[Fiero+Solstice]

My 2006 Solstice (build #37) encountered this failure. With the Air Conditioner on with the Temperature Control turned to Max Cold (to the left), the Air Conditioner worked. Moving the Temperature Control just one click (to the right), max HEAT, no air, was provided. The service invoice stated, "31714 found feed back voltage from temp actuator was out of range. Added 68 ohm resistor to ckt 1688 behind hvac control module per doc 2199072. Hvac temp control working properly at this time."

Labor was extensive, as the dash needed to be pulled, etc.

Has anyone else had this issue?

Of course my car is out of warranty. There is no current recall.

 

[The_Ghost]

My 2006 Solstice (build #37) encountered this failure. With the Air Conditioner on with the Temperature Control turned to Max Cold (to the left), the Air Conditioner worked. Moving the Temperature Control just one click (to the right), max HEAT, no air, was provided. The service invoice stated, "31714 found feed back voltage from temp actuator was out of range. Added 68 ohm resistor to ckt 1688 behind hvac control module per doc 2199072. Hvac temp control working properly at this time."

Labor was extensive, as the dash needed to be pulled, etc.

Has anyone else had this issue?

Of course my car is out of warranty. There is no current recall.

I had a similar situation on my Mustang. Only difference was it was setting 1. The resistor went bad on the blower motor. Luckily it was accessable right under the dash.

 

[TomatoSoup]

There's a TSB for this, so yes, lots of folks experienced the issue.

See: http://www.solsticeforum.com/forum/f12/c-intermittent-failure-63714/#post964737

 

[Big TJ]

There's a TSB for this, so yes, lots of folks experienced the issue.

See: http://www.solsticeforum.com/forum/f12/c-intermittent-failure-63714/#post964737

You replied to Fiero+Solstice about his Temperature Control Problem, with "There's a TSB for this". I am having this problem and I was wondering what a TSB is?

Thanks

Big TJ

 

[Big TJ]

My 2006 Solstice (build #37) encountered this failure. With the Air Conditioner on with the Temperature Control turned to Max Cold (to the left), the Air Conditioner worked. Moving the Temperature Control just one click (to the right), max HEAT, no air, was provided. The service invoice stated, "31714 found feed back voltage from temp actuator was out of range. Added 68 ohm resistor to ckt 1688 behind hvac control module per doc 2199072. Hvac temp control working properly at this time."

Labor was extensive, as the dash needed to be pulled, etc.

Has anyone else had this issue?

Of course my car is out of warranty. There is no current recall.

Yes, I just changed out the battery and this Same Temperature Control Problem started.

 

[BellaVerde]

Great help! Even after all these years...Thanks

 

[a_bartle]

Mine started after a new battery install as well ('08 Sky, which I also had to take to the stealership to have it re-programed as well), wonder what the connection is. I have not torn into it yet to solder in a resistor, hoping that I don't have to "entirely" remove the dash to get at the climate control module. I already changed the actuator motor with a new one, still did not fix the problem (I was hopeful...but...).

My thread at the Sky forum: Access to climate control module... - Saturn Sky Forums: Saturn Sky Forum

 

[JohnWR]

This could also be a calibration problem, especially if it is related to the battery being disconnected.

Important: Do not adjust any controls on the HVAC control assembly during self-calibration. If interrupted, improper HVAC performance will result.

1) Turn ON the ignition with the engine OFF.

2) Turn the Temperature dial all the way to the right.

3) Turn the blower control dial all the way to the right.

4) Turn the mode position dial all the way to the left.

5) Simultaneously press and hold the A/C and Defrost buttons until the LED's start to flash.

6) Once the LED's stop flashing, calibration is complete.

 

[a_bartle]

Thanks John, but unfortunately for me, I've already tried the re-calibration... a couple of times. Still did not correct the problem.

 

[kinggatsby]

Not sure what post it was, but here was my post regarding similar issue:

easy fix at Part Source for resistor and harness kit


I too just experienced same thing. Could feel cold come out of vent, but no blower!
Took dash apart, pulled harness, and found the exact same connector burnt!
Went to GM dealership in Burlington, they had the red piece of harness, and five clips, plus resistor for $91 plus tax. I didn't want to be pulling old ends out, or cutting and getting shorter leads, so passed and went to Part Source in Burlington to see what they had. For $86 plus tax, it was the red end of the harness including about 8" of wiring intact, and 5 wire connectors plus the resistor. I liked that I had the extra wiring so not straining to reconnect with shortened wires.

For anyone looking, they have a Dorman Products Blower Motor Resistor kit. Product sku is 973-510. Took me half an hour to fix harness, and plug in. Fingers crossed, turned the key, and hit the AC and it was ALIVE! Now I can drive again in this 30 degree plus humidex for a feeling of 40 degrees Celsius weather with my roof up!

 

[kinggatsby]

https://www.google.ca/search?q=burn...YWTF8uMjwSB_6xY#imgrc=YuQG2nIerWu6SM:&spf=198

 

[JohnWR]

Thanks John, but unfortunately for me, I've already tried the re-calibration... a couple of times. Still did not correct the problem.

It took four or five tries to calibrate my '08 after a battery replacement. I would try it some more, if only because it is free and easy. Hardware failure at the same time as a power loss seems too coincidental to me, but it is certainly possible.

 

[a_bartle]

It took four or five tries to calibrate my '08 after a battery replacement. I would try it some more, if only because it is free and easy. Hardware failure at the same time as a power loss seems too coincidental to me, but it is certainly possible.

John,

I think I did try it 2, maybe 3 times, but I will try it again (several times!) because I'd like nothing more than NOT having to tear apart the dash to get at the climate control module...

I'll let you know my results, haven't gotten the car out from winter storage yet.

Thanks...
Art

 

[a_bartle]

John,

Just wanted to post an update, I got the Sky out for the first time this year, went to a car show in St. Ignace. Before I left, I did the re-calibration... 5 or 6 times, and I'm happy to report, it worked! So as of right now, my heater is working correctly.