jonathanpeters1
C30 Heating Defrost Flap Error
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A 2006 Volvo C30 owner experienced low heating output and an error related to the defrost air distribution flap. The issue was suspected to be caused by a defective cable or plug connection. After consulting with another owner who had a similar problem, it was suggested to check the HVAC unit for loose connections or damaged wiring. The problem was resolved by a mechanic who identified and fixed a faulty connection, restoring the heating function.
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jonathanpeters1 (community.author)
Thanks for the quick reply! You mean pulling apart the dashboard to get to the HVAC unit? Is that a big job? And what exactly am I looking for - loose connections, damaged wiring?
benfriedrich18
Yeah, accessing the HVAC unit involves removing parts of the dashboard. It's not exactly a walk in the park. I'm no expert, but I would recommend taking it to a trusted workshop. They'll diagnose the exact problem and give you a quote. Could be a simple fix, or maybe a bigger issue with the air circulation. It cost me 95€ to fix this issue.
jonathanpeters1 (community.author)
Thanks for the advice! I took it to my local mechanic, and you were right - it was a faulty connection. 95€ later, the heating is working perfectly again. Appreciate the help!
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benfriedrich18
I had something similar happen in my C30, though I didn't check the error codes. The heating was weak, especially on the defrost setting. Have you checked the HVAC unit behind the dashboard panel? It might be worth a look before you assume the worst.