Air Conditioner Display Screen

[John Nordling]

Sometime in the last year I remember reading about replacing the display acreen for the air conditioner. Now that I'm ready to fix my 90 Q45t, I can't seem to find that thread on the forums!

Two quick questions:

1) How to take the dash apart to remove the display panel - Do I follow the instructions given for removing the dash on a 90-93 Q45 as posted by Daniel, or is a different procedure needed?

2) Does anyone know of a source for rebuilt display units, and whether they actually work well?

Thanks in advance for anyone's help. I have had this car apart for a year now and it is the forums and interest shown by its members that keep my interest alive!

John:)

[911/Q45]

#1-Start at the shifter console and work your way up.

#2-Jerry Tucker will fix your LED display if it's out, any other problems require a new box from Joe for $500. A used unit is as likely to be bad as your old one, or about to fail.

[Jesda]

How to properly remove the dash:http://www.nicoclub.com/forums...28201Set the parking brake before putting the shifter in D. I have a habit of forgetting that part.

You can skip the stuff about the steering wheel housing cover and such I think you only need steps 3-9.

-Jesda

[John Nordling]

Thanks, 911/Q45 and Jesda. Sounds like you both agree I don't need to do the complete routine listed by Daniel. That will make things easier. I could use a little of that.

The air conditioner was operating fine when I purchased the car, only the display didn't work. I'll just assume that is the problem and take it from there if a replacement doesn't work.

Now, how do I get in touch with Jerry Tucker???

[maxnix]

http://www.jerrytucker.net

[Q451990]

Here's another link to tell you how to remove the climate control unit. Just replace "remove screws for radio" with "remove screws for climate controller" and you've got it!

http://carstereohelp.com/stere...o.htm

Heath

[John Nordling]

Thanks, manix. I'll contact Jerry tomorrow. You guys are just great for us novice DIYers.

Q451990 - I'll be trying your advice on Saturday. Many thanks to you too.

John

[Chally]

Yes, it's pretty easy. Just be careful with the ash tray, as it can be very brittle. After the facia is off, you'll be suprised just how easy it is.