VOLVO V70 CLASSIC - VOLVO V70 CLASSIC HEATER FAN

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Wed 2 Jun 2010 16:06
VOLVO V70 CLASSIC - VOLVO V70 CLASSIC HEATER FAN - DAVEHP

I have a 2000 Volvo V70 classic 170bhp; the heater fan on the air conditioning has suddenly stopped blowing; the electrics seem ok.
I am getting conflicting advice:
1) That if the gas is low, the heater fan automatically stops blowing, and that re-gassing will cure it. Is this correct?
2) That the heater fan requires a new motor, for which I have been quoted £370 including VAT but excluding labour to fit - is this a rip-off, where can I get it done cheaper?

Answers to one or both queries much appreciated, thanks.

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Wed 2 Jun 2010 18:27
VOLVO V70 CLASSIC - VOLVO V70 CLASSIC HEATER FAN - Peter D

No the aircon does not shut the fan down but a diagnostic scan will help you. if a code

Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) CCM-0001

Comes up then the fan/brushes may well be worn out.

Regards Peter

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Thu 3 Jun 2010 12:08
VOLVO V70 CLASSIC - VOLVO V70 CLASSIC HEATER FAN - Peter D

The fan and power control unit are an the passenger side behind the glove box. You should check the fan is free to rotate by removing the pollen filter and spinning the fan. If afterwards the fan works again then it would indicate that the brushes are worn. Regards Peter

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