johntiger9
Mini Clubman rear ventilation problem
Summary of the thread
A 2021 Mini Clubman is experiencing issues with the rear ventilation system, including an error message and inadequate air conditioning performance. The problem is suspected to be a defective cable or plug connection to the rear ventilation flap. The suggested solution involves checking basic components like fuses and wiring, but ultimately, taking the car to a shop for professional diagnosis and repair is recommended. The issue was resolved by repairing the cable to the flap motor, restoring the automatic climate control functionality.
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johntiger9 (community.author)
Yeah, 'rear air distribution malfunction' is about as useful as a screen door on a submarine. Honestly, messing with the car HVAC system without proper tools or knowledge can be a real headache. Given what you've described, and the predicted cost is reasonable, I'd seriously consider taking it to a shop. They'll have the diagnostic tools to pinpoint the exact issue with the rear ventilation flap and fix the cable or plug connection properly.
willi_silver1
Good call on checking the basics. I did a quick visual inspection, but didn't dive too deep. The error code is pretty generic, something like 'rear air distribution malfunction'. Any tips on where to find the flap motor or the wiring harness for the rear ventilation? Is it accessible without tearing the whole interior apart?
johntiger9 (community.author)
Update on this rear vent issue on my Clubman. Turns out the cable to the flap motor was indeed the culprit, just like you suspected. A quick repair at the shop, and my automatic climate is back to blowing cold air again. Thanks for the help!
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willi_silver1
Rear ventilation flap huh? Sounds like a pain. If the air conditioning isn't cooling, and you've got an error stored, a dodgy connection makes sense. Electrical gremlins are the worst! I'd start by checking the basics - fuses, any visible damage to the wiring harness. Does the error code give you any more specific info?