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franziskawalter94

Mini climate control issues

Alright, 2012 Mini gurus, I'm pulling my hair out here! The climate control in my Mini Roadster has gone completely haywire. Error memory shows a fault with the rear ventilation flap, and the AC is blowing hot air. I'm suspecting a dodgy cable or plug connection to the component. Anyone else run into this HVAC repair nightmare?

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lisaphoenix5

Whoa, sounds familiar! I had something similar happen with my Mini. The air circulation went bonkers, and the automatic climate was totally useless. Did you check the flap actuator itself? Is it making any weird noises?

franziskawalter94 (Author)

Interesting! When you say 'similar', was it also the rear ventilation flap? And where exactly is that actuator located? I've been poking around, but haven't had much luck finding it. Is it easy to get to?

lisaphoenix5

Yep, rear ventilation flap for sure. I couldn't find it myself, honestly. I poked around a bit, got frustrated, and just took it to a workshop. They sorted it out pretty quick. I'd say save yourself the hassle and let the pros handle it. Could be the flap actuator itself, but probably just a loose connection like you suspect.

franziskawalter94 (Author)

You were spot on! Took it to the workshop, and it was indeed the rear ventilation flap actuator cable. 95€ later, and the climate control in my Roadster is finally blowing cold again. Thanks a lot for the heads-up!

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