A/C CUT-OFF CONTROL OPERATION [L3]
BME014000140T34
• While A/C is operating, the PCM cuts off the power supply to the A/C relay as shown below.
A/C cut-off condition
A/C cut-off time
Purpose
During cranking
For approx 4.0 s
Startability improvement
Throttle valve is opened more than 50%
For approx 5.0 s
Acceleration performance improvement
ECT is above 113 °C {235 °F}
Alternates between 10 seconds on and off until ECT falls to 107 °C {225 °F}
Engine reliability improvement
ECT is above 118 °C {244 °F}
Until engine ECT falls below 113 °C {235 °F}