Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Refrigerant Pressure Sensor [Manual Air Conditioner]
Purpose
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The refrigerant pressure sensor detects the refrigerant pressure in the refrigerant cycle.
Function
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The refrigerant pressure sensor converts the detected refrigerant pressure to an electric signal and sends it to the PCM.
Construction
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The refrigerant pressure sensor is installed on the cooler pipe.
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A capacitance type refrigerant pressure sensor, which converts refrigerant pressure into a linear electric signal, has been adopted.
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Consists of a pressure detecting part and signal processing part.
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The pressure detecting part is a variable capacity condenser, which changes capacitance according to the pressure.
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The signal processing part detects the capacitance of pressure detecting part, converts it to voltage, then outputs it to the climate control unit.
Operation
Capacitance type
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There is a clearance between the movable ceramic diaphragm and the ceramic base, and each side has an electrode.
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When pressure is applied from the ceramic diaphragm side, the ceramic diaphragm deforms, and the clearance between the electrodes changes. As a result, capacitance is changed and pressure is detected.
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
Refrigerant Pressure Sensor [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The refrigerant pressure sensor detects the refrigerant pressure in the refrigerant
cycle.
Function
The refrigerant pressure sensor converts the detected refrigerant pre ...
Refrigerant System Service Cautions
Handling Insufficient Refrigerant Level
If an insufficient refrigerant level is detected at troubleshooting, do
not charge (add) the refrigerant. Because an accurate amount of refrigerant
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Other materials:
Turning the Engine Off
WARNING
Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is moving:
Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving for any reason other than in
an emergency is dangerous.
Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving will result in reduced braking
ability due to the loss of power braking, which co ...
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Inspection
Intake CMP Sensor
Visual inspection
CAUTION:
When replacing the CMP sensor, make sure there is no foreign material on
it such as metal shavings. If it is installed with foreign material, the sensor
output signal will malfunction resulting from fluctuation in magnetic flux and
caus ...
Advanced Keyless Entry System
WARNING
Radio waves from the key may affect medical devices such as pacemakers: Before
using the key near people who use medical devices, ask the medical device manufacturer
or your physician if radio waves from the key will affect the device.
The advanced keyless function allows you to lock/u ...
