B1240
DTC B1240 or DTC indicator N: A Problem in the Mode Control Linkage, Doors, or Motor1. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and then turn to ON (II).
3. Do the self-diagnostic with the HDS or climate control unit.
4. Check for DTCs.
Is DTC B1240 or N Indicated?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Intermittent failure.
5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
6. Disconnect the mode control motor 7P connector.
7. Disconnect climate control unit connector A (32P).
8. Check for continuity between the following terminals of climate control unit connector A (32P) and the mode control motor 7P connector.
Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 9.
NO - Repair open in the wire(s) between the climate control unit and the mode control motor.
9. Check for continuity between body ground and climate control unit connector A (32P) No. 10 and No. 12 terminals individually.
Is there continuity?
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire(s) between the climate control unit and the mode control motor.
NO - Go to step 10.
10. Test the mode control motor.
Is the mode control motor OK?
YES - Substitute a known-good climate control unit, and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original climate control unit.
NO - Replace the mode control motor, or repair the mode control linkage or doors.