2001 Toyota Townace (KR42R) — Repair Solution

1.8L 7K-E 4cyl 8v OHV MPFI Petrol · Evaporator / Temp Issue / Leak · HVAC Control System

Toyota Townace (KR42R) Evaporator / Temp Issue / Leak HVAC Control System Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Toyota
Model: Townace (KR42R)
Year: 2001
Engine: 1.8L 7K-E 4cyl 8v OHV MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 220,987
Area: HVAC Control System
Category: Evaporator / Temp Issue / Leak

Customer Complaint

The complaint was vehicle A/C not cold, has been to 2 local shops previously and both have charged for a "regas".
The customer was told that the air conditioning was fine and it was just a hot day.

Problem Summary

Initial evaluation showed us vent temps at ambient temperature, our visual inspection showed that the compressor clutch was not engaging. Pressures on high and low sides showed that the system was indeed filled with refrigerant.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeTOYKR01618
Vehicle2001 Toyota Townace (KR42R)
Engine1.8L 7K-E 4cyl 8v OHV MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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