Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) - System Operation

When the customer directly inputs an A/C request into the FCIM, the module sends the request to the GWM over the Medium Speed Controller Area Network (MS-CAN). The GWM sends the request to the PCM over the High Speed Controller Area Network (HS-CAN)1. The PCM controls the A/C clutch relay.

The FCIM requires Programmable Module Installation (PMI) when it is replaced.

A/C Request

When an A/C request is received by the PCM, the PCM engages the A/C clutch relay when all of the following conditions are met:

The PCM does not detect excessively high or low refrigerant pressure from the A/C pressure transducer. The PCM does not detect an ambient air temperature below approximately 32.0°F (°C). The PCM does not detect temperatures from the Mass Airflow/Intake Air Temperature sensor that does not correlate with other temperature sensor readings at ignition ON. (Most Mass Airflow (MAF) sensors have an integrated Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor). The PCM does not receive a message from the FCIM detecting an evaporator temperature below approximately 33.8°F (1°C).

The PCM monitors multiple temperature sensors correlation (AAT, CHT, ECT IAT, MAF...). The PCM runs this logic after an engine off and a calibrated soak period, typically 6 to 8 hours. This soak period allows the Ambient Air Temperature (AAT) sensor and the other temperature sensors to stabilize and not differ by greater than a calibrated value, typically 18ºC (32.4ºF). If a sensor input is found to be reporting a temperature imbalance the PCM does not allow the A/C clutch to engage. For more information on PCM sensors, Refer to Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual.

The PCM monitors the discharge pressure measured by the A/C pressure transducer. The PCM interrupts A/C compressor operation in the event the A/C pressure transducer indicates high system discharge pressures. It is also used to sense low charge conditions. If the pressure is below a predetermined value for a given ambient temperature, the PCM does not allow the A/C clutch to engage.

The FCIM may adjust the air inlet door depending on the humidity measured by the in-vehicle temperature and humidity sensor.

The sunload sensor supplies information to the FCIM indicating the intensity of the sun on the vehicle. The FCIM adjusts the system based on the intensity.

Heating and Ventilation

The heating and ventilation system:

controls the temperature of the air inside the vehicle. reduces the relative humidity of the air inside the vehicle (during A/C compressor operation). delivers heated or cooled air to maintain the vehicle interior temperature and comfort level.

The heating and ventilation system uses a reheat method to provide conditioned air to the passenger compartment. Temperature blending is controlled by the temperature doors, which regulate the amount of air that flows through and around the heater core, where it is then mixed and distributed. All airflow from the blower motor passes through the A/C evaporator core.

Vehicles equipped with Auto Start-Stop have a cabin heater coolant pump.

Air Handling

There are 4 door actuators that control the air flow into the passenger compartment:

Air distribution Air inlet Driver side temperature Passenger side temperature

All of the door actuators contain a reversible electric motor and a potentiometer. The potentiometer circuit consists of a 5-volt reference signal connected to one end of a variable resistor, and a signal ground connected to the other. A signal circuit is connected to a contact wiper, which is driven along the variable resistor by the