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A5

A5 - Heating or freeze protection active

Daikin · Air Conditioning

What does A5 mean?

The air conditioner is in a protection mode, either for heating or to prevent freezing during cooling.

Common Causes

  • Poor airflow.
  • Short circuit.
  • EEV (Electronic Expansion Valve) issue.
  • Incorrect refrigerant charge.
  • Indoor coil sensor has an incorrect value.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Check and clean the air filters of the indoor unit.

  2. 2

    Ensure there are no obstructions to airflow around the indoor unit.

  3. 3

    Verify the indoor coil sensor is properly connected and undamaged.

  4. 4

    Contact a qualified technician for checks on EEV, refrigerant charge, and airflow.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

A0A0 - External protection activeA1A1 - Indoor PCB failureA2A2 - Malfunction of freezing protection
Source: Daikin Air Conditioning
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