Freelander - Heater Blower Vibration
Bulletin Number - 0004
Issue - 1
Date - 11.03.1998
Model - Freelander
Affected Range - All vehicles prior to VIN WA 604567
Re-Issue Information
Problem -
HEATER BLOWER VIBRATION - INCORRECTLY BALANCED
Vibration through steering wheel and control pedals when heater blower is turned on. In exceptional instances, vibration can be felt through vehicle floor.
Cause
Heater blower incorrectly balanced.
Action
Replace heater blower assembly as follows:
Referring to illustrations, identify the motor end of the heater housing. View from the footwell pedal area for both RHD and LHD vehicles.
1. Separate electrical connector ‘A’ from the motor.
2. Unscrew the 3 cross-headed motor housing screws ‘B’.
3. Carefully separate the motor housing from the heater casing and extract blower assembly until clear.
Note: Take care not to disturb the demist duct from its connection on the housing.
4. Fit new blower assembly (see PARTS INFORMATION) in reverse order to above.
Parts Information
JGC 100260 - Motor assembly RHD
JGC 100270 - Motor assembly LHD
Warranty
Use Complaint Code: 7S1W
Use S.R.O.: 80.20.15
Time allowance: 0.20 Hrs
