front heater matrix/box
Posted: Mon Apr 14, 2014 1:33 pm
Hi all,
Got a serious issue with hot/cold mixer flap on the heater distribution box under the centre of the dash,a previous owner has sheared off the connecting arm which fits on to the mixer flap spindle and is the interface with the actuator for temperature control,the location of this is in the passenger footwell.Having spent a time looking at the answer to this and engaging a vehicle mechanic,the solution seems to be to replace the heater distribution box as a whole,as it contains four flaps for directional airflow and hot/cold distribution.
Problem is that I can't seem to be able to locate a replacement box from anywhere,I am awiting feedback from Ian M regarding availability of a new box but suspect I would be able to get a usable box from a Bongo that is being broken for spares,not having much luck locating one.
Any help/advice much appreciated,either on how best to effect this repair or where I can source the necessary parts.
Thansk
Kev Parnham
Got a serious issue with hot/cold mixer flap on the heater distribution box under the centre of the dash,a previous owner has sheared off the connecting arm which fits on to the mixer flap spindle and is the interface with the actuator for temperature control,the location of this is in the passenger footwell.Having spent a time looking at the answer to this and engaging a vehicle mechanic,the solution seems to be to replace the heater distribution box as a whole,as it contains four flaps for directional airflow and hot/cold distribution.
Problem is that I can't seem to be able to locate a replacement box from anywhere,I am awiting feedback from Ian M regarding availability of a new box but suspect I would be able to get a usable box from a Bongo that is being broken for spares,not having much luck locating one.
Any help/advice much appreciated,either on how best to effect this repair or where I can source the necessary parts.
Thansk
Kev Parnham