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Old 10-18-2004, 02:21 PM
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roof fan removal

alright, i need to remove the fan that sits up on roof console which controls the interior lighting. i know how to remove the light cover on both sides, but how do u remove the panel which lies over the fan. get this anoying buzzing sound when i driving intermittently.
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are you sure there is a fan up there? i don't think i have one.
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I know there is a microphone in a black cover there, but a roof fan. I think you are mistaken.
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There IS a fan that sucks in the internal air for some sensors or something.....
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There IS a fan that sucks in the internal air for some sensors or something.....
Foe da clizzz-imate control.....

it all snaps apart. take the light covers off and grab it to pull it down, it pops right out but sits firmly in there. Already replaced it on my E300

BTW. Also I replaced the map light with an amber bulb. Sometimes that clear map light is too strong. The amber bulb is perfect for when you need light or for the passenger and don't want it to bother you while driving at night...
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Foe da clizzz-imate control.....

it all snaps apart. take the light covers off and grab it to pull it down, it pops right out but sits firmly in there. Already replaced it on my E300

BTW. Also I replaced the map light with an amber bulb. Sometimes that clear map light is too strong. The amber bulb is perfect for when you need light or for the passenger and don't want it to bother you while driving at night...
How about a red light to let ppl know when you're free? Actually been thinking about changing mine to a cool blue color (to give errie atmostphere):v
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waht is up there is the aspirator motor,,,,just got it replaced,,,like whtiey says it used to sense the ambient temprature inside the cabin.........freaking part is expensive.....80 bucks for little dingy part....
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Did you try cleaning it first? 80 bucks is a bit steep
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steep indeed, ,my mechanic tookthe old part already and replaced it. oh well...........
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steep indeed, ,my mechanic tookthe old part already and replaced it. oh well...........
The vampire probably charged your for labor as well, that's why its so pricey - get it back and sell it yourself
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hmm, maybe i need to replace or clean mine too. i've always noticed it takes a long time for my climate control to react to the car's temperature - especially when it is cold. is it really a fan that i can see moving, or is it a little pump or something. i guess i could look for myself, but my car is out in the parking lot...
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its the size of small jewelry box that could hold , let say a ring, black...did not get to fully inspect it...but likley it has motor inside it.....

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