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Old 10-06-2023, 09:05 AM
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Default Trying to figure out how to remove fan switch

My fan only worked on one speed. Wondering how to remove switch without breaking something.

I tried pulling the part you push with your finger to adjust fan speed, but it's either stuck or not meant to be removed.
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Old 10-06-2023, 02:10 PM
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I'd check the heater resistor first for open elements.
Which speed is working?

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If only the high speed is working, chances are it’s the resistor.

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Old 10-07-2023, 08:32 AM
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It's been a while since I took it out of the car. I had a spare that I installed, but I think the second speed was not working. Thanks

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If everything thing is working with the spare switch, then it’s not the resistor.

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Old 10-07-2023, 11:13 AM
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My fan only worked on one speed. Wondering how to remove switch without breaking something.

I tried pulling the part you push with your finger to adjust fan speed, but it's either stuck or not meant to be removed.
I just changed one on my 70 GTO project. That part that you are talking about has to come off to remove switch. Using a pliers I wiggled it off very slowly. Chances are it will crack. I cracked the first one I did. Luckily my parts car had one and I was able to wiggle it off with no damage. Ames might sell new ones. Good luck.

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I just changed one on my 70 GTO project. That part that you are talking about has to come off to remove switch. Using a pliers I wiggled it off very slowly. Chances are it will crack. I cracked the first one I did. Luckily my parts car had one and I was able to wiggle it off with no damage. Ames might sell new ones. Good luck.

Thanks, I found the part. I'll try to get the chrome/plastic end off without breaking.

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If everything thing is working with the spare switch, then it’s not the resistor.


True. Prior to posting this I didn't even know about the resistor. Learned something new. Again lol.

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Wouldn’t hurt to take a look at the resistor. Should be on the right side of the AC suitcase near the POA valve. . Two screws hold it in.

If a heater car, it’s located on top of the heater housing inside the car.

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Wouldn’t hurt to take a look at the resistor. Should be on the right side of the AC suitcase near the POA valve. . Two screws hold it in.

If a heater car, it’s located on top of the heater housing inside the car.
Thanks, will do.

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