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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMINI2013COOPER S PACEMAN, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1009 (ENGINE COOLING AND HVAC - OVERVIEW)CLIMATE CONTROLAMBIENT TEMPERATURE / RELATIVE HUMIDITY REFERENCE CHARTDIAGNOSIS
2013 Mini Cooper S Paceman, Automatic Trans

Ambient Temperature / Relative Humidity Reference Chart: Diagnosis

2013 Mini Cooper S Paceman, Automatic TransSECTION Diagnosis
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  • The expansion valve is stuck closed; or is plugged by moisture, ice, or foreign material.


  • There may be a leak in the compressor, or the drivebelt may be loose/worn. The compressor pistons, rings, valves, or cylinders may be excessively worn or scored.


  • The system may be overcharged
  • The condenser may not be operating properly.
  • Air flow through the condenser may be poor.
  • The auxiliary fan may not be operating properly.
    Fig 1: Checking Airflow & Fan Operation
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  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.