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Fonzey: /* Installing Lotus modification kit */

2020-01-09T10:53:21Z

Installing Lotus modification kit

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	== Installing Lotus modification kit ==		== Installing Lotus modification kit ==
	Ugraded resistor pack kit, which includes two plates (heater matrix and blower) with one having the new resistor pack hidden on the back. Pack also has jumper cable, replacement protective material and rivets. Front Clam needs to be removed to fit this.		Ugraded resistor pack kit, which includes two plates (heater matrix and blower) with one having the new resistor pack hidden on the back. Pack also has jumper cable, replacement protective material and rivets. Front Clam needs to be removed to fit this.

			EDIT: The image below seems to show the foam stuck to the wrong side of the fan blower plate. Reading the TSB for this install suggests that it goes with the recesses parts over the studs on the reverse side, to seal the plate to the plastic blower unit.

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	Image:resistor pack 001.jpg		Image:resistor pack 001.jpg

Widetyres: /* DIY Replacement via service panel (non a/c only) */

2015-12-17T13:16:20Z

DIY Replacement via service panel (non a/c only)

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	'''4. Replace resister pack'''		'''4. Replace resister pack'''
	[[Image:07resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|left\|80px]]		[[Image:07resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|left\|80px]]
	Resistor pack is attached with two screws (one you cant get at without removing the wiring). You might need to cut the wiring from the existing mass of molten/corroded connectors and attach new red female crimps. You might be able to salvage the existing shrouded female crimps if you simply cut/snap off the entire male connector from the old resistor pack, soak the crimp in plusgas/wd40 and then extract the remains of the male connector with snipe nose pliers. Once replaced rewire as shown. For additional peace of mind, consider a liberal application of grease over the connectors to prevent/delay future corrosion.		Resistor pack is attached with two screws (one you cant get at without removing the wiring). You might need to cut the wiring from the existing mass of molten/corroded connectors and attach new red female crimps. You might be able to salvage the existing shrouded female crimps if you simply cut/snap off the entire male connector from the old resistor pack, soak the crimp in plusgas/wd40 and then extract the remains of the male connector with snipe nose pliers. Once replaced rewire as shown. For additional peace of mind, consider a liberal application of grease over the connectors to prevent/delay future corrosion. Additionally, consider drilling 2 x 6mm holes in the bottom of the tub (1 at front, 1 at back, 6cm from either edge) beneath the blower to provide some drainage (as per lotus service bulletin).
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AndyKay: second part name needed to have the words 'resistor pack with'

2010-11-29T11:41:59Z

second part name needed to have the words 'resistor pack with'

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	*Resistor pack part number: A117P6000S		*Resistor pack part number: A117P6000S
	*Modification kit part number: A120P0148S		*Resistor pack with Modification kit part number: A120P0148S

AndyKay: added info about difference between rover and toyota engined cars

2010-11-29T11:40:49Z

added info about difference between rover and toyota engined cars

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	Any loss of single, multiple or all fan speed controls indicates resistor pack failure. You may loose a single fan speed setting earlier than another, but the most common connection to fail first is the motor feed leading to an abrupt loss of all speeds. You may also notice a burning smell inside the car because as the connections corrode they go 'high resistance' melting and burning the plastic shrouding.		Any loss of single, multiple or all fan speed controls indicates resistor pack failure. You may loose a single fan speed setting earlier than another, but the most common connection to fail first is the motor feed leading to an abrupt loss of all speeds. You may also notice a burning smell inside the car because as the connections corrode they go 'high resistance' melting and burning the plastic shrouding.

	Dealers may suggest this fix requires them to [[remove S2 front clamshell]], but the following guide will show how it's possible to replace the pack through the passenger service panel.		Dealers may suggest this fix requires them to [[remove S2 front clamshell]], but the following guide will show how it's possible to replace the pack through the passenger service panel on Rover engine cars only. Toyota engined cars need the clam removed due to the Brake Servo in the way of the heater/resistor pack, so cannot be accessed from the front service panels.

	Lotus have released a modification kit which relocates the resistor pack inside the heater matrix, avoiding future corrosion, but this will require the removing the front clamshell.		Lotus have released a modification kit which relocates the resistor pack inside the heater matrix, avoiding future corrosion, but this will require the removing the front clamshell.

Arisutea: /* Installing Lotus modification kit */

2010-07-28T10:23:07Z

Installing Lotus modification kit

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	== Installing Lotus modification kit ==		== Installing Lotus modification kit ==
	Ugraded resistor pack kit, which includes two plates (heater matrix and blower) with one having the new resistor pack hidden on the back. Pack also has jumper cable, replacement protective material and rivets.		Ugraded resistor pack kit, which includes two plates (heater matrix and blower) with one having the new resistor pack hidden on the back. Pack also has jumper cable, replacement protective material and rivets. Front Clam needs to be removed to fit this.
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	Image:resistor pack 001.jpg		Image:resistor pack 001.jpg

cocjh1 at 22:45, 28 February 2010

2010-02-28T22:45:28Z

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	Image:Respack2.JPG		Image:Respack2.JPG
	Image:MotorFeedBurntOut.jpg\|Motor feed gone high resistance, due to corrosion, and burnt out.		Image:MotorFeedBurntOut.jpg\|Motor feed gone high resistance, due to corrosion, and burnt out.
			Image:InsideResisterPack.jpg\|Resister pack taken apart. It's just a crude coil assembly giving resistance.
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paulc: condensed 2 related pics into one step

2010-02-28T12:40:19Z

condensed 2 related pics into one step

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	'''1. Remove obstructions above heater unit'''		'''1. Remove obstructions above heater unit'''
	[[Image:01resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|left\|80px]]		[[Image:01resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|left\|80px]]
	Remove front access panels, radiator shroud panels and washer bottle. You '''might''' need to remove the heater pipes as circled, though try it and see. There is one pipe each side and a bit of coolant will come out, not a lot. Make sure car isn't running!		[[Image:02resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|right\|80px\|Possibly remove]]
	~~{{clr}}~~		Remove front access panels, radiator shroud panels and washer bottle. You '''might''' need to remove the heater pipes and jubilee clips as circled, though try it and see if they're in the way. There is one pipe each side and a bit of coolant will come out, not a lot. Make sure car isn't running!

	~~[[Image:02resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|left\|80px]]~~
	~~Possibly remove jubilee clips and pipe, one each side, but only if they're in the way.~~
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	[[Image:03resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|left\|80px]]		[[Image:03resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|left\|80px]]
	[[Image:04resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|right\|80px\|Aluminium bracket]]		[[Image:04resistorchange.jpg\|thumb\|right\|80px\|Aluminium retaining bracket]]
	As viewed from passenger side front wheel, detach white plug to heater flap, unscrew and remove aluminium bracket and unclip heater from blower.		As viewed from passenger side front wheel, detach white plug to heater flap, unscrew and remove the aluminium retaining bracket and unclip heater from blower.

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paulc: /* Installation of Lotus Exige S2 heater fan fix : Cars with Aircon */

2010-02-28T12:32:48Z

Installation of Lotus Exige S2 heater fan fix : Cars with Aircon

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	== Installation of Lotus Exige S2 heater fan fix : Cars with Aircon ==		== Installation of Lotus Exige S2 heater fan fix : Cars with Aircon ==
	Requires : 1 x Heater fan resistor replacement package (Elise S2) (A120P0148S)		Requires : 1 x Heater fan resistor replacement package (Elise S2) (A120P0148S)

	Time : Around six hours to complete this job. Clamshell removal is the starting point.		Time : Around six hours to complete this job. Clamshell removal is the starting point.

paulc: captions

2010-02-28T12:32:25Z

captions

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	Image:clamshell off.jpg		Image:clamshell off.jpg\|Clamshell off
	Image:S2Pipework.jpg		Image:S2Pipework.jpg\|Pipework
	Image:Flooded.jpg		Image:Flooded.jpg\|Flooded
	Image:Fan Panel.jpg		Image:Fan Panel.jpg\|Resistor block modification - fan plate installed
	Image:Assembled.jpg		Image:Assembled.jpg\|assembled heater matrix and new resistor pack
	Image:Holes drilled.jpg		Image:Holes drilled.jpg\|Holes in HVAC chamber drilled
	Image:Fan in.jpg		Image:Fan in.jpg\|Heater Fan in place
	Image:S2installed.jpg		Image:S2installed.jpg\|Kit installed and mounted into HVAC chamber
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paulc: pic desc moved into text

2010-02-28T12:27:53Z

pic desc moved into text

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	== Installing Lotus modification kit ==		== Installing Lotus modification kit ==
			Ugraded resistor pack kit, which includes two plates (heater matrix and blower) with one having the new resistor pack hidden on the back. Pack also has jumper cable, replacement protective material and rivets.
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	Image:resistor pack 001.jpg		Image:resistor pack 001.jpg
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	Image:resistor pack 005.jpg		Image:resistor pack 005.jpg
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	== External links ==		== External links ==
	* http://www.scottishelises.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=16457		* http://www.scottishelises.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=16457
	* http://forums.seloc.org/viewthread.php?tid=198779		* http://forums.seloc.org/viewthread.php?tid=198779