Heater Control Cable - replacement tips...

[tista]

Had a heater control cable break so I set about replacing it.

To save others time, here's some helpful advice.

1: Do both of them while your at it. Just common sense and cheap as far as repairs go.

2: Replace all the parts - wire, tube and rubber grommet

3: You don't need to remove passenger seat but it would help.

4: You can slacken the e-brake with the adjusters at the rear wheels, but you don't have to.

5: Don't drop a flashlight into the tunnel while getting the new cable on.

6: If you do drop a flashlight into the tunnel - it being on will help find it.

7: Removing the shifter tower aids in this recovery, though it'll still take 30 minutes minimum to retrieve it. Cursing helps.

8: The nut and bolt that hold the wire at the flapper box is 7mm on top and bottom - it is a special bolt with a hole through it so don't lose it.

9: This will be far easier a second time. I hope never to have to do it again. Ever. Ever.

That is all. My passengers will have heat now. And I found at least 64 cents in the tunnel as well, so there's that too. Great day.

[rokemester]

I feel your pain...at least for some of your repair. Nice post!

[MrBonus]

Sounds like if mine breaks, I will invest in a warmer winter coat.

[tista]

It's not that bad - like any time you dig into your never touched 40 year old car, things are going to happen. I will say, every repair is more pleasant in the Spring - except for the fact that you want to drive!

Carry on, boys and girls. The failures are part of the fun, right?