FIAT

DUCATO
minibus
Wheelbase 4035 / Rear overhang 1000 - 1380

O.E. cab A/C system

+
Rear air distribution ducts A/C system

User, maintenance and spare parts manual

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SUMMARY PAGE

Notes / Legend 1
A/C system codes / General description 2
Operation 4
Performances / Maintenance 5
Main components layout 6
Electrical wiring diagram 7
Electrical components layout 8
Electrical components images 9
Cooling circuit lauout 12
Spare parts 13
Rear evaporators 13
Rear roof condenser 14
Mounting set 16
Air distribution ducts 19
Covers set 27

NOTES
In the following first table are listed the codes of the complete A/C units with their description. In the second table are
shown the main components that are part of the complete system, including also the ones not supplied by Autoclima
(original FIAT).
The indications which refer to the RIGHT and to the LEFT are written considering the drive direction of the vehicle.
Wheelbase: 4035 mm
Rear overhang: 1000 mm – 1380 mm

LEGEND
A/C = Air conditioning system complete.
Rear evaporators = Two blowered evaporators positioned at the back sides in the ceiling of the passenger compartment.
Front evaporator = O.E. evaporator unit positioned in the cabin inside the dashboard.
Rear roof condenser = Condensing unit positioned on the rear above the roof of the vehicle.
Mounting set = Set of components for connection, support and fastening of the main components of the system. All pipes
and their fittings are included in this set.
Ducts = Includes right and left ducts for the conveyance and distribution of air inside the passenger compartment and the
accessories.
Covers set = Includes cover and finishing plastics of ducts and evaporators.
Adapter kit = O.E. parts including compressor, support bracket and belt.

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A/C SYSTEM

A/C codes and description

A/C code Rear overhang Description

Original equipment cab A/C system (FIAT)

12121504.1BEF 1380
+

Rear air distribution ducts A/C system (AUTOCLIMA)

12121505.1BEF 1000 +

Original equipment adapter kit (FIAT)

Main codes

Rear Front Rear roof

A/C code Mounting set Right duct Left duct Covers set Adapter Kit
evaporator evaporator condenser

12121504.1BEF 20201433 (orig. FIAT) 30301229MG 60600641MG 20297101BEF 20297086BEF 68681019BEF (orig. FIAT)

12121505.1BEF 20201433 (orig. FIAT) 30301229MG 60600643MG 20297103BEF 20297102BEF 68681019BEF (orig. FIAT)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The air conditioning system developed for Ducato Minibus looks like a successful integration between the functions
of heating, cooling and dehumidification carried out by the original unit into the dashboard and those of ventilation and
cooling of the passenger compartment generated by the rear unit provided.
Each side rear evaporator installed under roof inside the minibus is equipped with 1 electric centrifugal blower that
draws cooled and dehumidified air from the evaporator and conveys in the distribution duct supplied with the system.
The distribution of the air in the passenger compartment, carried out through ducts, has been studied to obtain a
pleasant microclimate for the occupants. A series of fixed louvers cools the side windows and send the air towards the
central corridor, other air diffusers are placed on top of the ducting; in addition, the ducts can be customized with
different variants of nozzles with the possibility to be oriented, adjusted or closed by the passengers, according to their
preferences. The upper part of the ducts can be used for the storage of small luggage.
A powerful electroventilated roof condenser is added to the original front condenser. Its position permits a ventilation
with clean air and reduced maintenance.

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OPERATION

In order to switch the cabin

A/C on, it is necessary to
press the A/C button shown
in the picture.

In order to switch on the passengers compartment

system, it is necessary to rotate clockwise the knob that
controls the ventilation speed selector, that allows to
start the electric blowers of the evaporators, by choosing
1 of 3 possible ventilation speeds; in case of higher
speed, the system works with higher efficiency.

Please note: the passengers compartment ventilation mode is always possible but the cooling mode can be activated
only if the cabin A/C is on.

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PERFORMANCES

NOMINAL COOLING
NOMINAL AIR FLOW POWER CONSUMPTION
CAPACITY

Rear evaporators 6 kW + 6 kW 650 m3/h + 650 m3/h 16 A (12 V) + 16 A (12 V)

Cabin evaporator 4 kW 300 m3/h 20 A (12 V)

MAINTENANCE

After 1.500 Km, from the A/C system installation, a general inspection must be carried out, particularly check that the
screws and bolts fastening the compressor, condenser, evaporators and their brackets, are tightened.

Optimal performance of the air conditioning system depends on regular maintenance.

Before removing the cover of the electric-fan condenser for maintenance and cleaning, disconnect the vehicle battery.

During the cleaning of the system, protect the electrical components.

If the air conditioner is used in very dusty environments, maintenance should be more frequent.

At the beginning of each season, inspect each component of the system, including electrical components, to ensure that
no anomalies have occurred.

It is necessary to make a periodic general check and in particular, make sure that screws and bolts holding the
compressor, evaporators, condensers and filter are properly tightened.

At the beginning of hot season, we recommend to check the correct operation of the system. Usually, a lack of
coolant reduces the performances. If necessary, a cycle of recovery, vacuum and refrigerant refilling can be done. In
case of severe coolant lack, before recharging, find out the leak point and repair it.

In case of important repairs it is advisable to replace the receiver drier. This operation is essential when the system is
left open for a long time or it has accumulated humidity inside it.

At least twice a year, clean the condenser coil by blowing with compressed air. Do not damage the fins. Increase the
frequency of this operation in case of muddy or dusty roads. At the same time, inspect the proper working of the
condenser fans. Consider that the cleaning of the condenser and the inspection of the right ventilation are very
important operations. As a matter of fact, a very dirty or non-ventilated condenser, reduces the conditioning system
performances and shortens the compressor life and can lead to the breakdown of the compressor or of its
electromagnetic clutch.

Twice a year, check the tension of the compressor belt; if it is worn out, replace it by one of the same type.

Once a month switch the air conditioning system on for at least 15 minutes to maintain a proper state of lubrication of
the compressor; this should be done also in colder seasons.

The A/C system operates with refrigerant HFC R134a. The optimal charge is 2600 grams of R134a.

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MAIN COMPONENTS LAYOUT

1
1
3

6 6

AUTOCLIMA components 4

FIAT components
5

1) Rear evaporators
2) Front evaporator
3) Rear roof condenser
4) Front condenser
5) Compressor
6) Air distribution ducts

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ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAM

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS LAYOUT

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ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS IMAGES

Ventilation speed selector Ref.1

Red wire of
wiring supplied
Ref.2
Brown / White wire
and connector of Ref.3
wiring supplied

O.E.
connector

Ref.2

O.E.
connector Ref.3

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Ref.5
Relais
and

Ref.4
Ground
point

Drive way Drive way

Ref.6
Solenoid valve

Rear right evaporator

Ref.7
Drive way

Drive way

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Ref.8
Roof condenser
fans connectors

Ref.9
Pressure switch
connector

Ref.10
Pressure switch

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COOLING CIRCUIT LAYOUT (mounting set code 60600641MG - 60600643MG)

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SPARE PARTS

Rear evaporators code 20201433

AUTOCLIMA
Description Q.ty
code

20205411 Evaporator unit 2

AUTOCLIMA
Description Image Q.ty
code

20220106 Electric blower 2

20215128 Expansion valve 2

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Rear roof condenser code 30301229MG

AUTOCLIMA
Description Q.ty
code

30305266MG Condenser unit 1

Assembled condenser coil

Condenser unit

AUTOCLIMA
Description Image Q.ty
code

30310104.1 Condenser coil 1

30315184 Electric fan 2

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60652019 Receiver drier 1

60656001.1 3-levels pressure switch 1

Shaped hose (from condenser to receiver

30340014 1
drier)

30330461 Condenser cover 1

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Mounting set code 60600641MG - 60600643MG

AUTOCLIMA
Description Image Q.ty
code

Complete G6 hose (5/16”) L.215 (from

60640485 receiver drier of rear roof condenser to 1
fitting plate)

Complete G6 hose (5/16”) L.800 (from

60603611 1
fitting plate to solenoid valve)

Complete G6 hose (5/16”) L.550 (from

60603606 1
solenoid valve to right rear evaporator)

Complete G6 hose (5/16”) L.2600 (from

60603231 1
solenoid valve to left rear evaporator)

606401028 Complete G6 hose (5/16”) L.7050 (from

(only for mounting fitting plate to O.E. shaped hose arranged 1
set code
60600641MG)
for rear evaporator)

606401037 Complete G6 hose (5/16”) L.6650 (from

(only for mounting fitting plate to O.E. shaped hose arranged 1
set code
60600643MG)
for rear evaporator)

Complete G8 hose (13/32”) L.220 (from

60640486 1
fitting plate to rear roof condenser)

606401027
(only for mounting G8 hose (13/32”) L.11380 (from O.E. front
1
set code condenser to fitting plate)
60600643MG)

606401036
(only for mounting G8 hose (13/32”) L.11760 (from O.E. front
1
set code condenser to fitting plate)
60600641MG)

90° block fitting (for 606401027 /

60645007 1
606401036 hose)

606401026 Complete G10 hose (1/2”) L.3850 (from

(only for mounting rear right and left evaporator to G12 hose 1
set code junction)
60600641MG)
606401026.1 Complete G10 hose (1/2”) L.4250 (from
rear right and left evaporator to G12 hose
(only for mounting 1
set code
junction)
60600643MG)

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G12 hose (5/8”) L.6150 (from T junction

606401117 G10 hose to O.E. shaped hose arranged 1
for rear evaporator)

60650724 Special fitting (for 606401117 hose) 1

60650730 T junction (for G6 hoses) 2

60650815 End tang (for O.E. G6 hose) 1

60677046 Sleeve for end tang 1

60650412 Fitting plate 1

60654303 Electrical wiring 1

20225022.2 Solenoid valve 1

2025555404 Ventilation speed selector

+ + 1
7070355004 Ring nut

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20255136 Knob 1

20275080 Controls label 1

4,5
2027003302 Drain water hose
m

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Air distribution ducts

Example of right air distribution duct

with support brackets

Senso di marcia

Example of left air distribution duct

Senso di marcia
with support brackets

Left air distribution duct (lenght 3364) code 20297086BEF (vehicle with rear overhang 1380)

AUTOCLIMA
Description Image Q.ty
code

20290695 Lights opaline (length 3364) 1

20260189 Single lights / speakers wiring 1

60670562 Lamp 5W 12V 7

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20299017 Multiset light / air 5

20299018 Speaker Ø 100 2

20299019 Grid Ø 145 for speaker Ø 100 2

20299014 Air diffuser 4

20290871BEF Complete end duct 1

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Right air distribution duct (lenght 2282) code 20297101BEF (vehicle with rear overhang 1380)

AUTOCLIMA
Description Image Q.ty
code

20290723 Lights opaline (length 2282) 1

20260195 Single lights / speakers wiring 1

60670562 Lamp 5W 12V 5

20299016 Singleset light / air 3

20299017 Multiset light / air 1

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20299018 Speaker Ø 100 1

20299019 Grid Ø 145 for speaker Ø 100 1

20299014 Air diffuser 3

20290871BEF Complete end duct 1

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Left air distribution duct (lenght 3000) code 20297102BEF (vehicle with rear overhang 1000)

AUTOCLIMA
Description Image Q.ty
code

20290694 Lights opaline (length 3000) 1

20260188 Single lights / speakers wiring 1

60670562 Lamp 5W 12V 6

20299017 Multiset light / air 4

20299018 Speaker Ø 100 2

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20299019 Grid Ø 145 for speaker Ø 100 2

20299014 Air diffuser 3

20290871BEF Complete end duct 1

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Right air distribution duct (lenght 1918) code 20297103BEF (vehicle with rear overhang 1000)

AUTOCLIMA
Description Image Q.ty
code

20290696 Lights opaline (length 1918) 1

20260190 Single lights / speakers wiring 1

60670562 Lamp 5W 12V 4

20299016 Singleset light / air 2

20299017 Multiset light / air 1

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20299018 Speaker Ø 100 1

20299019 Grid Ø 145 for speaker Ø 100 1

20299014 Air diffuser 2

20290871BEF Complete end duct 1

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Covers set code 68681019BEF

AUTOCLIMA
Description Image Q.ty
code

20290741BEF Top left cover 1

20290742BEF Bottom left cover 1

20290743BEF Top right cover 1

20290744BEF Bottom right cover 1

20265945 Air distribution duct support bracket 5

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Telefax (011) 944.32.30
10020 CAMBIANO (TO) Italy
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