Reliant Kitten Estate, Workshop Manual

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Lever valves control both temperature and distribution. The
temperature of the air is controlled by mixing warm and cold air in
proportion within the heater unit. The centre vent on the fascia, also
regulated by the levers, can deliver hot or cold air as required.
Operation 1 Heater unit - removal & replacement
To remove
1. Remove the fresh air pipe from the stub on the bulkhead.
2. Drain the cooling system (Section E).
3. Loosen the jubilee clips and remove the coolant hoses from
the heater pipes at the bulkhead.
4. Remove the centre console trim panel (Section R) .
5. Remove the two screws securing the centre console to the
fascia.
6. Remove the two wing nuts securing the centre console
moulding to the body.
7. Prise the three air hoses from the air chamber on the top of
the heater unit.
8. Remove the gear lever cover secured by four self-tapping
screws. It may be necessary to peel back the drive shaft carpet to gain
full access.
9. Remove the gear lever (Section G) .
10. Remove the four nuts, bolts and washers securing the
heater assembly to the bulkhead and withdraw the unit.
The heater assembly can now be further dismantled for replacement
of radiator, seals etc.
Operation 2 Blower unit - removal & replacement
To remove
1. Remove the fresh air pipe from the heater blower.
2. Remove the front grill/headlamp bezel (Section Q).
3. Disconnect the battery.
4. Disconnect the wiring from the blower motor.
5. From within the air duct, remove the three nuts and lock
washers securing the blower unit to the body.
6. Withdraw the heater body, complete with rubber
mountings.
Replace in reverse order.
The heater motor is replaceable and is secured to the blower case
with nuts and washers.