‘“scliwia | # | [| { & | verse gy TECH TIPS Dixie Part Numbers: A-80032 S-80319 TBA Applications: 2007 — 2011 Acura MDX Conditions: The operator of the vehicle may complain of one or more of the following conditions: – The vehicle cranks hard or slow. – The vehicle fails to crank or start. – The battery is low or dead. – The battery discharges overnight. – The air conditioning performance is poor (warm air is coming from the vents). – The air conditioning compressor is noisy. Cause: A possible cause for the above condition is a faulty compressor clutch relay. If the relay sticks when the ignition it turned to the lock position with the compressor running it creates enough parasitic drain to discharge the battery. If the relay sticks when the engine and air conditioning are running the compressor’s relief valve may open and allow the refrigerant to escape. Correction: Follow the manufacturer’s recommended diagnostic and repair procedures when applicable. Verify the battery health by charging and performing a load test on the battery. REV: 20121109 Courtesy of APRA TSB_8106.docx Dixie Tech Tips are intended for use by professional technicians, and are not for the general public. They are written to inform technicians of conditions that may exist or as a guide to aid in diagnosing and servicing a vehicle. All references to original equipment manufactures, vehicle manufactures and any other Trade Mark names are for the sole purpose of identifying the vehicle and or part that the Tech Tip applies to. This document is property of Dixie Electric Ltd. and is not to be copied or distributed with out written permission.