Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2013 17:56:55 -0400
Reply-To: Paul van Dyck <plvandyck@MSN.COM>
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From: Paul van Dyck <plvandyck@MSN.COM>
Subject: Re: Switch Question
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Lever knobs will have to come off as well, and the aforementioned anti-seize
on those isn't a bad idea. After 5+ years of winging it in the dark, I
replaced all dash lights with some snappy green led's when I had to put in a
new fan switch. Took about a 1/2 hour. Mikes comment about using tenderness
with the plastic parts is good advice for all parts on our vans.
Paul
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From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Jeff Palmer
Sent: Tuesday, August 13, 2013 12:02 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: Switch Question
Maybe it makes sense to replace the bulb at the same time so you don't have
to go back in?
Do you also have to take off the lever knobs or do you have enough room just
taking off the panel?
ThanksJeff
> Date: Tue, 13 Aug 2013 11:53:25 -0400
> From: jimogul70@GMAIL.COM
> Subject: Re: Switch Question
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>
> Thanks. What I needed to know.
>
> Jim
> On Aug 13, 2013, at 11:07 AM, MICHAEL H <vwdash80@YAHOO.COM> wrote:
>
> > Jim - if it's the main fan control switch, with the levers, the first
tool you will need is patience. the fascia panel is held to the dash by 4
pins that break incredibly easily. after you pull the fan speed knob, use a
butter knife from either end and slowly pry the panel about a 16th of an
inch at a time alternating ends. if a pin breaks, it can be epoxied back
onto the panel. when replacing the fascia, use a dab of anti-seize on the
pins so you can pull the panel easier when you have to go back in for the
light bulb. the secondary fan switch (rear heat) pops out far easier with
just a flat bladed screw driver. h t h good luck ! mike
> >
> >
> > ________________________________
> > From: James Ogul <jimogul70@GMAIL.COM>
> > To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> > Sent: Tuesday, August 13, 2013 10:40 AM
> > Subject: Switch Question
> >
> >
> > Maybe an easy question from a novice. How do you change out the fan
control switch on the dash board (85 Wsty). Does it pull out from the front
or do you have to get at it from the back?
> >
> > Thanks
> > Jim
> > 85 Westy
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