Diagnostic Instructions

DTC Descriptor

DTC P0530: Air Conditioning A/C Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Circuit

DTC P0532: Air Conditioning A/C Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Circuit Low Voltage

DTC P0533: Air Conditioning A/C Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Circuit High Voltage

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit	Short to Ground	Open/High Resistance	Short to Voltage	Signal Performance
5-Volt Reference	P0530, P0532	P0530, P0532	P0530, P0533	--
A/C Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Signal Circuit	P0530, P0532	P0530, P0532	P0530, P0533	--
Low Reference Circuit	--	P0530, P0532	P0530, P0533	--

Circuit/System Description

The powertrain control module (PCM) or engine control module (ECM) monitors the high side refrigerant pressure through the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor. The PCM / ECM supplies a 5-volt reference and a low reference to the sensor. Changes in the A/C refrigerant pressure cause the sensor signal to the PCM / ECM to vary. When the pressure is high, the signal voltage is high. When the pressure is low, the signal voltage is low. When pressure is high, the PCM / ECM commands the cooling fans on. When pressure is too high or too low, the PCM / ECM will not allow the A/C compressor clutch to engage.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0530

The A/C refrigerant pressure sensor signal voltage is less than 0.2 volt or more than 4.88 volts for more than 3 seconds.

P0532

The A/C refrigerant pressure sensor signal voltage is less than 0.2 volt for more than 3 seconds.

P0533

The A/C refrigerant pressure sensor signal voltage is more than 4.88 volts for more than 3 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

Diagnostic Aids

A malfunction within the refrigerant system causing high or low pressure can cause these DTC to set.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

HVAC Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Ignition ON, observe the scan tool A/C High Side Pressure parameter. The reading should be between 0.2 and 4.90 volts (9 and 453 psi), and change with pressure.

Circuit/System Testing

1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor.
2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 10 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal 1 and ground.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM.

3. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit terminal 2 and ground.

⇒	If less than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM / ECM.

4. Verify the scan tool A/C High Side Pressure Sensor parameter is less than 0.1 volts (1 psi).

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit terminal 3 for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM / ECM.

5. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal 3 and the 5-volt reference circuit terminal 2. Verify the scan tool A/C Refrigerant High Side Pressure Sensor parameter is greater than 4.90 volts (425 psi).

⇒	If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PCM / ECM.

6. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the A/C refrigerant pressure sensor.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.