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AC/Heat Control Unit interchangeable?

Old Mar 1, 2016 | 02:45 AM
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Default AC/Heat Control Unit interchangeable?

Are the basic (3 dial and two button) control panels interchangeable with the digital control panels on a 2003 Gr Cher Lar?



I have this basic style





can I upgrade to this style?
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Old Mar 2, 2016 | 02:21 AM
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Unfortunately, no. The heater/AC unit is different as well. Most of the problem lies with the blend door being 2 sections with separate stepper-motors controlling them. I suppose it can be done, but it would be expensive.
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Old Mar 2, 2016 | 12:20 PM
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A word of advice - I have the limited edition that you are trying to upgrade to and I recently changed my blend doors (to repair them) and it is a PITA. If you want to do it right you have to take out the entire dash, release the coolant and Freon. Not worth it for this upgrade. As long as there is heat - let it do its thing.
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Old Mar 3, 2016 | 06:40 AM
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Well said! Listen to this guy. Be glad what you've got works! There's no misery worse than no heat at -20*F!
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Old Mar 3, 2016 | 11:20 AM
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I would have to agree with the advice given, be happy with what you have that works.
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