Technical Information and Diagnostic Guide

for Freightliner ParkSmart Rev5/Split No Idle System

July 2011 to March 7, 2016
This guide will assist you in becoming more familiar with the working components of the
ParkSmart® System and the proper steps and procedures to completely diagnose the no idle unit.

Beginning 3/7/2016 all (NEW) trucks are built with the Optimized Idle
compatible unit, including (NEW) trucks that do not have Optimized Idle. Please
refer to the Optimized Idle troubleshooting guide for service information.

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 !! Attention !!
Before proceeding with any diagnostics please call for
authorization. Opening the ParkSmart Unit without
authorization could void your warranty!

Technicians are responsible for verifying all truck batteries

and AUX System batteries are in good condition and are
properly charged. Do not proceed with any diagnostics
without checking batteries and connections first!
Communication
The front HVAC control unit, auxiliary control unit, and the ParkSmart internal control unit
communicate over the J1939 datalink. The front HVAC control unit uses source address (SA) 25 and the
auxiliary control unit uses SA 58. The internal ParkSmart controller uses SA 68. The messaging
communicated is used for operation, diagnostics, and data used to monitor the system with Datalink
Monitor.

Links:
NITE system www.nitesystem.com/html/technical_docs.cfm
Battery option: East Penn www.eastpenn-deka.com
Auxiliary Fuel Fired Coolant Heater: Espar Hydronic 5 www.espar.com

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

1) External Component Identification and Location

A: Battery Separator ..........................................................5
B: Fuses ..............................................................................5
F1 60 amp (Maxi) F5 15 amp (Mini)
F2 15 amp (Mini) F6 80 amp (aux battery power to unit)
F3 20 amp (Mini) F7 80 amp (main battery power to unit)
F4 50 amp (Maxi) F8 5 amp (aux battery sensor)
5 amp fuse for separator remote sense is not numbered (see wiring diagram)

C: Relays LS1 – LS4 .........................................................6

D: Blend Door Actuator .....................................................6
E: AUX Control Panel........................................................7
F: Condenser Fan ...............................................................7
G: Ambient Outside Air Sensor..........................................7
H: Charge Port ....................................................................7

2) Internal Components
A: Control PCB Assembly .................................................8
B: Compressor ...................................................................8
C: Thermal Limit Switch – Compressor ............................9
D: Evaporator Blower ........................................................9
E: High Pressure Switch ....................................................9
F: Evaporator Sensor/Freeze Switch ..................................9
G: Sleeper Sensor ..............................................................10
H: Evaporator Inlet Filer ....................................................10

I: Receiver Drier / serviceable…………………………..10

3) Diagnostics Table ............................................................. 11/12

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 APPENDIX
A: Batteries ................................................................................. 13
B: Separator ................................................................................ 13
C: AUX Control Panel Testing ................................................... 14
D: Relay Testing ..................................................................... 14/15
E: Pressure Switch Testing ......................................................... 15
F: Fuses ....................................................................................... 15
G: Evaporator Sensor/Freeze Switch Testing ............................15
H: Compressor Thermal Limit Switch ....................................... 16
I: Control PCB Assembly .................................... 16/17…....34-36
J: Condenser Fan…….......................................... 17/18……30/33
K: Evaporator Blower Testing .................................................... 18
L: Compressor Rubber Mounts .................................................. 18
M: Blend Door Actuator .............................................................. 19
N: Sleeper Temperature Sensor................................................... 19
O: Outside Air Temperature Sensor ............................................ 19
P: Evaporator Sensor Chart ........................................................ 20
Q: Sleeper Air Sensor Chart ........................................................ 21
R: Ambient Outside Air Sensor Chart ........................................ 22
S: ParkSmart HVAC Wiring Diagram ........................23/24/25/26
T: System Controller Pinout Chart ............................................. 27
U: A/C System Fault Codes (J1939) ........................................... 28
V: Charge Levels ......................................................................... 29
W: Condenser Fan Tests………...….…………………..…...30/33
X: Condenser Coil Cleaning………………...…………………33
Y: Cluster block / compressor ……………………..…….....34/36
Z: Ring Terminal / Controller Service………………………37-40

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A: Battery Separator
The battery separator is used for separating the
trucks main starting batteries from the AUX
batteries. It also allows the charging of the AUX
batteries after the main truck batteries are charged
above 13.2 Volts. Mounting is inside the driver’s
side sleeper storage area.
NOTE: After July 2011, separator has option of
Start/Interrupt and will not interchange with
previous separators.

B: Fuses located on the control center

F1 Fuse 60 Amp (Maxi)
This fuse provides short circuit protection for the compressor.

F2 Fuse 15 Amp (Mini)

This fuse provides short circuit protection for the unit controls.

F3 Fuse 20 Amp (Mini)-Heater

This fuse provides protection for the fuel operated heater.

F4 Fuse 50 Amp (Maxi)

This fuse provides protection for the evaporator blower.

F5 Fuse 15 Amp (Mini)

This fuse provides protection for the condenser fan.

F6 Fuse 80 Amp
This fuse provides protection for the aux battery power to the ParkSmart unit.

F7 Fuse 80 Amp
This fuse provides protection for the main battery power to the ParkSmart unit.

F8 Fuse 5 Amp
This fuse provides protection for the aux battery sense wire.

5 amp fuse for separator remote sense is not numbered (see wiring diagram)
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C: Relays – All 100 amp
Location: On the control center

LS1. This relay controls the voltage to

the compressor controlling section of the
Control PCB Assembly when in the
(ENGINE ON MODE)

LS2. This relay controls the voltage to

the condenser fan and the evaporator
blower when in the (ENGINE ON
MODE)

LS3. This relay controls the voltage to

the compressor controlling section of the
Control PCB assembly when in the
(PARKED MODE OR ENGINE OFF-
KEY ON MODE)

LS4. This relay controls the voltage to

the condenser fan and the evaporator
blower when in the (PARKED MODE
OR ENGINE OFF-KEY ON MODE)

D: Blend Door Actuator

This actuator operates the blend door,
changing the air flow path through the
ParkSmart evaporator coil and heater
core.

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E: AUX Control Panel
Backlights light for 8 seconds
when touched in Park mode.

Operates like standard auxiliary

HVAC when the engine is LED PARKED light
running.
Pushing “PARKED” button with engine off/brakes set starts parked mode and
illuminates parked button LED.
Unit exits parked when, engine is started, unit is shut off or Parked batteries are
depleted.

F: Condenser Fan
This fan draws air through the
condenser coil to cool the
Prior to 10-2015
refrigerant flowing through the
system. The hot air is exhausted
away from the truck.
New model beginning 10-2015 has
serviceable receiver drier

Cleaning condenser – See page 33

G: Ambient Outside Air Sensor

This sensor monitors the air at the condenser
coil. See appendix O Page 19 for test
instructions. Part no. 1000281234

H: Refrigerant
Charge Port

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 A: Control PCB Assembly
This device stores the operating program and controls the
ParkSmart Unit, as well as controls the output voltage to
the variable speed compressor. It is located in the upper
section next to the evaporator blower. NOTE: Photo (A)
PCB assembly will not interchange with any Rev 3/4B unit
built prior to July 2011.
A
Photo (B) shows Control Assembly
for units built after March 6, 2012
with a cluster block connection.

WARNING: System controllers do not interchange! Please verify your controller matches the chassis.
NON opt Idle trucks built before 3-7-2016 use a battery separator and require a non-opt Idle system controller.

B: Compressor
This unit is part of the hermetically sealed
refrigeration system.
Units built prior to March 6, 2012 use
flag terminals, (Photo A). Units built March 6,
2012 to Oct, 2015 use cluster block terminals,
(Photo B). Units built from October 2015 to
current use ring terminals, (Photo C).

C
B
A

For servicing cluster block Harness or Controller, follow instructions on pages 34-36.

For servicing RING TERMINAL harness or controller, follow instructions on pages 37-40.

New 10-2015

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C: Thermal Limit Switch on
Compressor
This is a normally closed switch to protect the
compressor from high temperature.

D: Evaporator Blower
This blower pulls air through the evaporator coil to
cool the interior of the sleeper.

Blower motor change 4-2015. Installing a new style

motor in an older unit will require a jumper harness.

E: High Pressure Switch

Units built before March 22, 2012 use (A). This
normally closed, brazed pressure switch will open
and prevent the operation of the compressor if high
internal pressure develops in the system. It is NOT A
serviceable.

Units built after March 22, 2012 use a serviceable

Schrader mounted switch (B). This binary switch
opens for low or high-high side pressure.
B

F: Evaporator Sensor/Freeze Switch

This sensor stops and prevents the operation of the
compressor if ice was to form on the evaporator coil.
See appendix G for test instructions.

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G: Sleeper Sensor
This sensor monitors the sleeper compartment
temperature. See appendix N for test instruct-
tions.

H: Evaporator inlet filter:

This filter protects the evaporator coil from
dust and debris. It is washable and should be
serviced every other month by washing dust
and debris off with warm water. In
environments with pets or dusty environments
the filter may need more frequent washing.
Failure to do so will affect the performance of
the unit and could lead to drain tube clogging.

I: Receiver Drier / is serviceable

Beginning in 10- 2015, Parksmart steel
condenser assembly was changed to a plastic
model which contains a serviceable receiver
dryer. Drier connections use slim line seals.
System also contains refrigerant
dye.

Caution: Steel condenser and plastic

condenser have unique line sets and
WILL NOT INTERCHANGE!

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 ParkSmart System Diagnostic Table
TRUCK MUST BE IN PARKED MODE TO
PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC TESTS!
For additional wiring diagrams and J1939 fault codes see Freightliner doc # C02.03

When testing AC portion of unit ESPAR HEATER must be disconnected.

Removing fuse f2 for 5-10 seconds will reset the main system controller to factory default settings.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION / SEE APPENDIX
Unit Will Not Run 1. Loose connection 1. Confirm all connections are tight, including ground lugs, and
or Turn On 2. No power is available at the unit. terminals crimped on wires and battery cables.
3. Blown fuse or fuses 2. Check AUX batteries for voltage. Low voltage cut out 11.3
4. Defective AUX Control panel. 3. Check F2 fuse for continuity and/or voltage and 12 volt input at pin
5. Lost signal to Aux Control Panel - C1 on Control PCB Assembly. See appendix F.
WAKE UP 4. Check for 12 volts and ground at AUX control panel. See appendix
6. Control PCB Assembly defective. C
7. Park Switch defective or wrong 5. Check Wake up signal pin D6 on Control PCB Assembly. See
logics. appendix C and /or I.
8. No 12 volts to pin C3 battery sense. 6. Test Control PCB Assembly. See appendix I
9. Broken wire or defective wire 7. Truck parked 0 volts to pin C4. Brakes released 12 volt to pin C4.
harness Check for input. See Pin Out Chart
10. Parked button illuminates for a 8. Check fuse F8 12V power signal from Aux batteries to pin C3 on
couple of seconds but unit does not PCB assembly. See appendix I
run. 9. Inspect all wiring and harness connections.
10. Check for loss of communication on Can Bus J1939. Check for
loss of wake up signal (switched to ground) from control to pin D6
on Control PCB Assembly. See appendix C
11. Incorrect park brake switch will prevent unit from operating. Check
signal on system controller C4. See pin out chart.
Unit runs in parked 1.Broken wire to relay to LS1 and/or LS2 1. Inspect all wiring and harness connections.
mode but not relays 2. Check connections and test both relays. See appendix D
engine running 2. LS1 and / or LS2 relay defective 3. Check fuse. See appendix F
mode. 3. Fuse F2 blown 4. Determine if ground from Control PCB Assembly has failed. See
4. Lost output (ground) from Control PCB appendix I
Assembly pin D10 and/ or D11 going to
LS1 and LS2 relays.

Unit runs in 1. Low Aux Batteries 1. Check Aux batteries and battery separator. See Appendix A & B
Engine On mode, 2. Park Brake Signal 2. Park brake switch defective, wiring harness issue or wrong switch
but not Engine 3. Wake Up Signal logics
Off 4. Relays LS3/LS4 3. Loss of wake up signal. Check Aux control panel and
5. Wiring Harness control PCB Assy. See Appendix C & I.
6. Aux Battery Voltage 4. Check relays and wiring. See Appendix D
5. Check wiring harness connectors and physical condition.
6. Check for Aux battery voltage (12V) at the control PCB Assy pin
C3.

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 TRUCK MUST BE IN PARKED MODE TO PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC TESTS!

Items listed are possible causes and are not intended to be followed as exact steps. Many items should be confirmed using Service Link!
Unit Runs - But Check Service Link for faults See fault code list for complete listing
Does Not Blow (Examples) 1. Clear any blockage from recirculation filter, grill and louvers.
Cold Air  Ambient outside air temperature 2. Check evaporator / sleeper / ambient air sensors. See appendix G,
 Evaporator temperature / freeze sw. N, and O
 Sleeper Temperature
3. Thermal expansion valve – refrigerant flow - see appendix G
CHECK  Refrigerant pressure binary switch
4. Overcharged system – see appendix E
SERVICE LINK
1. Evaporator airflow blockage. 5. Check condenser fan, inlet and outlet for restriction (outside behind
2. Check Sensors sleeper). See appendix J & W and pages 30-33.
3. Thermal Expansion Valve 6. Check F1 fuse and PARKED MODE LS3 relay. See appendix F
Also see C02.03 4. Overcharged refrigerant system and D. Confirm all wire harness plugs are connected.
section-7 5. Condenser fan or coil blocked 7. Check blend door operation. See appendix M
Cooling 6. Compressor Fuse or Relay. 8. Check Evaporator blower. See appendix K.
Performance 7. Blend door position. 9. Check Control PCB Assembly and power to compressor. See
8. Evaporator blower. appendix I and pages 34-40
9. Compressor controller & phase harness 10. Check thermal switch. See appendix H
connections. 11. Check pressure switch (Normally Closed). Switch open low at 29-35
10. Compressor thermal switch. psi and opens high at 420-430 psi. See appendix E
11. High side pressure switch 12. If all tests check OK a loss of charge may have occurred. Check for
12. Loss of charge. (refrigerant system pressure switch fault. Follow Freightliner service instructions.
is serviceable) 13. If all above items are ok and power is detected at the
13. Defective compressor compressor but it does not operate, the system refrigeration
loop must be replaced. See Freightliner service instructions.

Unit Cycles On 1. Poor electrical connection. 1. Check all electrical connections.

And Off 2. Condenser fan inoperative. 2. Check condenser fan. See appendix J & W
3. Air flow blockage causing high 3. Check for restricted airflow under truck at condenser inlet and
pressure or freeze condition. outlet and at louvers and recirculation grill. Check pressure switch
4. Condenser coil blocked or fan not and/or freeze switch. See appendix E and G
operating 4. Check fan and/or clean coil. See appendix J & W & pages 30-33.
Unit Blows Cold 1. Check all duct work connections. 1. Make sure all ducts are connected, sealed and secure.
Air, But Low 2. Evaporator coil or filter blocked 2. Check for airflow at louvers, replace or clean return air filter.
Airflow 3. Evaporator blower motor 3. Check evaporator blower motor. See appendix K
Unit Runs 1. Ground terminal(s). 1. Inspect and tighten ALL connections.
Correctly, But 2. AUX batteries weak or not charged 2. Check battery condition / state of charge. See appendix A
Less Than correctly. 3. Check separator connections and operation. See appendix B
Expected Run 3. Separator not functioning correctly. 4. Check Main truck batteries for condition and state of charge. See
Time 4. Trucks main batteries poor condition appendix A
5. High amperage draw 5. Use DC ammeter to check amps when running. Excessive
6. Defective Outside air temperature amperage could signal compressor or internal component issue.
sensor. Amperage ranges 40A to 75A depending on conditions
7. Improper PCB Assembly (Opt-Idle) 6. Energy management stops/ amp usage will increase. See
used appendix O.
7. Could affect run time and starting batteries.

Unit is Noisy or 1. Evaporator Blower motor. 1. Check evaporator blower. See appendix K
Vibrates 2. Condenser fan motor. 2. Check condenser fan. See appendix J & W & pages 30-33
3. Compressor mounting. 3. Check rubber compressor mounts. See appendix L
Unit runs but does 1. Heater power and ground 1. Check for power at the heater pins 1 & 2
not blow hot air 2. Heater fuse 2. Check heater fuse F3. See page 5
3. Wiring harness 3. Check wiring harness connectors and physical condition
4. Heater enable signal 4. Check heater enable 12V at heater pin 7 from PCB pin C15
5. Blend Door 5. See appendix M
6. Park Brake switch 6. Incorrect park brake switch will prevent heater from operating.
Note: Heater diagnostics can be performed using Espar’s EDITH diagnostics lap top based program. You must have the ISO
cable adapter for the ParkSmart Hydronic heater. Rev 3-4B use the 4 wire adapter/Rev 5 uses the 8 pin Hydronic 5 adapter.

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Appendix
A. Battery Condition and Performance:
Battery Voltage is critical for system operation. Special attention should be
given to both sets of batteries.

Attention: Poor quality truck batteries or a weak alternator will have a

Negative impact on ParkSmart unit run time. Always maintain the best
possible batteries and charging system.
Standard alternator 270 Amp.
Load test and maintain batteries as required by the manufacturer.

B. Separator
Check the voltage of the trucks main batteries on the separator (main) battery
terminal.

With the truck not running the truck battery Voltage should be under 13 Volts.
Anytime the truck main battery voltage is below 12.5 the separator contacts
will be open.

Start the truck. When a Voltage of 13.2 on the truck batteries is reached, the
separator contacts will close, and allow power to begin charging the AUX
batteries. You should see a voltage increase going into the AUX batteries.
Using a clamp on DC ammeter you will see the rate of charge going to the
batteries.

When this occurs, the separator is working correctly.

If the separator does not close or closes and does not allow charging to the
AUX batteries, replace the separator.

Please note: It is normal for the separator to change back and forth between charging the
truck bank of batteries and the AUX system bank of batteries, especially in the first two
hours. As the truck batteries regain charge the separator will stay engaged for longer
periods of time.

START Interrupt: Rev 5 only: Battery separator will open automatically

anytime the engine start is engaged. This separator will not interchange with
Rev3 and Rev 4B.

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C. AUX Control Panel Testing: Attention! Conduct this test with ENGINE
OFF/ KEY OFF AND BRAKES SET!!!

First, check for proper voltage and signal at the 6 pin connector. You should
have 12 volts across pins 4 (pos) and 5 (neg). You should also have 12 volts at
pin 24 (wake up signal). Pushing the parked button switches the 12 volts at
pin 24 to ground, signaling the ParkSmart unit to operate.

During this test, you should not have 12 volts to pin 6 (ignition signal)
and you must have Can Bus connection for the unit to operate. 30

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D. Relay Testing

With relay unplugged, confirm there is 12 VOLT

87
on the sockets where 85 and 30 relay terminals are 85
connected.
87

If you do not have 12 VOLT here check fuses, wiring and battery connections.

Now, with relay unplugged, check across terminals 85 and 86 of the relay,
using a continuity tester or an OHM meter. You should have continuity or an
ohms value through the relay coil. If you do not, replace relay.

In Parked mode, as soon as you turn the AUX Control Panel blower switch
on and set the temperature control to cold and push the parked button,
terminals 86 on LS3 and LS4 relays become connected to ground internally on
the Control PCB Assembly pins D12 and D13. When this happens the relays
will pull in the contacts and allow voltage through the relays. You should now
have 12 VOLT passing through the relay on spade terminal 87 of the relay.
This provides power through fuses F1, F4 and F5, to the evaporator blower,
condenser fan and the compressor controlling section of the Control PCB
Assembly.

With relay plugged in: TURN THE UNIT ON IN PARKED MODE. If you do
not have 12 VOLT on terminal 87, check across terminals 85 (+) an 86 (-).
You should have 12 VOLT. If you have 12 VOLT here and do not have 12
VOLT on terminal 87 your relay is defective. The internal coil of the relay is
energized but the contacts are not closing. (continued on next page)

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 Replace the relay.

If you have 12 VOLT on terminal 87 and the compressor does not run you
could have a defective Control PCB Assembly or compressor. See testing
Control PCB Assembly Appendix I.

E. Pressure Switch Testing: You must remove the top section of the ParkSmart
unit to access the switch. Check J1939 for any fault codes. The brazed switch is
not serviceable. This switch is normally closed and opens only on high pressure.
NOTE: High system pressure and poor performance can occur if the system is overcharged! If the system has been
serviced / recharged and does not operate correctly, please verify refrigerant charge level is correct. See page 29.

The Schrader mounted switch (units after 3-22-2012) is serviceable. It

opens on low or high – high side pressure. If pressure switch is open or service
link shows a fault, you must connect to the loop and check system pressure.
Switch opens between 27-35 psig low or 426-483 high.

When the unit is off for a few minutes, unplug the 32 pin connector on the
PCB assembly and check across terminals D2 and D5, you should always have
continuity. If you do not, you may have a broken wire, bad connection,
pressure situation or defective switch. If the pressure, harness and connections
are ok, the unit or switch will have to be replaced. Call Freightliner Dealer

F. Check continuity across fuse body (fuse does not look blown)
Remove fuse from fuse holder. Using a meter, check for continuity across the
fuse. You can check for voltage across the fuse using a dc volt meter.

G. Evaporator Sensor/Freeze Switch Testing: Location: Top of unit, behind the

evaporator coil, just inside the Cabinet base.
IF THE SENSOR OR CIRCUIT HAS A SHORT OR OPEN, the fault code
will be seen on J1939
The freeze switch is a temperature sensor. To verify the condition you will need
a Volt/OHM meter. If a freeze condition occurs, the unit will stop the
compressor. If the freeze condition leaves, the compressor will restart and the
ParkSmart unit will continue to run. See Evaporator Sensor/Freeze switch
Resistance Chart for sensor test data.
Thermal Expansion valve blocked or partially blocked can cause improper
refrigerant flow and a freeze up condition at the evaporator coil. Check for ice
on tubes next to return air filter. A broken capillary tube will also cause the same
condition. TXV / cap tube are not serviceable.
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H. Compressor Thermal Limit Switch: You must remove the compressor cover
of the ParkSmart unit to access the switch.

This device is a normally closed switch. If the compressor gets too hot, the
thermal limit switch will open and the compressor will stop. Checking with a
meter you should always have continuity between the two terminals when it is
cool. Also check harness and connection at circuit board.

I. Control PCB Assembly:

Do not attempt to test the controller or compressor until you have
completely eliminated all other possibilities.

PCB assemblies after 3-6-2012 have removable harness and cluster block.

A B C
Photo is generic. If replacing
a harness, be sure to follow
the original OE routing path.
See pages 35-40 for routing
instructions.

Blue Orange Yellow

Wires must always be connected in this order and torqued

to 12-14 inch LBS (+or- .89 inlb)
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 In parked mode, when you turn the ParkSmart unit on, the compressor relay
LS 3 and blower/fan relay LS 4 will close. LS 3 will send 12 VOLT main
power from terminal 87, through the F 1 fuse, to the compressor controller
section of the control PCB assembly. LS 4 will send main power through its
terminal 87, through F 4 and F 5 fuses to the blower and fan. If all other
conditions are ok, such as the high pressure switch, freeze switch and the
compressor thermal limit switch, the compressor controller will then send
voltage out to the compressor.

Check for 12 VOLT from the F2 fuse going to the PCB controller pin C1. Also
check fuse F8, 12 volts, to pin C3 (Aux Battery Sense). If Aux battery voltage
is below 11.3 the ParkSmart unit will not operate in parked mode. Before
condemning an internal component or unit, try operating the unit with engine
running.
!!! Cluster Block units – see instructions page 34-36!!!
Ring Terminal Units – Follow steps below - also see pages 37 – 40.

If you have the correct voltage in you should have voltage out on the three
phase wires connected to the compressor. Remove controller cover. Disconnect
the three phase wires from the controller.
NOTE: See warning on page 34 for testing controller with phase wires
disconnected!
Using a volt meter check each post, positive on (A, B, or C) negative to
battery ground. If you do not have a 6 volt pulse voltage out on each post,
replace the controller. Pulse voltage means the controller will cycle to each
colored wire. You may see the voltage appear and disappear continuously
depending on your meter. It cycles fast and some meters may not pick up the
cycles.
If you do have a 6 volt pulse voltage out on each post and at the compressor
and the compressor does not run you have a defective compressor.

Wiring diagrams located after appendix

Controller pin-out table located after appendix

J. Condenser Fan Motor Testing: First do a visual inspection of all fan

parts. See Appendix pages 30/33. Condenser is located outside the truck on
rear sleeper wall.

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Reconnect any wires or plugs you might have disconnected when removing the
cover. Turn the Parked Unit on, if you do not have 12 volt at the fan, check fuse
F5 And relay LS4. If you have 12 VOLT main power, check for the signal voltage
from pin C 7 (white wire). You should have zero voltage with unit off and 1.6 to
3.9 volts unit on. If all voltages are correct, reconnect the plug. If the fan does
not run, see additional tests on pages 30-33.
Using a DC ammeter you can check the amperage draw of the blower. Normal
amps approx. 9.5 max.
Caution: If attempting to connect fan to an outside power source, internal
electronic components are sensitive to arcing or reverse polarity! Damage will
occur!!
NOTE: Anytime the unit has been operating and shuts down or is turned off,
the condenser fan will continue to run for 90 seconds to cool the system.

K. Evaporator Blower Motor Testing: First do a visual inspection of all

blower parts.
Check J1939 for any fault codes. For evaporator fan location see Freightliner
instructions.

Reconnect any wires or plugs you might have disconnected when removing the
cover. Turn the Parked Unit on and check for 12 VOLT at the unit side of
the wiring harness. If you do not have 12 volt, check fuse F4 and relay LS4.
If you have 12 VOLT main power, check for the signal voltage from pin C
13 (tan wire). You should have 10 volts on low speed and approx. 6 volts
at high speed. If all voltages are correct, reconnect the plug. If fan does not
run, it is defective, and needs to be replaced.

Using a DC ammeter you can check the amperage draw of the blower. Normal
amps approx. 10 on high
Caution: If attempting to connect blower to an outside power source, internal
electronic components are sensitive to arcing or reverse polarity! Damage
will occur!!
Blower motor change 4-2015. Installing a new style
motor in an older unit will require a jumper harness.

L. Compressor Rubber Mounts:

Visual inspection of the compressor rubber mounts may be necessary if
excessive vibration is present. Check for loose mounting nuts. If mounting nuts
and captive studs are ok, vibration could be from the internal part of the
compressor. If so call your Freightliner dealer.
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M. Blend Door Actuator: For blend door location see Freightliner
ParkSmart documents. Check J1939 for any fault codes.

Physical inspection can be seen through the top of the unit by removing
the main controller or evaporator blower.

This actuator motor drives the blend door. Each time the unit is powered up
the door sets to full cold. Removing the F2 fuse will reset the unit and the
blend door.

When in the heat mode the blend door will direct recycled air through
the heater core as directed by the Aux. Control Panel in order to maintain a
preset temperature. The Espar Hydronic coolant heater will provide a
constant flow of heated coolant through the heated core for internal bunk heat
as well as engine heat.

You cannot bench test this actuator.

Check for 12V at pin 2 on the actuator, this is power for pin C8 on the
Control PCB Assembly. Use a common ground to check this voltage. With
unit operating, phases A, B, C and D are switched to ground in a sequence.
With the door in a stationary position check for 12V, you should have 12V on
each phase. When the door is being positioned, these phases will be switched
to ground. The voltage will be near zero on a switching phase.

N. Sleeper Temperature Sensor: Location see Freightliners instructions

This sensor monitors sleeper internal temperature. See chart 2 for testing
data.
IF THE SENSOR OR CIRCUIT HAS A SHORT OR OPEN, the
fault code will be seen on J1939
If this sensor fails, the unit will default to 72 degrees.
O. Ambient Outside Air Temperature Sensor:
This sensor monitors the Ambient air temperature. See chart 3 for testing data.

If this sensor fails, the power management system stops and although the unit
will still operate, the total run time of the battery pack will be reduced. It
is located in the condenser unit outside the truck on rear sleeper wall.

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Evaporator Sensor/ Freeze switch Resistance Chart
A B C D
1 Evaporator Sensor
2
Resistance Voltage
3 Temp(ºF) Temp (ºC) (nominal) (nominal)

4 -40.0 -40.0 92757.0 4.554

5 -31.0 -35.0 66870.0 4.402
6 -22.0 -30.0 48790.0 4.215
7 -13.0 -25.0 35937.0 3.991
8 -4.0 -20.0 26757.0 3.732
9 5.0 -15.0 20103.0 3.443
10 14.0 -10.0 15252.0 3.133
11 23.0 -5.0 11664.0 2.81
12 32.0 0.0 9000.0 2.488
13 41.0 5.0 6998.0 2.175
14 50.0 10.0 5485.0 1.882
15 59.0 15.0 4330.0 1.613
16 68.0 20.0 3443.0 1.374
17 77.0 25.0 2757.0 1.164
18 86.0 30.0 2221.0 0.982
19 95.0 35.0 1800.0 0.826
20 104.0 40.0 1468.0 0.695
21 113.0 45.0 1204.0 0.585
22 122.0 50.0 993.2 0.493
23 131.0 55.0 823.2 0.415
24 140.0 60.0 685.8 0.351
25 149.0 65.0 574.2 0.297
26 158.0 70.0 482.9 0.252
27 167.0 75.0 408.3 0.215
28 176.0 80.0 346.8 0.184
29 185.0 85.0 295.6 0.157

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 Sleeper Air Sensor Resistance Chart
A B C D
1 Sleeper, Air Temperature Sensor
2

Voltage
Resistance
34 -40.0 -40.0
Temp (ºC) 336500.0 4.86
(nominal)
5 -31.0
Temp(ºF) -35.0 242589.0
(nominal) 4.80
6 -22.0 -30.0 177000.0 4.73
7 -13.0 -25.0 130370.0 4.64
8 -4.0 -20.0 97070.0 4.53
9 5.0 -15.0 72929.0 4.40
10 14.0 -10.0 55330.0 4.24
11 23.0 -5.0 42315.0 4.04
12 32.0 0.0 32650.0 3.83
13 41.0 5.0 25388.0 3.59
14 50.0 10.0 19900.0 3.33
15 59.0 15.0 15708.0 3.06
16 68.0 20.0 12490.0 2.78
17 77.0 25.0 10000.0 2.50
18 86.0 30.0 8057.0 2.23
19 95.0 35.0 6531.0 1.98
20 104.0 40.0 5327.0 1.74
21 113.0 45.0 4369.0 1.52
22 122.0 50.0 3603.0 1.32
23 131.0 55.0 2986.0 1.15
24 140.0 60.0 2488.0 1.00
25 149.0 65.0 2083.0 0.86
26 158.0 70.0 1752.0 0.75
27 167.0 75.0 1481.0 0.65
28 176.0 80.0 1258.0 0.56

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 Ambient Outside Air Sensor Resistance Chart

A B C D E

1 Ambient, Air Temperature Sensor

2 Resistance (KOHM)

3 Temp(ºF) Temp (ºC) Minimum Normal Maximum

4 -76 -60 1353.41 1596 1838.59

5 -58 -50 619.8 723.22 826.64

6 -40 -40 291.49 335.6 381.71

7 -22 -30 155.2 177.4 199.6

8 -4 -20 85.85 97.12 108.39

9 14 -10 49.25 55.34 61.43

10 32 0 29.33 32.66 35.99

11 50 10 17.99 19.9 21.81

12 68 20 11.37 12.49 13.61

13 77 25 9.12 10 10.88

14 86 30 7.37 8.06 8.75

15 104 40 4.9 5.325 5.75

16 122 50 3.33 3.605 3.88

17 140 60 2.31 3.605 2.57

18 158 70 1.63 2.49 1.87

19 176 80 1.17 1.75 1.34

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 For REV 5 Split Units built before 4/14 2015

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Blower motor change 4-2015. Installing a new
style motor in an older unit will require a jumper
harness.

For REV 5 Split Units built before 4/14 2015

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 For REV 5 Split Units built after 4/14 2015

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For REV 5 Split Units built after 4/14 2015
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ParkSmart Fault Codes
Transmitting
Name Description SPN FMI Limitations
Module

Evaporator
Shorted to ground 1547 4 FCU/ACU —
Sensor

Evaporator Shorted to battery or

1547 5 FCU/ACU —
Sensor open circuit

Sleeper Sensor Shorted to ground 1548 4 FCU/ACU/ACU —

Shorted to battery or
Sleeper Sensor 1548 5 FCU/ACU/ACU —
open circuit

Ambient Air
Shorted to ground 171 4 FCU/ACU/ACU —
Sensor

Ambient Air Shorted to battery or

171 5 FCU/ACU/ACU —
Sensor open circuit

Blend Door Voltage above 523330 3 FCU/ACU/ACU —

Actuator normal or shorted to
high source

Blend Door Voltage below

523330 4 FCU/ACU/ACU —
Actuator normal, shorted to
low source or open
circuit

Blower Motor Protection Mode: 523318 2 FCU/ACU/ACU Diagnostic feedback PWM

Voltage out of range signal is 10Hzzx50zxx duty
cycle

Blower Motor Protection Mode: 523318 6 FCU/ACU/ACU Diagnostic feedback PWM

Overcurrent or signal is 10Hzzx25zxx duty
thermal protection cycle

Protection Mode: Diagnostic feedback PWM

Blower Motor Speed mismatch or 523318 7 FCU/ACU/ACU
signal is 10Hzzx75zxx duty
blocked rotor cycle. Use of this FMI
assumes a mechanical problem

Over Pressure Refrigerant pressure 605 5 FCU/ACU/ACU Outside temperature must be

open circuit above 40ºF, sleeper temperature
must be over 60ºF, and cooling
must be requested. (Check at
full cold temp settings)

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701 — Approved Leak Detection Methods
The ParkSmart system uses a non-conductive compressor oil. Use only polyvinylether (PVE) refrigerant oil in
this system. The system should never be recovered to check AC charge. The ParkSmart system does not need
any oil added unless refrigerant loop components have been replaced, or the system has been recovered in
excess of 4 times. Addition of improper oil types, or too much oil, will cause damage to the compressor.

In units built from start of production through June of 2011, the ParkSmart refrigerant loop is not
serviceable. When a performance complaint is coupled with evidence of a refrigerant leak, standard leak
detecting methods may be employed to confirm the unit is losing refrigerant. The refrigerant type is R-
134a. Follow the manufactures’ operating instructions and use the leak detectors from the approved tool
list to confirm suspected leaks. If a leak is confirmed on an underperforming unit, the refrigerant loop will
need to be replaced with a new one.
Beginning in July of 2011 an R-134 A/C service port has been added to the high pressure side of the
ParkSmart system for charging and recovery of refrigerant. Charging and recovery of this system should
not be done until after the other troubleshooting methods have pointed to low or no refrigerant in the
system.

CHARGE LEVELS

Refrigerant levels changed with the new Plastic condenser

Prior to 10-2015 After 10-2015

Steel Condenser Plastic Condenser

000
Refrigerant level is the same for all models

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ParkSmart Rev. 5

Subject: Diagnosis of Intermittent System Operation Resulting in

Low or No Cooling Performance

Background See exploded view on page 33.

Various conditions can cause a system to operate intermittently and have little
or no cooling ability. When servicing a specified unit for operation or performance, it is necessary to make
sure the condenser fan is operating correctly.

The condenser fan motor may exhibit “dead spots” prohibiting start-up
when the HVAC unit is turned on. This motor is made-up of 24 cog
positions roughly 1½ inches apart on the condenser blade.

Driver Observation
 ParkSmart no-idle system is not operating continuously or no cooling.
Diagnostic Procedure for Technicians (Estimated time – 10 minutes)

1. Follow manufacture safety guidelines when servicing this vehicle. Verify the following: Engine off, key
off, and parking brakes set.
2. Start the ParkSmart no-idle system in parked mode and adjust settings to full cold and high blower
speed to which the parked button must be pushed. Visually inspect condenser fan to verify proper
operation. If the condenser fan is not operating, verify for 12 volts across the red and black wires at the
condenser fan plug. Also, verify signal voltage is present at the connector. If the condenser fan has 12
volts and signal voltage but is not working properly please carry out the service replacement
procedure. (See page 31).
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Note: For complete fan diagnostics it is necessary to perform additional phase tests. This preliminary
test in step 2 only confirms the condenser fan operates on one phase of the motor.
If the condenser fan appears to be working properly continue diagnostic and verify the
following:

3. Disconnect power to the condenser fan before advancing through the diagnostic procedure. Failure
to follow this step may cause bodily injuries to yourself and/or others as well as damages to the
specified unit. This warning is for your protection and information.
4. Remove all 17 mounting screws from the condenser fan cover.
5. Mark “fan blade” with silver permanent marker as shown. This will be the home location.

Location 1 Mark “A” as the first test

location
(Home location)

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Diagnostic Procedure for Technicians (Estimated time – 10 minutes) - Continued
6. Rotate clockwise 1 cogging torque position and mark the second test location “B”.

7. Rotate clockwise 1 cogging torque position and mark the third test location “C”.

8. Return fan blade to the home location (“A”) and reconnect power to the condenser fan.
9. Start the ParkSmart no-idle system and adjust settings to full cold and high blower speed.
Visually inspect condenser fan to verify proper operation. If the condenser fan is not operating,
verify for 12 volts across the red and black wires at the condenser fan plug. Also, verify signal
voltage is present at the connector. If the condenser fan has 12 volts and signal voltage but
is not working properly please carry out the service replacement procedure.

10. Once fan has been confirmed functional, shut down the ParkSmart no-idle system and disconnect
power to the condenser fan.
11. Wait until the fan completely stops running.
12. Repeat steps 9-11 for test locations B and C.
13. If the condenser fan is working properly in positions A, B, and C the diagnostic procedure is
complete. No further testing is required. Reconnect the condenser fan and reinstall the cover.
Service Replacement Procedure (Only required for confirmed failures)
1. Verify the ParkSmart no-idle system is turned off and the condenser fan power harness has been
disconnected.
2. Remove all the condenser fan mounting hardware and remove the fan from the assembly.
3. Mount the new condenser fan assembly and install the fasteners at 20 in/Ibs torque. Do not overtighten.
4. Reconnect the condenser fan and reinstall the cover.
5. Retest ParkSmart unit – follow step 9 above.

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Condenser Fan
Diagnostics

Position 1

Position 2

Fan running
properly? No

Yes

Position 2

If yes - replace
condenser fan
Fan running Is voltage and
properly? No signal okay?
If no – continue
system diagnostic

Yes

Position 3

Fan running
No
properly?

Fan is running properly,

perform normal
Yes
troubleshooting

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 DTNA ParkSmart Rev. 5 Exploded View

Prior to 10-2015

This unit has a debris pan.

Occasional cleaning is required.

After 10-2015

Cleaning Condenser: “It is recommended to clean the condenser coil every 25k
miles in the summer months with an A/C core cleaner that is approved for copper and
aluminum cores. Additionally, low pressure water can also be used to clean it. It is also
recommended to use a core cleaner that is non caustic, detergent-based alkaline coil
cleaner, biodegradable, and releases no VOCs.”

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 All system controllers!

Attention: Removing the phase harness for testing

Operating the system for troubleshooting purposes with the phase harness disconnected can result in a
locked out system.

With no active fault codes, the controller should always attempt to start the compressor up to 10 times in
a period of approx. 2 minutes; even when the phase harness is disconnected. If the controller does not
see the compressor start after 10 attempts, it will time out and stop sending voltage to the compressor.
The controller will remain in locked out mode until power is cycled. Please make sure the time does not
expire during the test procedure. If necessary, cycling the power switch off and back on will reset the
controller. NOTE: “The compressor could take up to 2 minutes to start up after the power switch has been
cycled.

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Service Instructions for Phase Harness / Cluster Block Compressor Only

WARNING: To avoid potential property damage or personal injury, Read

Important Safety Warnings and ALL instructions before attempting to install or
service product.

CAUTION: Care must always be taken to install the control cover without
bending the connector pins identified in FIGURE 1.
After the controller with phase harness has been removed from the ParkSmart unit, follow
the below instructions to replace the phase harness.
1. Remove and retain cover, (4) cover
screws, & (2) wiring grommets

Power wires route thru this

position in cover, using grommet
Phase harness routes thru this
position in cover, using grommet

Wiring grommets (2)

2. Remove (3) nuts holding the ring

terminals to the PCB

Power wires

Phase harness

Do NOT bend connector pins

while removing or replacing cover

3. Unplug 2-pin connector from

PCB and remove old phase harness Cover Screws

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 Service Instructions for Phase Harness / Cluster Block Compressor Only

WARNING: To avoid potential property damage or personal injury, Read

Important Safety Warnings and ALL instructions before attempting to install or
service product.
CAUTION: Care must always be taken to install the control cover without
bending the connector pins identified in FIGURE 1.
4. Slide (3) ring terminals of new harness
5. Secure wire terminals with (3) nuts.
over threaded posts of PCB and route
Torque to 12 to 14 in-lbs
wires as shown
Use the torque value specified!
Align each colored wire to specific
threaded post identified only.

Orange Yellow
Wire “B” Wire “C”

Blue Wire
“A”

6. Plug 2-Pin connector of new 7. Orient ring terminals and

8. Replace (2) wiring grommets,
harness into PCB route wiring harness out of
cover, and (4) cover screws
cover as shown

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Service Instructions for Phase Harness / Ring Terminal Compressor Only

WARNING: To avoid potential property damage or personal injury, Read Important Safety
Warnings and ALL instructions before attempting to install or service product.

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Service Instructions for Phase Harness / Ring Terminal Compressor Only

WARNING: To avoid potential property damage or personal injury, Read Important Safety
Warnings and ALL instructions before attempting to install or service product.

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Service Instructions for Phase Harness / Ring Terminal Compressor Only

WARNING: To avoid potential property damage or

personal injury, Read Important Safety Warnings and ALL
instructions before attempting to install or service product.
CAUTION: Care must always be taken to install the control
cover without bending the connector pins identified in FIGURE
1.

FIGURE 1

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Service Instructions for Phase Harness / Ring Terminal Compressor Only

WARNING: To avoid potential property damage or personal

injury, Read Important Safety Warnings and ALL instructions before
attempting to install or service product.
CAUTION: Care must always be taken to install the control cover
without bending the connector pins identified in FIGURE 1.

FIGURE 2

Harness routing
for ring terminal

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