Inadequate Removal of Fog or Ice

1982 Chevrolet Caprice V8-305 5.0L VIN H 4-bblSECTION Inadequate Removal of Fog or Ice

AIR DOOR DOES NOT OPEN/DEFROSTER DOOR DOES NOT OPEN COMPLETELY

1. Check cable and/or vacuum control operation.
2. Incorrectly installed and/or adjustment of air control or defrost cable.

OBSTRUCTIONS IN DEFROSTER OUTLETS AT WINDSHIELD

1. Remove any obstructions.
2. Loose or damaged instrument panel pad cover at defroster outlet.



RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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