Goodman Error Code 03: Short cycling (AC)
Goodman error code 03 on a air conditioner means: Short cycling. It is also called Goodman diagnostic code 03.
Homeowner? What Goodman code 03 means for you
Check, then call Your air conditioner is reporting: Short cycling. This is often caused by something simple. Try the safe checks below; if the code returns, book a service call before it turns into a no-heat or no-hot-water emergency.
Safe things you can check yourself
- Check the thermostat: right mode (Heat or Cool), set a few degrees past room temperature, and fresh batteries if it uses them.
- Check both breakers and the outdoor disconnect box beside the outdoor unit; all should be ON.
- Look at the air filter. If it is grey and clogged, replace it; a blocked filter causes many shutdowns.
- Keep about 2 feet around the outdoor unit clear of leaves, grass and debris.
- If you see ice on the pipes or the indoor coil, turn the system off and run only the fan for a few hours, then call a technician.
- Try one reset: turn the power off for 30 seconds, then back on. If the code comes back, stop resetting and call a technician.
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What does Goodman error code 03 mean?
Each of the last 4 run cycles lasted under 3 minutes, with no protector trip and both pressure switches closed. While this code is active the minimum compressor run time is raised from 30 seconds to 3 minutes.
Applies to: Communicating 2-stage condensers and heat pumps with the PCBHR104 or PCBHR105 outdoor control (7-segment display): ASXC16/18, GSXC16/18, DSXC16/18, ASZC16/18, GSZC16/18, DSZC16/18
Common causes of Goodman code 03
- Thermostat call dropping in and out (loose wire, bad thermostat, poor location)
- Faulty compressor relay on the outdoor control
Goodman models that use code 03
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ASXC160241ASXC160361ASXC160481ASXC160601ASXC180241ASXC180361ASXC180481ASXC180601DSXC160241DSXC160361DSXC160481DSXC160601DSXC180361DSXC180481DSXC180601GSXC160241GSXC160361GSXC160481GSXC160601GSXC180241GSXC180361GSXC180481GSXC180601
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Goodman code 03: homeowner questions
What does Goodman code 03 mean?
Short cycling. Each of the last 4 run cycles lasted under 3 minutes, with no protector trip and both pressure switches closed. While this code is active the minimum compressor run time is raised from 30 seconds to 3 minutes.
Is it safe to keep using my air conditioner with code 03?
It depends on the cause. This is often caused by something simple. Try the safe checks below; if the code returns, book a service call before it turns into a no-heat or no-hot-water emergency.
Can I reset Goodman code 03 myself?
You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Goodman code 03 comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.
Who can fix Goodman code 03 near me?
Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs Goodman air conditioners in Vaughan, Toronto and across the GTA. Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call online.
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Source: Goodman ComfortNet ASXC/GSXC/DSXC, ASZC/GSZC/DSZC, AVPTC/MBVC service manual, Unitary Diagnostic Codes PCBHR104 p.71-77 and PCBHR105 p.78-84. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.
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