I've noticed this difference. When on Defrost, does the system ignore that
cold engine lockout switch?
----- Original Message -----
From: "Otis Davidson" <otisdavidson@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <mailing-list@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2002 1:01 AM
Subject: IML: Autotemp II Problem. (was: Blower problem)
> That "cover" pops up. It is held on by clips. Just make sure it doesn't
hit
> the windshield when you pop it up.
>
> The fan-motor/blower operates only on Defrost? Was this the car that you
> recently replaced the Water Valve on?? There are 2 vacuum connections on
it
> for the Cold Engine Lockout Switch feature. The only way the blower should
> operate in Lo-Auto or Hi-Auto (not Defrost) is if the 2 vacuum connections
> are connected properly and with proper vacuum. The Cold Engine L-O Switch
on
> the Water Valve lets the fan turn on when the temp of the coolant rushing
> thru the valve is above 125'F. My AutoTemp II kicks on when the coolant
> reaches 140'F....unless I have it set on Defrost,that is.
>
> Steve from Albany,N.Y.
> '75 Imp 4dr <--with working AutoTemp II
> '79 440 powered 35 ft RV <--appears to have some of the Chrysler Load
> Leveler parts on it. I see the vac-powered compressor,reserve tank...and
> there are retractable jacks underneath?? Hmmmm.