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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000S10/T10 P/U 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCONTROL ASSEMBLYTESTING AND INSPECTIONFUNCTIONAL TEST - HVAC SYSTEM - AUTOMATIC
2000 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W
Functional Test - HVAC System - Automatic
2000 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 2WD V6-4.3L VIN WSECTION Functional Test - HVAC System - Automatic
Complete the following steps in order to determine if the system is functioning correctly:
1. Cycle the ignition switch from the ON position to the OFF position and then back to the ON position.
Verify that the following actions occur:
^ The heater A/C temperature LED lights.
^ The mode LED lights.
^ Both of the LEDs repeat at the same positions while the ignition is cycled.
2. Turn on the ignition.
Leave the ignition on for at least three minutes in order to allow the blower delay to time out.
IMPORTANT: The compressor does not operate at ambient temperatures below 3°C (38°F).
3. Inspect the mode sequences in order to verify that the mode sequences are operating correctly:
3.1. Set the temperature to the 16°C (60°F) setting.
Verify that the following results occur:
^ Cold air flows from the instrument panel.
^ The blower motor runs at a high speed.
^ The noises level changes when the air is in recirculation.
^ Hold a small piece of paper against the inside air temperature sensor holes.
If the sensor hose is aspirating correctly, the paper will remain against the sensor holes. If the sensor hose is not aspirating correctly, the paper will fall to the floor.
3.2. Set the temperature to the 32°C (90°F) setting.
Verify that the following results occur:
^ Warm air flows from the heater outlet.
^ The blower motor runs at high speed.
3.3. Set the temperature to the 32°C (90°F) setting. Select the DEFROST setting. Verify that the following results occur:
^ Warm air flows from the defroster outlets.
^ The blower motor runs at high speed.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the vehicle is in a garage at room temperature.
If the vehicle is hot or cold, the system will run at a high blower motor speed at 24°C (75°F) and BI-LEVEL.
3.4. Set the temperature to the METRIC 24°C (75°F) setting. Select the BI-LEVEL setting. Verify that the following results occur:
^ Air flows from the instrument panel outlets and the heater outlets.
^ The blower motor speed slows down. If the blower motor speed remains at high speed, the blower motor may be faulty.
1. Cycle the ignition switch from the ON position to the OFF position and then back to the ON position.
Verify that the following actions occur:
^ The heater A/C temperature LED lights.
^ The mode LED lights.
^ Both of the LEDs repeat at the same positions while the ignition is cycled.
2. Turn on the ignition.
Leave the ignition on for at least three minutes in order to allow the blower delay to time out.
IMPORTANT: The compressor does not operate at ambient temperatures below 3°C (38°F).
3. Inspect the mode sequences in order to verify that the mode sequences are operating correctly:
3.1. Set the temperature to the 16°C (60°F) setting.
Verify that the following results occur:
^ Cold air flows from the instrument panel.
^ The blower motor runs at a high speed.
^ The noises level changes when the air is in recirculation.
^ Hold a small piece of paper against the inside air temperature sensor holes.
If the sensor hose is aspirating correctly, the paper will remain against the sensor holes. If the sensor hose is not aspirating correctly, the paper will fall to the floor.
3.2. Set the temperature to the 32°C (90°F) setting.
Verify that the following results occur:
^ Warm air flows from the heater outlet.
^ The blower motor runs at high speed.
3.3. Set the temperature to the 32°C (90°F) setting. Select the DEFROST setting. Verify that the following results occur:
^ Warm air flows from the defroster outlets.
^ The blower motor runs at high speed.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the vehicle is in a garage at room temperature.
If the vehicle is hot or cold, the system will run at a high blower motor speed at 24°C (75°F) and BI-LEVEL.
3.4. Set the temperature to the METRIC 24°C (75°F) setting. Select the BI-LEVEL setting. Verify that the following results occur:
^ Air flows from the instrument panel outlets and the heater outlets.
^ The blower motor speed slows down. If the blower motor speed remains at high speed, the blower motor may be faulty.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.