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Old 10-14-2013, 10:18 AM
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When I select where I want the heat to go ie: floor, def, etc. it is only blowing through the defroster. Now is that wire controlled? And how do I get that panel off to check it out?
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Vacuum leak somewhere in this system:
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Thanks. I'll look into this
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Found the problem. Now just have to figure out where it goes inside and replace it.
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Fixed it with some airline tubing.
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Originally Posted by Sean112280
Fixed it with some airline tubing.
Yeah, I was gonna say just to splice it with some regular vacuum hose. Nothing like a nice easy fix, especially on a jeep.
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Originally Posted by carbuff
Yeah, I was gonna say just to splice it with some regular vacuum hose. Nothing like a nice easy fix, especially on a jeep.
Yea huh. 10 min fixes don't normally happen...lol
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Now wasn't that easy?
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Sure was! Thanks for the help
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