Did you find the same results? HVAC Systems - Manual in HVAC Systems - 8 Manual or Symptoms - HVAC Systems - Automatic in HVAC Systems - System OK _| Automatic AIC System Pressure Zone Classification wio Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling Fan2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon (kPa) (psi) 690 100— 620 90— 550 80— 485 70— 415 60— 345 50— LOW SIDE 275 40— 210 30— 140 20— 70 10— 100 200 300 400 (psi) 700 1400 2100 2750 (KPa) HIGH SIDE 2: A/C Performance Table w/o Aux A/C & with Electric Cooling Fan Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. A/C Performance Table w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling Fan Maximum Service Port Pressure Left Center Discharge Ambient Air | Relative / Temperature | Humidity | __Low Side High Side [Temperature 13-18°C (55- [105-257 KPa (24-37] 830-1180 kPa (120-] 4020 cane ca 0-100% i Tae 10°C (50°F) | 185-290 kPa 27-42] 1010-1340 KPa | os aon 19-24°¢ (66. [Below 40% psi) (147-194 psi) __| 1P°C 62°F) 75°F) | pove 40v| 202-313 KPa (29-45 990-1370 kPa (144-1 45-6 sony psi) 199 psi) Feo, [225-319 KPa 33-46] 1180-1470 KPa | 9 gc canop Below 35% a inaiven | °C G7F)2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 25-29°C (76. |_3590% anna: ea fare Ca) 85°F) | above 50% a ae Ie 16°C (61°F) a ae (37-52 eae 17°C (63°F) se or ea aes 18°C (64°F) es aes pena 20°C (68°F) Below 20% OR KPRRST] RD ITEOKPE Toc se) eC avon TEMES a 21°C (70°F) Above 40% |> ne (45-62 ooerameal 22°C (72°F) so-so oo. [Below 2% DEPP CAS Leso iO 21°C (70°F) LIS") om ear cores bee a 23°C (7) asic (us EEE se eae paso ito Ba 25°C (77°F) AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST (W/AUX A/C AND ENGINE DRIVEN COOLING) Test Description The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table. 1: This step determines if the A/C system has at least the minimum refrigerant charge required to operate the system without damage. 2: This step measures the performance of the A/C system. 3: This step is to allow for vehicle variations as well as high ambient air temperatures. Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) Step Action Values | Yes No IMPORTANT: « The ambient air temperature must be at least 16°C (60°F). Do not induce additional air flow across the front of the vehicle during the test. © If you were sent here from a DTC diagnostic table, clear the DTC upon completion of this2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon test. 1, Park the vehicle inside or in the | Greater shade. than 2. Open the windows in order to 16°C ventilate the interior of the (60°F), vehicle 345 3. Ifthe A/C system was a operating, allow the A/C system Ps to equalize for about 2 minutes,| * Greater 4. Turn OFF the ignition ee 5. Install the J 43600 ACR 2000 (75°F) Refrigerant Station. See Special] _4g3 Tools. kPa (70) 6. Record the ambient air psi) temperature displayed on the J.| Greater 43600 . See Special Tools. ton 7. Record the low and high side 33°C STATIC pressure readings (90°F), 690 Are both the low and high side kPa pressures within the specified value? (100 Go to Leak psi) _| Goto Step 2 | Testing IMPORTANT: Record the relative humidity and the ambient air temperature at the time of the test. 1. Close the vehicle doors and windows. nN |. Open the drivers door window 127-152 mm (5-6 in). Select the following HVAC control settings: « The A/C ON. The coldest temperature setting ¢ The maximum blower speed « The I/P panel outlet mode « All /P panel outlets are OPEN2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Recirculation mode s Install the temperature probes to| the J 43600 in the left and right center A/C air outlets. See Special Tools. 5. Apply the parking brake. 6. Place the transaxle/transmission in one of the following positions: « PARK for Automatic « NEUTRAL for Manual 7. Start the engine. 8. Operate the A/C system for 5 minutes. 9. Inspect A/C components for the following conditions: ¢ Abnormal frost areas ¢ Unusual noises IMPORTANT: Press the RESET button, before using the print function of the J 43600 . See Special Tools. 10. Print the following information: « The panel outlet air temperatures © The low-side pressure The high-side pressure 11. Compare the low and high side pressures and the panel output temperatures to the table below. Does all the data recorded fall within the specified ranges of the table below? Go to Step 8 |Go to Step 3 If the pressures and temperatures recorded do not fall within the specified ranges 1. Continue to operate the A/C2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon system for an additional 5 minutes. 2. RESET the J 43600 and record the pressures and temperatures again. See Special Tools. 3. Compare the low and high side 3 pressures and the output temperature to the table below. Does all the data recorded fall within the specified ranges of the table below? Go to Step 8 |Go to Step 4 Do the high and low side pressures Go to Air fall within the specified ranges but Conditioning 4 _ {the panel outlet temperatures do not? (A/C) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone A Go to Step 5 Is the low side pressure greater than Go to Air the specified range but the high side Conditioning 5 [Pressure within or less than the (A/C) specified range? Diagnostics - Pressure Zone B Go to Step 6 ‘Are the low and high side pressures Go to Air both greater than the specified Con ir g_ [ranges? (A/C) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone C Go to Step 7 Is the high side pressure greater than Go to Air the specified range, but the low side Conditioning 7 [pressure is within or less than the (A/C) specified range? Diagnostics - Pressure Zone D Go to Step 8 Operate the system in order to verify Go to the test results Symptoms - Did you find the same results? HVAC Systems - Manual in HVAC2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Systems - Manual or Symptoms - HVAC 8 = Systems - Automatic in HVAC Systems - System OK [Automatic AIC System Pressure Zone Classi ation with Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling Fan (kPa) (psi) LOW SIDE g a 210 140 70 100 200 300 400 (psi) 700 1400 2100 2750 (kPa) HIGH SIDE 3: AIC fem Pressure - Zone fit Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. tion (With Rear A/C) AIC Performance Table with Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling Fan Maximum Discharge Service Port Pressure Air Temperature2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Ambient Air Left Front ‘Temperature| Low Side | High Side | Center | Left Rear 13-18°C (55- 750-280 kPa} 540-990 kPa | 11°C (52° | 14°C (37° 65°F) (22-41 psiy | (78-144 psi) F) F) Below 40% 187-328 kPa] 680-1140 kPa | 15°C 39 [18°C 19-24°C (66- . (27-48 psi) (99-165 psi) F) F) 75°F) Above gong) 2EE370 KPa] 780-1240 kPa | T6°C GI" | 20°C (68 (31-54 psi) | (113-180 psi) | __F) F) 266-386 kPa | 1000-1370 kPa | 19°C (66° | 22°C 72> Below 35%| “(39.56 psi) _| (145-199 psi) m “A 25-29°C (16-45 go) 280-405 kPa | 1050-1390 kPa | 20°C (68° | 23°C 73" 85°F) (41-59 psi) | (152-202 psiy | _F) F) 300-431 kPa | 1080-1440 kPa | 21°C (70° | 25°C 77> Above 60%} “(44.63 psi) _| (157-209 psi) F) F) Below 30%) 328-459 KPa | 1260-1650 kPa | 23°C (13° | 26°C (79 (48-67 psi) | (183-239 psi) |__F) F) 30-35°C (86-59, 99g. 344-482 KPa) 1280-1670 kPa | 25°C 77" | 28°C (82 oF) | (50-70 psi) | (186-242 psiy | _F) F) “Above 50%) 305-516 KPa_| 1310-1700 kPa | 27°C (BT* [30°C (BO "| “(53-75 psi) | (190-247 psi) |__F) F) 397-523 kPa _| 1560-1950 kPa | 27°C (BI | 30°C (86 Below 20%| “(58.76 psi) _| (226-283 psi) F N my 36-41°C (96-| 59 499g | 405-545 KPa_| 1570-1950 kPa | 29°C (84 [32°C OO" 10s7r) | 2 (59-79 psi)_| (228-283 psi) |__F) F) 431-572 kPa_| 1580-1950 kPa | 31°C (88° | 34°C (93° Above 40%} “(63-83 psi) _| (229-283 psi) x iN Below 2079) 471-585 kPa. | 1870-2200 kPa | 30°C (86° [33°C (2° 42-46°C (68-85 psi)_| Q71-319 psi) |_F) F) (106-115°F) A> 5qpg) 482-611 kPa] 1870-2180 kPa | 33°C O2" | 36°C OF" °| (70-89 psi) (271-316 psi) F) F) IAPC | pjow 30%) 545-061 kPa | 2120-2430 kPa | 35°C 5° [37°C (99° (116-120°R) 3 (79-96 psi) _| (308-353 psi) | __F) F) AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST (W/O AUX A/C AND ENGINE DRIVEN COOLING) This test measures the operating efficiency of the A/C system under the following conditions: # The current ambient air temperature « The current relative humidity e The high side pressure of the A/C system2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon # The low side pressure of the A/C system « The temperature of the air being discharged into the passenger compartment ‘Test Description The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table. 1: This step determines if the A/C system has at least the minimum refrigerant charge required to operate the system without damage. 2: This step measures the performance of the A/C system 3: This step is to allow for vehicle variations as well as high ambient air temperatures. Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) Step ‘Action Values Yes No IMPORTANT: * The ambient air temperature must be at least 16°C (60°F). ¢ Do not induce additional air flow across the front of the vehicle during the test. « Ifyou were sent here from a DTC diagnostic table, clear the DTC upon completion of this test. 1. Park the vehicle inside or in the |» Above shade. 16°C 2. Open the windows in order to (60°F) ventilate the interior of the 345 vehicle, kPa 3. Ifthe A/C system was S operating, allow the A/C system D to equalize for about 2 minutes. | * Above 4. Turn OFF the ignition. aan) 1 | 5. Install the J 43600 ACR 2000 483 Refrigerant Station. See Special! pa Tools. (70 6. Record the ambient air psi) temperature displayed on the J. |. Above 43600 . See Special Tools. 33°C 7. Record the low and high side (90°F) STATIC pressure readings. 690 kPa Are both the low and high side (100 Go to Leak pressures within the specified value? psi) _ | Goto Step 2 |Testing IMPORTANT:2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Record the relative humidity and the ambient air temperature at the time of the test. 1. Close the vehicle doors and windows. 2. Open the drivers door window 127-152 mm (5-6 in). 3. Select the following HVAC control settings: « The A/C ON * The coldest temperature setting The maximum blower speed The I/P panel outlet mode « All I/P panel outlets are OPEN Recirculation mode 4. Install the temperature probes to the J 43600 in the left and right 2 center air outlets. See Special Tools. 5. Apply the parking brake. 6. Place the transaxle/transmission in one of the following positions: e PARK for Automatic « NEUTRAL for Manual 7. Start the engine. 8. Operate the A/C system for 5 minutes. 9. Inspect A/C components for the following conditions: « Abnormal frost areas ¢ Unusual noises IMPORTANT: Press the RESET button, before using the print function of the J 43600 . See Special Tools.2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 10. Print the following information: # The panel outlet air temperatures The low-side pressure « The high-side pressure 11, Compare the low and high side pressures and the panel output temperatures to the table below. Does all the data recorded fall within the specified ranges of the table below? Go to Step 8 |Go to Step 3 If the pressures and temperatures recorded do not fall within the specified ranges 1. Continue to operate the A/C system for an additional 5 minutes. RESET the J 43600 and record the pressures and temperatures again. See Special Tools. 3. Compare the low and high side pressures and the panel output temperature to the table below iS Does all the data recorded fall within the specified ranges of the table below? Go to Step 8 |Go to Step 4 Do the high and low side pressures Go to Air fall within the specified ranges but Conditioning the panel outlet temperatures do not? (AC) - Diagnostics - Pressure Zone A Go to Step 5 Is the low side pressure greater than Go to Air the specified range, but the high side Conditioning pressure within or less than the (AC) specified range? 7 Diagnostics - Pressure Zone B Go to Step 62006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Are the low and high side pressures Go to Air both greater than the specified Conditioning 6 [ranges? 7 (Ac) Diagnostics - Pressure ZoneC Go to Step 7 Is the high side pressure greater than Go to Air the specified range, but the low side Conditioning 7 [pressure is within or less than the . specified range? Go to Step 8 (Operate the system in order to verify Go to the test results, Symptoms - Did you find the same results? HVAC Systems - Manual in HVAC Systems - 8 - Manual or Symptoms - HVAC Systems - Automatic in HVAC Systems - System OK | Automatic AIC System Pressure Zone Classification wio Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling Fan2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon (kPa) (psi) 690 100 620 90 550 80 485 70 415 60 345 50 LOW SIDE 275 40 210 30 140 20 70 10 }: A/C Cc B: Y ames DI 100 200 300 400 (psi) 700 1400 2100 2750 (kPa) HIGH SIDE tem Pressure (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L & 8.1L Engines) Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. A/C Performance Table w/o Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling Fan Maximum Service Port Pressure Ter Center Discharge Ambient Air | Relative Air Temperature | Humidity | __Low Side High Side [Temperature T3-16°C (55- | 0, sno, | 150-246 KPa (22-36| 730-1190 KPa (106-| 4 500 peor 65°F) 0-100% psi) 173 psi) 12°C (54°F) {150-280 kPa (22-41]900-1390 kPa (I31-| 1,50 <0 a 19.2420 (66. [Below 40% a ek 14°C (57°F) 75°F) [above agve | 179-137 KPa (26-45) 990-1500 kPa (44-1550 eg op psi) 218 psi) 218-328 kPa (32-48) 1240-1640 KPa | 70 cao Below 35% an aaa ee Re CED)2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 236-342 kPa (34-50| 1290-1680 kPa 25.29° (76. |_35:60% a (187.244 psiy_| 18°C G4°F) 85°F) [anove 60% ae (36-53 Me 20°C (68°F) Below 30% ama Ges [ole aareant 21°C (70°F) 3035086, aa Te I-38 ae 20°C (°F) Above 50% caer aoe fostaon ant 24°C (75°F) ni ae (48-64) 1810-2240 KPa | 9550 772) ae en as acca Above 40% eae (52-69 Orsi pay | 27°C BEF) 42-46°C (106- | Below 20% ala aia Fsbo ore) MIS) oe, aes (58-74 ee 30°C (86°F) ASC We Eee SEED ones canny AIR CONDI ING (A/C) DIAGNO! °$ - PRESSURE ZONE A Air Conditioning (A/C) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone A Step Action Value Yes No DEFINITION: The high and low side pressures may be normal or slightly less than normal. * Air Delivery Concern « Slight Refrigerant Under Charge « Refrigerant Contamination Were you sent here from the A/C Go to Air System Performance Test? Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with ‘Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Go to Step 2 (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o ‘Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Condi (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o ‘Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) Refer to the panel air outlet temperatures recorded during the A/C system performance test. Does the discharge air temperature between the right and left center panel outlets vary by more than 1-2°C (2-3° F)? Go to Step 7 Go to Step 3 Did the customer mention that the A/C system output temperatures are good at first, but then turn warm during extended drives? Go to Step 4 Go to Step 5 Increase engine speed to 2000 RPM. During extended operation of the A/C system, does the low side pressure decrease, possibly accompanied by heavy frost on the liquid line between the expansion device and the evaporator? Go to Air Conditioning (AIC) Diagnosti Pressure Zone D Go to Step 52006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 1. Refer to the pressures recorded during the A/C system performance test. 2. Inspect for the following conditions: CAUTION: ‘Surfaces Caution in Cautions and Notices. The high side pressure is slightly greater than the specified pressure ranges but still within Zone A on the A/C Pressure-Zone Classification Chart in the AIC System Performance Test. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan)Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling)Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling)Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) # The discharge line is hot The suction line is cool Do the listed conditions exist? Go to Step 7 Goto Step 6 1. Refer to the pressures recorded during the A/C system performance test. 2. Inspect for the following2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon conditions: « The low side pressure is slightly lower than the specified pressure ranges but still within Zone A on the A/C Pressure-Zone Classification Chart in the AIC System Performance Test. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan)Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Z Electric Cooling) Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling)Air Conditioning (A/C) pose) ae System Performance Test Vehicle in (w/o Aux A/C and Engine HVAC Driven Cooling) . Systems- « The discharge line is warm- Manual or to-hot. Too Hot in The suction line is cool-to- Vehicle in warm, HVAC Systems - Do the listed conditions exist? Go to Step 8 | Automatic The A/C system may be undercharged. 1. Leak test A/C system. Refer to Leak Testing 2. Recharge the A/C system to specifications. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging, Is the action complete? Go to Step 14! :2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon The A/C system may be contaminated. View the information screen on J 8 43600 ACS 2000 Air Conditioning Service Center for detection of foreign! gases in the A/C system. See Special Tools. Do foreign gases exist? Go to Step 9 |Go to Step 10 1. Evacuate the A/C system to a scavenging tank. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and ol Recharging 2. Recharge the A/C system to specifications. Is the action complete? Go to Step 14 a The A/C system may contain too much moisture or air. 1. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system to specifications. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging, 2. Operate the A/C system and inspect the panel outlet air temperatures, Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (1 AJC and Electri 10 or Air Con 1g (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling). Are the panel outlet temperatures2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon within the specified ranges of the A/C Performance Test Table? Go to Step 15| Go to Step 11 The A/C system may contain too much refrigerant oil. 1. Recover the refrigerant from the /C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging 2. Remove the accumulator. Refer to Accumulator Replacement. 3. Drain and measure the refrigerant oil from the accumulator. Was more than the specified amount of refrigerant oil drained from the accumulator? 148 ml (5 02) Go to Step 12 Go to Step 13 1. Reinstall the accumulator. Refer to Accumulator Replacement. 2. Flush the A/C system. Refer to Flushing. 3. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging Are the actions complete? Go to Step 14 1, Add the specified amount of refrigerant oil to the accumulator. Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities. N . Install the accumulator. Refer to Accumulator Replacement 3. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Ref Recharging Are the actions complete? Go to Step 14) 1. Record the low and high side pressures and the I/P outlet air Go to Air Conditioning (A/C) System2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon temperature. 2. Compare the outlet temperatures to those listed in the A/C Performance Chart. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System 14 Performance Test (w/o Aux 2 A/C and Engine Driven Cooling). Are the high and low side pressures and I/P panel outlet temperatures within specifications? Go to Step 15) Performance Test (with ‘Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o ‘Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you find and correct the condition? System OK Go to Symptoms - HVAC Systems - Manual or Symptoms - HVAC Systems - Automatic AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) DIAGNOSTICS - PRESSURE ZONE B Air Conditioning (A/C) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone B2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Step Action NY No DEFINITION: The low side pressure is higher than normal and the high side pressure is lower than normal. # Malfunctioning A/C Compressor « Refrigerant Under Charge Were you sent here from the A/C System Goto Performance Test? Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux AIC and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Con ing (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux AJC and with fl Electric Cooling) or Air Con (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Go to Step 2_| Driven Cooling) After continued operation of the air 4 _ [conditioning (A/C) system, do the low and the high side pressures equalize or become static? Goto Step 5 | Goto Step3 Refer to the pressures recorded during the AJC System Performance Test. Inspect for the following conditions: CAUTION:2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Refer to Moving Parts and Hot Surfaces Caution in Cautions and Notices. The low side pressure is equal to or greater than the specified pressure range of the A/C Performance Table. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux AJC and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air| Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/ ‘stem Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) The high side pressure is less than the specified pressure range of the A/C Performance Table. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) The low side refrigerant line at the compressor feels cool-to-warm The high side refrigerant line at the compressor feels warm-to-hot. Do the listed conditions exist? Goto Step 5 | Goto Step 4 Refer to the pressures recorded during the AJC System Performance Test. Inspect for the following conditions:2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon CAUTION: Refer to Moving Parts and Hot Surfaces Caution in Cautions and Notices. The low side pressure is greater than the specified pressure range of the A/C Performance Table. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and AGolto/Air Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning Conditioning (A/C) System (AIC) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Performance Engine Driven Cooling) Test (with Avy + The high side pressure is less than the Electric Cooling specified pressure range of the A/C Fan) or Performance Table. Refer to Air Fa Conditioning (A/C) System (AIC) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C Performance and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Test (w/o Aux Conditioning (A/C) System Perens Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and ees with Electric Cooling) or Air Cooling) ot Air Conditioning (A/C) System Con : Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and (A/Q) System Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Performance Conditioning (A/C) System Test (w/Aux Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and AIC and Engine Engine Driven Cooling) Driven Cooling) « The low side refrigerant line at the compressor feels warm Con « The high side refrigerant line at the (A/C) S compressor feels warm to hot. Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Do the listed conditions exist ? Goto Step $_| Driven Cooling) The A/C system has a low refrigerant charge.2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Evacuate and recharge the A/C system Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging Is the procedure complete? Go to Step 6 : 1. Record the low and the high side pressures as well as the instrument panel (1/P) air outlet temperature after you perform the repairs. Compare the pressures and the panel outlet temperature to those listed in the AJC Performance Chart. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/ Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) Sys Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling). Nv Are the readings within the specified ranges found on the A/C Performance Chart? Go to Step 13 Go to Step 7 The A/C compressor is malfunctioning. Remove the expansion device and inspect for contamination. Refer to Expansion (Orifice) Tube Replacement. Did you find metal flakes on the expansion device? Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 8 Inspect the expansion device for a brown, powdery residue indicating desiccant in the AC system Is a brown, powdery residue present? Go to Step 11 | Go to Step 12 1. Remove the suction and the discharge lines from the compressor. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement and to Discharge Hose Replacement 2. Inspect for metal flake contamination at the line connections and the2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon compressor ports Is metal flake contamination present? Go to Step 10 Go to Step 12 1. Replace the A/C compressor. Refer to Compressor Replacement (LR4, LM7, and LQ4). 2. Install an A/C refrigerant filter, Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C Refrigerant Filter Installation. 10 | 3. Replace the orifice tube. Refer to Expansion (Orifice) Tube Replacement. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Is the repair complete? 4, Evacuate and recharge the A/C system. Go to Step 13 1. Flush the A/C system. Refer to Flushing. Replace the orifice tube. Refer to Expansion (Orifice) Tube Replacement, 3. Replace the A/C compressor. Refer to Compressor Replacement (LR4, I LM7, and LQ4). 4, Replace the accumulator. Refer to Accumulator Replacement. N 5. Evacuate and recharge the A/C s Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Is the repair complete? Go to Step 13 1. Replace the A/C compressor. Refer to Compressor Replacement (LR4, LM7, and LQ4). 12 | 2. Evacuate and recharge the A/C system Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging, Is the repair complete? Go to Step 13 Operate the system in order to verify the2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon repair. -HVAC Did you find and correct the condition? Systems - 13, Automatic in System OK | __Automatic AIR CONDITION. A/C) DIAGNOSTICS - PRESSURE ZONE C Air Conditioning (A/C) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone C Step Action Yes No DEFINITION: The low and the high side pressures are both higher than normal. # Restricted Condenser Air Flow * Cooling Fan Malfunction « Expansion Device Malfunction Were you sent here from the A/C System Goto Air Performance Test? Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux AVC and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with 1 Electric Cooling) or Air Cond ig (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Go to Step 2_|Driven Cooling)2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 1. With the engine idling, turn ON the AIC. Inspect for proper cooling fan operation. Refer to Cooling System Description and Operation in Engine Cooling N Are the cooling fans ON and operating properly? Goto Step 3 | Goto Step 5 Visually inspect for the following « Restricted air flow. « Damaged condenser cooling fins. ‘« Inspect for missing or misaligned air baffles. Do the following conditions exist? Goto Step 4 | Goto Step 6 Repair the air flow restriction Is the repair complete? Goto Step 9 E Repair the cooling fan operation fault. Refer to Fan Clutch Diagnosis in Engine Cooling. Is the repair complete? Go to Step 9 : CAUTION: Refer to Moving Parts and Hot Surfaces Caution in Cautions and Notices. Feel the liquid line on both sides of the expansion device.Is the temperature the same before and after the expansion device?| Goto Step7 | Goto Step 8 Replace the damaged/faulty orifice tube. Refer to Expansion (Orifice) Tube Replacement. Is the repair complete? Go to Step 9 E Air is in the refrigerant system, or the system is overcharged. Refer to the view screen on the J 43600 ACR 2000 Refrigerant Station for foreign gas content in the refrigerant. See Special Tools. Recover and recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Is the repair complete? Go to Step 9 a2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon 1, Record the low and high side pressures Go to aly and the I/P outlet air temperature after Condit repairs are performed. (AIC) System Performance v Compare the pressures and outlet temperature to those listed in the A/C Ss ae i Performance Chart. Refer to Air mea Cooling Conditioning (A/C) System Van) or Air Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Conditioning n Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System f Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and (A/C) System Engine Driven Cooling). Performance : Test (w/Aux Are the readings within the specified AIC and Engine ranges? Driven Cooling) ing (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Go to Step 10 | Driven Cooling) Operate the system in order to verify the (Go to Symptoms| repair, - HVAC Did you find and correct the condition? Systems - Manual in HVAC-Manual 10 OR Symptoms - HVAC Systems - Automatic in HVAC - Automatic AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) DIAGNOSTICS - PRESSURE ZONE D Air Conditioning (A/C) Diagnostics - Pressure Zone D Step | ‘Action No2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon DEFINITION: The low side pressure is lower than normal and the high side pressure is higher than normal. A restriction in the A/C system, Were you sent here from the A/C System Go to Air Performance Test? Conditioning (AIC) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C and ‘ooling Fan) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Driven Cooling) or Air Con g (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and Engine Go to Step 2_|Driven Cooling) CAUTION: Refer to Moving Parts and Hot Surfaces Caution in Cautions and Notices. Feel the liquid line before the expansion device.Is the liquid line cold before the expansion device? Goto Step 3 | Goto Step 8 Feel along the surfaces of the following high side components: + The compressor discharge hose + The condenser2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon « The liquid line between the condenser and the expansion device Did you detect an abrupt drop in temperature along the surfaces of any of the listed components? Goto Step7 | Goto Step 4 1, Feel the liquid line at the expansion device location for extreme cold, possibly accompanied by heavy frost 2. Feel along the liquid line beyond the expansion device location for warm temperature. Is the liquid line extremely cold at the expansion device location and warm beyond the expansion device location? Go to Step 11 | Goto Step 5 Feel along the surfaces of the following low side components: The evaporator inlet tube between the expansion device and the evaporator core « The evaporator outlet tube between the evaporator core and the compressor ¢ The accumulator « The compressor suction hose Did you feel an abrupt temperature change along the surfaces of any of the listed components? Goto Step 7 | Goto Step 6 Feel along the surfaces of the low and the high side components: The evaporator inlet tube between the expansion device and the evaporator core « The evaporator outlet tube between the evaporator core and the accumulator ¢ The accumulator © The compressor suction hose2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon + The compressor discharge hose * The condenser « The evaporator inlet tube between the condenser and the expansion device Are the temperatures of these components only mildly warm? Go to Step 14 | Go to Step 8 1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. 2. Remove the restriction from the component, or replace the component which produced an abrupt temperature drop. Is the repair complete? Go to Step 9 e 1. Recover the refrigerant and evacuate the system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. Record the weight of the recovered refrigerant. vv 3. Compare the weight of the recovered refrigerant with the system capacity Refer to Refrigerant System Capacities Is the weight of the recovered refrigerant charge greater than 75 percent of the total system capacity? Goto Step 9 | Goto Step 10 Recharge the A/C system, Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging, Is the cooling performance improved? Goto Step 21 | Go to Step 10 1. Leak test the system. Refer to Leak Testing, 2. Repair any leaks. Is the repair complete? Go to Step 21 e The expansion device is restricted Replace the expansion device. Refer to Expansion (Orifice) Tube Replacement.2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon ‘Are metal flakes present? Go to Step 12 Go to Step 13 1, Remove the suction line from the vehicle. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement. 2. Inspect the hose for debris by blowing shop air through one end of the hose while covering the other end with a shop towel 3. Observe the amount of debris collected in the shop towel. Did a large amount of debris collect in the shop towel? Go to Step 18 Go to Step 20 If the expansion device was restricted with a brown or black residue, perform the following procedure 1. Flush the A/C system. Refer to Flushing. 2. Replace the accumulator. Refer to Accumulator Replacement. Are the repairs complete? Go to Step 21 1. Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging. 2. Disconnect the suction and the discharge lines from the compressor. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement and Discharge Hose Replacement. 3. Inspect for the presence of debris in the compressor suction port. Is debris present in the compressor suction port? Go to Step 15 Go to Step 19 1. Remove the debris from the suction port. 2. Inspect the expansion device for damage or debris. Refer to Expansion (Orifice) Tube Replacement.2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Did you find evidence of damage or debris? Go to Step 17 Go to Step 16 If the expansion device does not show any signs of damage or debris, perform the following procedure 1, Remove the suction line from the vehicle. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement 2. Inspect the hose for debris by blowing shop air through one end of the hose while covering the other end with a shop towel. 3. Observe the amount of debris collected in the shop towel Did a large amount of debris collect in the shop towel? Go to Step 18 Go to Step 19 1. Replace the expansion device. Refer to Expansion (Orifice) Tube Replacement. 2. If the expansion device was restricted, observe the type of debris present. Are metal flakes present? Go to Step 12 Go to Step 13 Ifa large amount of debris was collected in the shop towel from the compressor hose assembly, perform the following procedure: Replace the accumulator. Refer to Accumulator Replacement. Is the repair complete? Go to Step 19 Install the suction and the discharge lines. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement and Discharge Hose Replacement Are the repairs complete? Go to Step 21 20 1. Install the suction and the discharge lines. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement and Discharge Hose Replacement. 2. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to rant Recovery and Recharging2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Are the repairs complete? Go to Step 21 1 N Record the low and the high side pressures and the panel outlet air temperature after you perform the repairs. Compare the pressures and the panel outlet temperature to those listed in the AIC Performance Chart. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with Electric Cooling) or Air Go to Conditi ig (A/C) System Performance Test (with Aux A/C and Electric Cooling Fan) or A\ Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and with System OK Hlectr i Electrie 21 Conditioning (A/C) System _ : Performance Test (w/Aux A/C and Cooling) onan Engine Driven Cooling) or Air conditioning Conditioning (A/C) System (A/C) System iB (ATE) SY Performance Performance Test (w/o Aux A/C and < Engine Driven Cooling). Test (w/Aux A/C and Engine Are the readings within the specified ranges Driven Cooling) as shown on the A/C Performance Chart? (A/C) System Performance Test (w/o Aux AIC and Engine Go to Step 22 | Driven Cooling) Operate the system in order to verify the (Go to Symptoms| repair - HVAC Did you find and correct the condition? Manual in HVAC Systems - 2» Manual or Symptoms - HVAC Systems - Automatic in HVAC Systems - Automatic iG PERFORMANCE DIAGNOSTICHeating Performance Diagnostic 2006 HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning - Avalanche, Escalade, Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon Step Action Yes No Were you sent here from Symptoms or another diagnostic table? Go to Step 2 Go to Symptoms - HVAC Systems - Manual in HVAC Systems - Manual or Symptoms - HVAC Systems - Automatic in HVAC Systems - Automatic 1 2. Does the engine reach a normal operating temperature? Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle. Go to Step 3 Go to Step 9 wrens Does the inlet heater hose feel warmer than the outlet heater hose? CAUTION: Refer to Moving Parts and Hot Surfaces Caution in Cautions and Notices. Allow the engine to idle Select the FLOOR mode. Select the minimum blower speed. Select the warmest temperature setting Feel the temperature of the inlet and outlet heater hoses at the heater core, Go to Step 7 Go to Step 4 auaw Install a thermometer into the center IP PANEL air outlet. Secure a thermometer to the heater core outlet hose. Select the PANEL mode. Select the maximum blower speed. Select the warmest temperature setting. Record the temperature at the following locations: e The center IP PANEL air outlet