Center dash / Blower controls mk3 T2

[jims-terrano]

Actually there’s a temporary fix on the resistor but the problem is that the part that fails is suspected to be a thermal cut out so bridging it with solder and wire is possibly asking for trouble. I think I would happily trust that fix for a few days to see me through until a replacement arrives knowing I had to keep an eye on it. It was exactly a year since my last one went and I just happened to have a spare in the garage so was happy to get on with it half in the rain. Once you identify the part it’s actually easy. Can’t quite remember if it is a torq or cross head screws that hold resistor into the heater box.

If you struggle to identify it take a photo and post on here.

As for the bulbs, yes the panels have to be removed but you can replace the bulbs without having to move the control unit, just a bit fiddly but easier than disconnecting all the rods and cables.

 

[johnb5177]

Jim,

Thank you again for the sound advice, I will endeavour to effect a permanent fix, rather than a temporary solder job.

It is a pain, not having any cover to work under, I do miss having the barn......:doh

 

[jims-terrano]

Don’t know if this is of any ise but it’s from when I replaced mine, seemed like two different types but both are interchangeable.
http://www.nissan4x4ownersclub.com/forum/showthread.php?t=29215

Also a point Raised is check your pollen filter too, the resistor needs free air flow and if the pollen filter is restricting air flow it can cause the thermal cut out to fail.

 

[johnb5177]

Given that I changed the pollen filter about 2 years or so ago, I imagine it could bear checking.

I will check, but I think there is a download for that job, as I don't have a clear memory of that job.......:nenau:doh

 

[jims-terrano]

Yes theres a download for that too, this place is pretty cool isn’t it.

 

[johnb5177]

Oh yes, what a place absolutely brilliant. I checked out the filter replacement download, and reminded myself of the task.....:thumb2

I have ordered a new pollen filter anyway, no harm for the price. I think I may well remove the glove box anyway, to make better access to the resistor, and change the filter.

Excellent Jim.......:clap

 

[jims-terrano]

You are not going to believe this. Got into the 3 litre truck today to take it out for a drive first time it has moved in a month due to my condition and I thought it was odd windscreen misting up amd sure enough blower only working on number 4 :doh

Anyhoo dug out my old one from last year and my soldering iron. Will do a temporary fix and replace tomorrow as I’ll be due another operation soon so doubt I’ll get chance to replace for a while. I’ll not be driving for at least 6 weeks after the op so the poor truck will be laid up.

And yes glove box removed will make life very easy.