Volvo Climate Unit

Service Manual
Trucks
Group87
Fault Codes, Climate Control
MID 146
CU-BAS, CU-MCC, CU-ECC
VN, VHD VERSION2
PV776-TSP196483
Foreword
The descriptions and service procedures contained in this manual are based on designs
and methods studies carried out up to October 2003.
The products are under continuous development. Vehicles and components produced
after the above date may therefore have different specifications and repair methods.
When this is believed to have a significant bearing on this manual, supplementary
service bulletins will be issued to cover the changes.
The new edition of this manual will update the changes.

In service procedures where the title incorporates an operation number, this is a
reference to an V.S.T. (Volvo Standard Times).
Service procedures which do not include an operation number in the title are for general
information and no reference is made to an V.S.T.
Each section of this manual contains specific safety information and warnings which
must be reviewed before performing any procedure. If a printed copy of a procedure is
made, be sure to also make a printed copy of the safety information and warnings that
relate to that procedure. The following levels of observations, cautions and warnings
are used in this Service Documentation:
Note: Indicates a situation, handling or circumstance which should be observed.
Caution: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury or damage to property.
Warning: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death, serious injury or major damage to property.
Danger: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.

Greensboro, NC USA
Order number: PV776-TSP196483

Repl: This Service Manual replaces Service Manual 87, “Fault Codes, Climate Control MID 146” (11.2002), publication
number PV776–TSP177273 and Service Bulletin 870–14, “Fault Codes, Climate Control MID 146, New Tool, 84105675”
(08.2003), publication number PV776–TSP194734
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Contents
Specifications ......................................................................................... 3
Climate Unit, Signal Description ............................................................ 3
Tools ........................................................................................................ 7
Special Equipment ................................................................................. 7
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 9
MID 146 Fault Code Table ..................................................................... 9
MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor, Evaporator ................................ 11
MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor Evaporator, Check ..................... 12
MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor, Fresh Air and Recirculation ................ 14
MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor Fresh Air-recirculation, Check ............. 15
MID 146 SID 6 Stepper Motor, Air Distribution .................................... 16
MID 146 SID 6 Stepper Motor Air Distribution, Check ......................... 17
MID 146 SID 9 Stepper Motor, Air Mix ................................................. 18
MID 146 SID 9 Stepper Motor, Air Mix/Heat Control, Check .............. 19
MID 146 SID 11 Solenoid Clutch, Compressor ................................... 20
MID 146 SID 12 Water Control Valve .................................................. 21
MID 146 SID 12 Water Control Valve, Check ...................................... 22
MID 146 SID 13 Temperature Sensor, Heat Exchanger ...................... 24
MID 146 SID 13 Temperature Sensor Heat Exchanger, Check ........... 25
MID 146 SID 14 Circulation Fan, Temperature Sensor, Cab ............... 27
MID 146 SID 15 Engine Fan Request .................................................. 28
MID 146 SID 16 Stepper Motor, Phase 1 ............................................ 29
MID 146 SID 16 Stepper Motor Phase 1, Check ................................. 30
MID 146 SID 22 Pressure Sensor, Refrigerant .................................... 37
MID 146 SID 22 Pressure Sensor Refrigerant High Pressure Side,
Check .................................................................................................. 38
MID 146 SID 232 5 Volt Supply Sensors ............................................. 40
MID 146 SID 232 5 Volt Supply Sensors, Check ................................. 41
MID 146 SID 250 J1708 Information Link ............................................ 42
MID 146 PID 170 Temperature Sensor, Cab ....................................... 43
MID 146 PID 170 Temperature Sensor Cab, Check ............................ 44
MID 146 PID 171 Temperature Sensor, Ambient Temperature ........... 46
Operation Numbers
1
2
Group 87 Climate Control, Fault Codes Specifications
Specifications
Climate Unit, Signal Description
Connection between the control unit and cable harness
Conditions:
• Breakout box 9998699 connected to adapter 9998596

between the control unit and cable harness.
• Breakout box 9998699 connected to adapter 9990025

between the control unit and cable harness.
V = direct current voltage (V)
B+ = battery voltage
R = resistance in ohms ( )
T8008833
W8003419
1 BSA (15 pin)
2 BSB (21 pin)
Termi- Signal type Measurement Nominal value Other

nal points
BSA1 Not connected
BSA2 Not connected
BSA3 Not connected
BSA4 Not connected
BSA5 Sensor cab temperature, signal BSA5 - BSB3 V≈0–5V
voltage
BSA6 Dash Illumination BSA6 - BSA15 V ≈ 5 - 12 V 10 - 90 % of B+
BSA7
BSA8 Fan control, signal voltage BSA8 - BSA15 V ≈ 0 - 10 V Rotate fan control
knob
3

nal points
BSA9 Power supply, ignition key in BSA9 - BSA15 V ≈ B+ 15
driving position
BSA10
BSA11 Supply voltage BSA11 - BSA15 V ≈ B+ 30
BSA12 Magnetic clutch, air BSA12 - BSA15 V ≈ B+ Engine running
conditioning (A/C) compressor
BSA13
BSA14 Fan, sensor cab temperature BSA14 - BSA15 V ≈ B+
BSA15 Ground connection BSA15 - Ground V ≈ 0 V DC 31
BSB1
BSB2 Engine fan control BSB2 - BSA15 V ≈ B+ Engine cooling fan
active
BSB3 Ground terminal sensor BSB3 - Ground V ≈ 0 V DC
BSB4 SAE J1708 Data link B BSB4 - Ground V ≈ 0 - 5 V DC
BSB5 SAE J1708 Data link A BSB5 - Ground V ≈ 0 - 5V DC
BSB6 Sensor sytem pressure, signal BSB6 - Ground V ≈ 0.5 - 4.5 V DC
volts
BSB7 Stepper motor phase 1 (low)
BSB11 Stepper motor, by pass, signal BSB11 - BSB7 - 10 V ≈ < 10 V Stepper motor
voltage active (Rotate
knob)
BSB12 Stepper Motor, Air distribution, BSB12 - BSB7 - 10 V ≈ < 10 V Stepper motor
signal voltage active (Rotate
knob)
BSB13 Stepper Motor, recirculation, BSB13 - BSB7 - 10 V ≈ < 10 V Stepper motor
signal voltage active (Rotate
knob)
BSB14
BSB15 Engine coolant valve, voltage BSB15 - BSA15 V ≈ B+ Select Max heat
supply position, Electronic
climate control
(ECC) only
BSB16
BSB17
BSB18 Sensor system pressure, BSB18 - BSA15 V ≈ 4.5 - 5.5V
voltage supply (5v)
BSB19 Temperature sensor evaporator, BSB19 - BSA15 V≈0-5V
signal voltage
BSB20 Temperature sensor, heat BSB20 - BSA15 V≈0-5V
exchanger, signal voltage
BSB21 Not connected
4
Connected to the cable harness
Conditions:
• Breakout box 9998699 with adapter 9990025

connected to cable harness.
• Breakout box 9998699 with adapter 9998596

connected to cable harness.
• Control unit disconnected.
R = resistance in ohms ( )
T8008832
W8003419
1 BSA (15 pin)
2 BSB (21 pin)

nal points
BSA1
BSA2
BSA3
BSA4
BSA5 Sensor cab temperature BSA5 - BSB3 R ≈ 12.5 k 20 C (68 F)
BSA6
BSA7
BSA8 Fan control BSA8 - BSA15 R ≈ 100 k
BSA9
BSA10
BSA11
BSA12 Magnetic clutch, air BSA12 - BSA15 R≈6k
conditioning (A/C) compressor
5

nal points
BSA13
BSA14
BSA15 Ground connection BSA15 - Ground R≈0
BSB1
BSB2
BSB3
BSB4
BSB5
BSB6 Sensor, system pressure BSB6 - BSB3 R ≈ 2 2 bar
R ≈ 6 9 bar
R ≈ 10 18 bar
R ≈ 15 30 bar
BSB7
BSB8
BSB9
BSB10
BSB11
BSB12
BSB13
BSB14
BSB15 Engine coolant valve, voltage BSB15 - BSA11 R ≈ 50 Fuse F32, removed
supply
BSB16
BSB17
BSB18 Sensor, system pressure BSB18 - BSB3 R ≈ 112 k 4.5 bar
BSB19 Temperature sensor evaporator BSB19 - BSB3 R ≈ 3.5 k 20 C (68 F)
BSB20 Temperature sensor heat BSB20 - BSB3 R ≈ 12.5 k 20 C (68 F)
exchanger
BSB21 Not connected
6
Group 87 Climate Control, Fault Codes Tools
Tools
Special Equipment
For special tools and other special equipment ordering instructions, see tool information
in group 08.
Special tools
9990025 9998534 9998596

AC Adapter 4 pin DIN adapter AC Adapter
9998699
Breakout box
7
Group 87 Climate Control, Fault Codes Tools
Other special equipment
85105675 85104410 J-39200

Overlay used with 9998596 Overlay used with 9990025 Digital Multimeter
8
Group 87 Climate Control, Fault Codes Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
MID 146 Fault Code Table
MID: SID:
Message Identification Description (identification of Subsystem Identification Description (identification of
control unit). component).
PID: PSID:
Parameter Identification Description (identification of Proprietary Subsystem Identification Description
parameter (Value)). (Volvo-unique identification of component).
PPID: FMI:
Proprietary Parameter Identification Description (Volvo Failure Mode Identifier (identification of fault type).
unique identification of parameter (value)).
For more detailed information concerning these
designations, see service information group 0 ”Vehicle
Electronics ’98”.
Fault code Component / function FMI Section

MID 146 SID 2 Temperature sensor, evaporator 3. 4 “MID 146 SID 2 Temperature
Sensor, Evaporator” page 11
MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor, Fresh Air and Recirculation 4 “MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor,
Fresh Air and Recirculation” page
14
MID 146 SID 6 Stepper motor, air distribution 4 “MID 146 SID 6 Stepper Motor,
Air Distribution” page 16
MID 146 SID 9 Stepper motor, air mixture (ECC), heat 4 “MID 146 SID 9 Stepper Motor,
control (MCC, BAS) Air Mix” page 18
MID 146 SID 11 Magnetic clutch, air conditioning (A/C) 4 “MID 146 SID 11 Solenoid Clutch,
compressor Compressor” page 20
MID 146 SID 12 Solenoid valve, water control 3 “MID 146 SID 12 Water Control
Valve” page 21
MID 146 SID 13 Temperature sensor, heat exchanger 3. 4 “MID 146 SID 13 Temperature
Sensor, Heat Exchanger” page
24
MID 146 SID 14 Circulation fan, temperature sensor, cab 4 “MID 146 SID 14 Circulation Fan,
Temperature Sensor, Cab” page
27
MID 146 SID 15 Fan connection, engine 3 “MID 146 SID 15 Engine Fan
Request” page 28
MID 146 SID 16 Stepper motor, phase 1 3 “MID 146 SID 16 Stepper Motor,
Phase 1” page 29
Phase 2” page 31
Phase 3” page 33
Phase 4” page 35
MID 146 SID 22 Pressure sensor, refrigerant, high pressure 3. 4 “MID 146 SID 22 Pressure
side Sensor, Refrigerant” page 37
MID 146 SID 232 5 volts supply to the sensor 4 “MID 146 SID 232 5 Volt Supply
Sensors” page 40
9
Fault code Component / function FMI Section

MID 146 SID 250 SAE J1708 data link 9 “MID 146 SID 250 J1708
Information Link” page 42
MID 146 PID 170 Cab, temperature sensor 3. 4 “MID 146 PID 170 Temperature
Sensor, Cab” page 43
MID 146 PID 171 Temperature sensor, outer temperature 3. 4 “MID 146 PID 171 Temperature
Sensor, Ambient Temperature”
page 46
FMI table
SAE standard
FMI Display text SAE text
0 Value too high Data applicable, but above normal operating range.
1 Value too low Data applicable, but below normal operating range.
2 Incorrect data Intermittent or incorrect data.
3 Electrical fault Abnormally high voltage or short-circuit to higher voltage.
4 Electrical fault Abnormally low voltage or short-circuit to lower voltage.
5 Electrical fault Abnormally low current or open-circuit.
6 Electrical fault Abnormally high current or short-circuit to ground.
7 Mechanical fault Incorrect response from the mechanical system.
8 Mechanical or Abnormal frequency.
electrical fault
9 Communication fault Abnormal update rate.
10 Mechanical or Abnormally high variations.
electrical fault
11 Unknown fault Unidentifiable fault.
12 Component fault Defective unit or component.
13 Incorrect calibration Calibration values outside the limits.
14 Unknown fault Special instructions.
15 Unknown fault Reserved for future use.
10
MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor, Evaporator

Fault code
FMI 3
Abnormally high voltage or short-circuit to higher voltage.
Conditions for fault code:
• If the control unit detects a voltage higher than

4.86 volts the control unit interprets this as an error
and a fault code is stored.
T8008634
Possible cause:
• Connector to sensor disconnected
• Signal cable short-circuited to higher voltage
• Ground lead short-circuited to higher voltage
Reaction from the control unit:
• Fault code is stored
• Yellow lamp requested
Noticeable external symptoms:
• Yellow lamp lights up
• The compressor "cycles" 20 s active, 60 s inactive
Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor Evaporator,

Check” page 12
FMI 4
Abnormally low voltage or short-circuit to lower voltage
T8008560
Component:A34 Climate Control Unit, E32 Climate Conditions for fault code:
Unit
• If the control unit detects a voltage lower than 0.24 volts
General information the control unit interprets this as an error and a fault
The sensor measures the air temperature after the code is stored.
evaporator and before the blower fan. The temperature Possible cause:
signal is used to protect the evaporator against icing
by engaging and disengaging the compressor. The • Signal cable short-circuited to ground
compressor is disengaged at approximately 3 C (37 F)
and engages at approximately 8 C (46 F). Reaction from the control unit:
• The compressor "cycles" 20 s active, 60 s inactive
Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor Evaporator,

Check” page 12
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MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor Evaporator, Check
Special tools: 9990025, 9998699
Other special equipment: J-39200
NOTE
• Check all relevant connectors. Check for loose
connections, contact resistance and oxidation. For a
more detailed description of fault-tracing wiring
and connectors, see separate service information
under Group 371.
Measurement at the component

connector to the control unit
Note: If one of the values below is incorrect this may also
have caused the component to fail, check the component
if any of the values are incorrect.
Ground lead
1
Conditions:
• Measuring voltage using the J-39200 Digital

Multimeter.
• Ignition key in the drive position.
• Measurement to the control unit.
• Control unit connected.
Measurement points Nominal value

BSB3 - Ground V≈0V
J-39200
9998699
, 9990025
12
Signal cable
2
Conditions:

Multimeter.
• Engine with increased idle speed approx. 1000 rpm.
• Air conditioning (A/C) system active.

BSB3 - BSB19 V ≈ 3.64 - 3.85 V (-10 C,
14 F)
V ≈ 1.94 - 2.10 V (20 C,
68 F)
V ≈ 1.06 - 1.18 V (40 C,
104 F)
J-39200
9998699
, 9990025
Checking component
3
Conditions:
• The component connector disconnected.

• Measuring resistance using a J-39200 Digital
Multimeter.
• Measurement to the component.
Measurement Nominal value

points
1-2 R ≈ 14.92 - 15.51 k
(-10 C, 14 F)
1-2 R ≈ 3.37 - 3.53 k
(20 C, 68 F)
1-2 R ≈1.43 - 1.51 k (40 C,
104 F)
1 - ground Open circuit
J-39200
13
MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor, Fresh Air and Recirculation
General information
The stepper motor opens and closes the shutter for the
fresh air and recirculation. The stepper motor is located
on the front edge of the climate control unit.
Fault code
FMI 4
T8008643
• If the control unit detects a short-circuit to ground, the

control unit interprets this as an error and a fault code
is stored.
Possible cause:
• Signal cable to stepper motor Fresh air /Recirculation

short-circuited to lower voltage
• Signal cable to stepper motor Fresh air /Recirculation

short-circuited to ground
• No control of Fresh air / Recirculation SID 5
Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor Fresh

Air-recirculation, Check” page 15
T8008561
Component: A34 Climate Control Unit, E32 Climate

unit
14
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MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor Fresh Air-recirculation, Check
Special tools: 9990025, 9998699
NOTE
more detailed description of fault-tracing cables and
connectors, see service information group 371.

Signal cable
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.
• Stepper motor active.

BSB13 - BSB7 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB13 - BSB8 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB13 - BSB9 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB13 - BSB10 V ≈ < 10 V
Note: If the measurement value exceeds 10 V there is

probably an open circuit in the cable to the stepper motor.
J-39200
9990025
, 9998699
15
MID 146 SID 6 Stepper Motor, Air Distribution
General information
The stepper motor controls the air distribution in the
cab. The stepper motor is located on the left side on the
climate control unit.
Fault code
FMI 4
T8008643
control unit interprets this as an error and an fault code
is stored.
Possible cause:
• Signal cable to air distribution stepper motor short

circuited to lower voltage
• Signal cable to air distribution stepper motor short

circuited to ground
• No control of Fresh air / Recirculation SID 6
Appropriate check:
T8008562
• See “MID 146 SID 6 Stepper Motor Air Distribution,
Component: A34 Climate Control Unit, E32 Climate Check” page 17
unit
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MID 146 SID 6 Stepper Motor Air Distribution, Check
Special tools: 9990025, 9998699
NOTE

Signal cable
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSB12 - BSB7 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB12 - BSB8 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB12 - BSB9 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB12 - BSB10 V ≈ < 10 V
Note: If the measurement value exceeds 10V there is

J-39200
9998699
, 9990025
17
MID 146 SID 9 Stepper Motor, Air Mix

Air mixture (ECC), heat control (MCC, BAS)
General information
The stepper motor controls the amount of air which
is permitted to flow into the cab without passing the
heat exchanger. The stepper motor is located on the
left side on the climate control unit. The stepper motor
also controls the mechanical engine coolant valve and
therefore the coolant flow through the heat exchanger
(only MCC and BAS). The mechanical engine coolant
valve is located in the climate control unit.
Fault code
T8008643
FMI 4

is stored.
Possible cause:
• Signal cable to air mixture stepper motor short circuited

to lower voltage
• Signal cable to air mixture stepper motor short circuited

to ground

• No control of air mixture / heat control
• ECC- Impaired control of air mixture

T8008563
• MCC/BAS- Impaired heat control
unit Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 9 Stepper Motor, Air Mix/Heat

Control, Check ” page 19
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MID 146 SID 9 Stepper Motor, Air Mix/Heat Control, Check
Special tools: 9990025, 9998699
NOTE

Signal cable
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSB11 - BSB7 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB11 - BSB8 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB11 - BSB9 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB11 - BSB10 V ≈ < 10 V

J-39200
9990025
, 9998699
19
MID 146 SID 11 Solenoid Clutch, Compressor
General information
The magnetic clutch mechanically engages and
disengages the compressor. The magnetic clutch is part
of the compressor.
Fault code
FMI 4

T8008641
is stored.
Possible cause:
• Signal cable short-circuited to lower voltage
• No cooling effect
• Air conditioning (A/C) compressor disengaged
T8009765
Component: A34 Climate Control Unit climate unit,

Y42 Clutch magnetic, air conditioning compressor
20
MID 146 SID 12 Water Control Valve
General information
The solenoid valve controls the amount of coolant which
flows through the heat exchanger. Control is by means
of electrical impulses from the control unit. The solenoid
valve is located in the climate control unit.
Fault code
FMI 3
Abnormally high voltage or short-circuit to higher voltage
• If the control unit detects a short-circuit to voltage,

the control unit interprets this as an error and a fault
code is stored.
Possible cause:
• Connector to water valve disconnected

T8009493
Component: A34 Climate Control Unit, E32 Climate • Yellow lamp requested
unit, F33 Fuse ECC climate unit Noticeable external symptoms:
• No heat from the climate control unit
Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 12 Water Control Valve, Check”

page 22
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MID 146 SID 12 Water Control Valve, Check
Special tools: 9990025, 9998699, 9998596
NOTE
under Group 371.

Ground lead
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.
• Heater control in max heat / max cool position

BSB15 - ground V ≈ B+ (max heat)
V ≈ 0 V (max cool)
J-39200
9998699
, 9990025
22
Power supply cable

2
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSA11 - Ground V ≈ B+
J-39200
9998699
, 9998596
Checking component
3
Conditions:

Multimeter.
• Ignition key in off position.

points
1-2 R ≈ 12.4 ± 4
J-39200
23
MID 146 SID 13 Temperature Sensor, Heat Exchanger

Possible cause:
• An ECC control unit was mistakenly installed in place

of an MCC control unit
T8008634
• Considerably reduced temperature control
Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 13 Temperature Sensor Heat

Exchanger, Check” page 25
• Check control unit part numbers for correct installation.

Wrongly installed parts may appear to function
correctly, but will give very poor cooling/heating
performance.
FMI 4
• If the control unit detects voltage below 0.24V the fault

T8008566 code is stored
Component:A34 Climate Control Unit, E32 Climate
Unit
Possible cause:
General information • Signal cable short-circuited to ground
The sensor transmits the signals with the current • Faulty temperature sensor
temperature to the control unit so that it does not increase
the fan speed when there is no heat to blow into the Reaction from the control unit:
cab. The temperature sensor is located in the upper left
section of the climate control unit.

Fault code
FMI 3 • Yellow lamp lights up
Appropriate check:
• If the control unit detects a voltage higher than 4.9V
the control unit interprets this as an error and a fault • See “MID 146 SID 13 Temperature Sensor Heat
code is stored. Exchanger, Check” page 25
24
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MID 146 SID 13 Temperature Sensor Heat Exchanger, Check
Special tools: 9990025, 9998699
NOTE
under Group 371.

Ground lead
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSB3 - Ground V≈0V
J-39200
9998699
, 9990025
25
Signal cable
2
Conditions:

Multimeter.
• Engine with increased idle speed approx. 1000 rpm.
• Air conditioning (A/C) system active.

BSB3 - BSB20 V ≈ 4.08 - 4.36 V (-10 C,
14 F)
V ≈ 2.64 - 2.91 V (20 C,
68 F)
V ≈ 1.64 - 1.87 V (40 C,
104 F)
J-39200
9998699
, 9990025
Checking component
3
Conditions:

Multimeter.

points
1-2 R ≈ 50.13 - 58.40 k (-10 C,
14 F)
1-2 R ≈ 11.82 - 13.15 k (20 C,
68 F)
1-2 R ≈ 5.07 - 5.72 k (40 C,
104 F)
J-39200
26
MID 146 SID 14 Circulation Fan, Temperature Sensor, Cab
General information
The fan draws air into the cab temperature sensor so that
the sensor retains the current cab temperature. The fan
is built into the cab temperature sensor and is located in
the center of the dashboard.
Fault code
FMI 4
T8008633 • If the control unit detects a short-circuit to ground, the

is stored.
Possible cause:
• Signal cable short-circuited to lower voltage
• Initially poor temperature control, slow temperature

control
T8009494
Component:A34 Climate Control Unit, B59 Sensor,

Indoor Temperature
27
MID 146 SID 15 Engine Fan Request
General information
The climate control unit sends a ground request to the
Vehicle electronic control unit (VECU) for engine fan to
control the A/C system pressure. The (VECU) sends the
request to the Electronic engine control unit (EECU) via
datalink to turn on the fan to cool the condensor. The
engine ecu then controls the fan operation for a specified
amount of time.
Fault code
FMI 3

T8008729
code is stored.
Possible cause:
• The engine cooling fan runs continuously

Appropriate check:
• See service information group 28 or appropriate

troubleshooting information per engine variant.
T8009495
Component: A34 Climate Control Unit, A17 Control

Unit VECU, A14 Control Unit, Engine
28
MID 146 SID 16 Stepper Motor, Phase 1
General information
Fault code
FMI 3

code is stored.
T8008643
Possible cause:
• The signal cable to phase 1 short circuited to higher

voltage
• None of the stepper motors for Fresh air / Recirculation,

Air distribution or Air mixture (SID 5, 6, 9) can be
controlled
Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 16 Stepper Motor Phase 1, Check”

page 30
T8008569

Unit
29
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MID 146 SID 16 Stepper Motor Phase 1, Check
Special tools: 9990025, 9998699
NOTE

Signal cable
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSB11 - BSB7 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB12 - BSB7 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB13 - BSB7 V ≈ < 10 V

J-39200
9990025
, 9998699
30
General information
Fault code
FMI 3

code is stored.
T8008643
Possible cause:

voltage

controlled
Appropriate check:

page 32
T8008570

Unit
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Special tools: 9990025, 9998699
NOTE

Signal cable
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSB11 - BSB8 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB12 - BSB8 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB13 - BSB8 V ≈ < 10 V

J-39200
9990025
, 9998699
32
General information
Fault code
FMI 3

code is stored.
T8008643
Possible cause:

voltage

controlled
Appropriate check:

page 34
T8008571

Unit
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Special tools: 9990025, 9998699
NOTE

Signal cable
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSB11 - BSB9 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB12 - BSB9 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB13 - BSB9 V ≈ < 10 V

J-39200
9990025
, 9998699
34
General information
Fault code
FMI 3

code is stored.
T8008643
Possible cause:

voltage

controlled
Appropriate check:

page 36
T8008572

Unit
35
8730-21-02-10
Special tools: 9990025, 9998699
NOTE

Signal cable
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSB11 - BSB10 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB11 - BSB12 V ≈ < 10 V
BSB11 - BSB13 V ≈ < 10 V

J-39200
9990025
, 9998699
36
MID 146 SID 22 Pressure Sensor, Refrigerant

Fault code
FMI 3
• If the control unit receives a signal from the sensor that

is higher than 4.5V the control unit interprets this as an
error and a fault code is stored
W8003237 Possible cause:
• A blocked expansion valve may cause a high voltage

or pressure reading

Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 22 Pressure Sensor Refrigerant

High Pressure Side, Check ” page 38
FMI 4
T8009496
Component: A34 Climate Control Unit, E32 Climate • If the control unit receives a signal from the sensor that
Unit is lower than 0.3V the control unit interprets this as an
error and an fault code is stored
General information Possible cause:
The sensor measures pressure in the air conditioning
(A/C) system. The pressure signal is used to activate • Signal cable short-circuited to ground / sensor ground
the engine cooling fan. The sensor is located on the
pressure line between the drier / refrigerant reservoir and • A blocked reciever drier may cause a low voltage or
the expansion valve. A high pressure at the sensor may pressure reading.
be caused by a blocked expansion valve. Low pressure at • An expansion valve that is stuck open could also cause
the sensor may be caused by a blocked drier / refrigerant a low voltage reading to occur.
reservoir or loss of refrigerant.

Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 22 Pressure Sensor Refrigerant

High Pressure Side, Check ” page 38
37
8730-21-02-11
MID 146 SID 22 Pressure Sensor Refrigerant High Pressure Side,
Check
Special tools: 9998534
NOTE
under Group 371.

Supply cable
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSB18 - BSB3 V ≈ 4.5 - 5.5 V
J-39200
9990025
, 9998699
Signal cable
2
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSB6 - BSB3 V ≈ 0.5 - 4.5 V
J-39200
9990025
, 9998699
38
Checking component
3
Conditions:

Multimeter.

points
2-4 R≈2 (2 bar, 29 psi)
2-4 R≈6 (9 bar, 130 psi)
2-4 R ≈ 10 (18 bar, 261 psi)
2-4 R ≈ 15 (30 bar, 435 psi)
J-39200
9998534
39
MID 146 SID 232 5 Volt Supply Sensors
General information
Fault code
FMI 4

is stored.
Possible cause:

T8009497
Unit • Yellow lamp requested
• No air conditioning (A/C) function
• Only temperature control in the extreme positions;

maximum heat or maximum cooling
Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 SID 232 5 Volt Supply Sensors, Check”

page 41
40
8730-21-02-12
MID 146 SID 232 5 Volt Supply Sensors, Check
Special tools: 9998534
NOTE
under Group 371.

Supply cable
1
Conditions:

• Refrigerant pressure sensor connector disconnected.
• Ignition key in on position.
Multimeter.

1 - ground R≈0
J-39200
9998534
Supply cable
2
Conditions:

• Refrigerant pressure sensor connector disconnected.
• Ignition key in off position.
• Measuring voltage using a J-39200 Digital Multimeter.

1 - ground V≈5V
J-39200
9998534
41
MID 146 SID 250 J1708 Information Link

General information
Diagnostic signals along with general information are sent
on the SAE J1587/1708 data link. In case of failure this
information link serves as a back up to the SAE J1939
control data link. The status of the vehicle is constantly
kept updated on the SAE J1587/1708 and is available to
be read via the diagnostic connector.
On the control link SAE J1939 the system’s control

signals are sent.
Fault code
FMI 9
Abnormal update rate
• An fault code is stored if information about the vehicle

speed is not received on the SAE J1708 data link
within 60 seconds.
• An fault code is stored if information about the engine

speed is not received on the SAE J1708 data link
within 60 seconds.
• An fault code is stored if information about the engine

coolant temperature (ECT) is not received on the SAE
J1708 data link within 60 seconds.
Possible cause:
• Faulty control unit
• Datalink congestion
• Limited function in the climate control unit
appropriate check:
• Fault-trace the SAE J1708 data link, see service

information group 371 ”Data links, fault-tracing”.
42
MID 146 PID 170 Temperature Sensor, Cab

Possible cause:
• An ECC control unit was mistakenly installed in place

of an MCC control unit

T8008633

Appropriate check:
• See “MID 146 PID 170 Temperature Sensor Cab,

Check” page 44
• Check control unit part numbers for correct installation.

Wrongly installed parts may appear to function
correctly, but will give very poor cooling/heating
performance.
FMI 4
• If the control unit detects a voltage lower than 0.7 V

T8008576
code is stored.
Component: A34 Climate Control Unit, B59 Sensor,
Indoor temperature Possible cause:
General information • Signal cable short-circuited to ground

The sensor measures the temperature in the cab. The
temperature signal is used to control the temperature in • Faulty sensor
the cab. The sensor also contains a circulation fan ( which Reaction from the control unit:
helps renew the air flow across the sensor ) and is located
in the center of the dash near the ash tray. • Fault code is stored
Fault code • Yellow lamp requested

FMI 3 • Yellow lamp lights up
Appropriate check:
the control unit interprets this as an error and a fault • See “MID 146 PID 170 Temperature Sensor Cab,
code is stored. Check” page 44
43
8730-21-02-13
MID 146 PID 170 Temperature Sensor Cab, Check
Special tools: 9990025, 9998596, 9998699
NOTE
under Group 371.

Signal cable
1
Conditions:

Multimeter.

BSA5-BSA15 V ≈ 4.11 - 4.35 V (-10 C,
14 F)
V ≈ 2.67 - 2.88 V (20 C,
68 F)
V ≈ 1.65 - 1.82 V(40 C,
104 F)
J-39200
9998596
, 9998699
44
Checking component
2
Conditions:

Multimeter.

points
3-4 R ≈ 52.75 - 57.46 k (-10 C,
14 F)
3-4 R ≈ 12.09 - 12.88 k (20 C,
68 F)
3-4 R ≈ 5.14 - 5.51 k (40 C,
104 F)
J-39200
45
MID 146 PID 171 Temperature Sensor, Ambient Temperature

Error code
FMI 3
Conditions for error code:

code is stored.
T3006581
Possible cause:
• Faulty sensor
• The control unit requests the ambient air temperature

from the instrument cluster
T8009498 FMI 4
Component: A03 Instrument Cluster A34 Climate Abnormally low voltage or short-circuit to lower voltage
Control Unit, B22 Sensor, Outdoor temperature
Conditions for error code:
General information • If the control unit detects a voltage lower than 0.55V
The sensor measures the ambient air temperature outside the control unit interprets this as an error and a fault
the cab. The sensor is located near the front bumper. code is stored.
The sensor is connected directly to the Instrument Cluster Possible cause:
(A03) which then transmits the ambient temperature
data to the Climate Control Unit (A34) via the SAE • Signal cable short-circuited to ground
J-1587/J-1708 datalink.
• Faulty sensor
Note: This fault code only applies to vehicles which
have an ambient temperature sensor. See Fault codes,
Instrument Cluster group 381 for further troubleshooting.
• The control unit requests the ambient air temperature

from the instrument cluster
46
Operation Numbers
8730-21-02-01 MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor Evaporator, Check ......................................................................... 12

8730-21-02-02 MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor Fresh Air-recirculation, Check ................................................................. 15
8730-21-02-03 MID 146 SID 6 Stepper Motor Air Distribution, Check ............................................................................. 17
8730-21-02-04 MID 146 SID 9 Stepper Motor, Air Mix/Heat Control, Check ................................................................... 19
8730-21-02-05 MID 146 SID 12 Water Control Valve, Check ........................................................................................... 22
8730-21-02-06 MID 146 SID 13 Temperature Sensor Heat Exchanger, Check ............................................................... 25
8730-21-02-07 MID 146 SID 16 Stepper Motor Phase 1, Check ..................................................................................... 30

8730-21-02-11 MID 146 SID 22 Pressure Sensor Refrigerant High Pressure Side, Check ............................................ 38
8730-21-02-12 MID 146 SID 232 5 Volt Supply Sensors, Check ..................................................................................... 41
8730-21-02-13 MID 146 PID 170 Temperature Sensor Cab, Check ................................................................................ 44
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• Breakout box 9998699 connected to adapter 9998596

• Breakout box 9998699 connected to adapter 9990025

V = direct current voltage (V)

Termi- Signal type Measurement Nominal value Other

Termi- Signal type Measurement Nominal value Other

Connected to the cable harness

• Breakout box 9998699 with adapter 9990025

• Breakout box 9998699 with adapter 9998596

• Control unit disconnected.

Termi- Signal type Measurement Nominal value Other

Termi- Signal type Measurement Nominal value Other

9990025 9998534 9998596

Other special equipment

85105675 85104410 J-39200

Fault code Component / function FMI Section

Fault code Component / function FMI Section

MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor, Evaporator

• If the control unit detects a voltage higher than

• Connector to sensor disconnected

• Signal cable short-circuited to higher voltage

• Ground lead short-circuited to higher voltage

Reaction from the control unit:

• Fault code is stored

• Yellow lamp requested

Noticeable external symptoms:

• Yellow lamp lights up

• The compressor "cycles" 20 s active, 60 s inactive

• See “MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor Evaporator,

• Fault code is stored

• Yellow lamp requested

Noticeable external symptoms:

• Yellow lamp lights up

• The compressor "cycles" 20 s active, 60 s inactive

• See “MID 146 SID 2 Temperature Sensor Evaporator,

Measurement at the component

• Measuring voltage using the J-39200 Digital

Measurement points Nominal value

• Measuring voltage using the J-39200 Digital

Measurement points Nominal value

• The component connector disconnected.

Measurement Nominal value

MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor, Fresh Air and Recirculation

• If the control unit detects a short-circuit to ground, the

• Signal cable to stepper motor Fresh air /Recirculation

• Signal cable to stepper motor Fresh air /Recirculation

• Fault code is stored

• Yellow lamp requested

Noticeable external symptoms:

• Yellow lamp lights up

• No control of Fresh air / Recirculation SID 5

• See “MID 146 SID 5 Stepper Motor Fresh

Component: A34 Climate Control Unit, E32 Climate

Measurement at the component

• Control unit connected.

Measurement points Nominal value

Note: If the measurement value exceeds 10 V there is

MID 146 SID 6 Stepper Motor, Air Distribution