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System Description (Charge Air Cooler Cooling Control System)
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
| Component parts | Function |
|---|---|
| Crankshaft position sensor | Crankshaft Position Sensor . |
| Intake camshaft position sensor | Intake Camshaft Position Sensor . |
| Engine coolant temperature sensor 1 | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| Charge air cooler coolant temperature sensor | Charge Air Cooler Coolant Temperature Sensor |
| Refrigerant pressure sensor | Refrigerant Pressure Sensor |
| Battery | ECM receives the battery voltage signal. |
| Combination meter | ECM receives the vehicle speed signal via CAN communication. |
| A/C auto amp. | ECM receives the following signals via CAN communication.
|
| ECM | ECM . |
| IPDM E/R | ECM transmits the cooling fan speed request signal via CAN communication. |
| Cooling fan control module | Cooling Fan . |
| Cooling fan motor | |
| Charge air cooler electric water pump | Charge Air Cooler Electric Water Pump |
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
This engine uses a water-cooled charge air cooler (CAC). The CAC charging system has an independent cooling water circuit and circulates coolant from charge air cooler to sub radiator by using electric water pumps.
Water Pump and Cooling Fan Control During Engine Running
The charge air cooler (CAC) cooling water pump is controlled by two-stage speeds (High/Low) method.
ECM judges revolution speed of the water pump by calculating engine speeds and engine load and applying this information to the ECM-memorized control MAP. Furthermore, ECM monitors an estimated ambient temperature calculated based on an intake air temperature sensor signal and a CAC coolant temperature calculated based on a CAC coolant temperature sensor signal. When the temperature difference between these two becomes wide during the low-speed control of the water pump, the water pump is switched to the high speed control and the cooling fan is activated. ECM inhibits the operation of the water pump when the following condition is satisfied.
- Source voltage is abnormally high or low.
- CAC coolant temperature is -40 °C (-40 °F) or less.
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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.