My X-Fire has developed the on again off again heater fan problem. With the switch on, nothing happens, then 5 minutes later it blows for maybe 2 minutes, then goes off again... then 20 minutes later it comes back on, if I am lucky for 5 minutes. I AM GETTING REAL TIRED OF DRIVING WITH ONLY MY BUTT WARM! So, in searching the forum, sounds to me like the Blower motor resistor is the most likely problem-
So, who has found one at a reasonable price? Ebay currently has nothing, and the best I have found so far is $262. I will carry a blanket with me and drive with the windows open before I pay that much...
Who has had better success? Also if someone has posted a step-by-step, my nimble fingered son will be more inclined to help me out.
Thanks,
Technochallenged I guess
105k miles and counting, my sweet everyday driver.
DDuck

 

I feel for ya man! Same thing was wrong with mine! Lucky for me though I had the Extended warranty that covered it! Yeah, mine happened this summer, so for about a min I would get a blast of cold air and then shut it off! You should have saw me when it did kick in! I was on my air vents like a moth was to a porch light! Wish ya good luck finding your part! Mike

 

I replaced mine about 2 months ago and paid $146 including shipping. I spoke to Gary Hurst at www.buyMBParts.com A genuine new part. Easy to replace and since you are down there, you might want to consider replacing your cabin air filter. Good luck!

 

Guns-
I will call him tomorrow! Lucky for me that our weather is unseasonably warm still.
Thanks
DDuck

 

Guns- thanks a million. I talked to Rusty there, he sent me the part (BEHR, just like the one I took out) for the 320 Mercedes. $154 as advertised, to the door. I did find the need to reuse the red wire from tho old regulator, as the one on the new part was kinda short. Also, I found it easier to remove the blower motor complete, replace the regulator (2 screws) and replace the entire unit. It was much easier to get the screwholes lined up with the entire unit, it was easy to mark how it went in with a piece of tape before I removed it. Good mechanic- 45 minutes- me- 2 hours!

On the road again!... and fixed just in time for the fall weather.
This is my everday driver, 105 k and counting, and it's getting too wet out here in Washington for motorcycles!

Thanks again.

 

could someone take a photo of the resistor assembly so I could see what it is looking like. Thanks Woody

 

Glad I could help! Also glad to see Xfires getting some good mileage. Cheers!

 

I had exactly the same problem. Blower unit had a mind of it's own. Thanks to all the postings regarding the issue it has now been fixed. Took about 30 mins to replace. Need a torx driver to remove the mounting screws.

Images attached

1 Shows cover clips and cable connection
2 Shows resistor block in place
3 Shows resistor block removed

link to parts page

Your Parts Search Returned 1 Part(s)

 

Crossers your photos look like its going to be very helpful however I'm not a car guy. Can you take a topical photo I cant even find where photo #1 would be located. I bought the resistor already just need to locate.

Thanks.

 

You may be waiting a while. Crossers last logged on in August 2010.

 

It would be on the passenger side, behind glove compartment.
Download a service manual here.

https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...ollection.html

 

thanks guys!

 

I found this on eBay for $66 and free shipping to the US. They ship all over the world, just ask for the cost.
Mercedes Benz E430 E50 E55 AMG SLK320 Blower Regulator - eBay (item 270682046186 end time Jan-17-11 17:28:08 PST)

 

Hi mate i have just pulled out my fan motor Very easy to get out 10 min. I had the same problem and after a good inspection i found that the comutator brushes in the fan motor were worn out ( Not the resistor)
Please check the length of your brushes to ensure they are touching the comy. It is a simple process just remove the two screws on the top of the fan motor and the who plastic piece will come leaving you with the motor and fan. You will see two clips holding the brushes in just pry of and check your brush length. The clips just press back on . If you are not sure what the lenght should be . The brushes should be at least one half inche in lenght. YTou may have an auto elect mate who could look for you only takes a couple of mins. Regards Roy

 

Did you find it OK?

PS Still about - tend to nosey the forum from work so don't always log in.

Crosers

 

FYI - Attached copy of service steps for removal & installation of the blower motor resistor per 2007 XFire Shop Manuals.

 

Having the same problem. This forum is wonderful for this sort of thing. For those of you who experienced intermittent fan operation and who had a bad blower resistor, did the fan operation change when you adjust fan settings? When mine is off, it's off regardless of fan speed dial position.

 

Just replaced my Blower motor resistor. Very easy to do. Took about 1 hour. Found step by step instructions in this forum. Purchased Mercedes C CLK SLK Blower Regulator Fan AC Resistor NEW (#260768199607) from DeluxeChrome items - Get great deals on Replacement Car Parts, Chrome Auto Accessories items on eBay Stores! $79.95 delivered. I was having the same intermittent problem with my fan as most people have complained about. I have a 2005 Crossfire Roadster. Fan now blows perfectly. It's no longer available at that seller but this person has them: Mercedes C CLK SLK Blower Regulator Fan AC Resistor NEW | eBay

Fits the following vehicles:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Base Convertible 2-Door 5.5L 5439CC 335Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Base Coupe 2-Door 5.5L 5439CC 335Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor Convertible 2-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Supercharged
2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK32 AMG Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Supercharged
2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Coupe 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 Base Convertible 2-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Base Coupe 2-Door 5.5L 5439CC 335Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor Convertible 2-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Supercharged
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK32 AMG Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Supercharged
2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Coupe 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 Base Convertible 2-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 Base Coupe 2-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Base Convertible 2-Door 5.5L 5439CC 335Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Base Coupe 2-Door 5.5L 5439CC 335Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor Convertible 2-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Supercharged
2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK32 AMG Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Supercharged
2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Coupe 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 Base Convertible 2-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 Base Coupe 2-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG Base Coupe 2-Door 5.5L 5439CC 335Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor Convertible 2-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Supercharged
2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2000 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Sedan 4-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Supercharged
2000 Mercedes-Benz C280 Base Sedan 4-Door 2.8L 2799CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2000 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG Base Sedan 4-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Coupe 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 Base Convertible 2-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 Base Coupe 2-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor Convertible 2-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Supercharged
1999 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Sedan 4-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Supercharged
1999 Mercedes-Benz C280 Base Sedan 4-Door 2.8L 2799CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG Base Sedan 4-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Convertible 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Coupe 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK430 Base Coupe 2-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor Convertible 2-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Supercharged
1998 Mercedes-Benz C230 Base Sedan 4-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1998 Mercedes-Benz C280 Base Sedan 4-Door 2.8L 2799CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
1998 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG Base Sedan 4-Door 4.3L 4266CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK320 Base Coupe 2-Door 3.2L 3199CC V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor Convertible 2-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Supercharged
1997 Mercedes-Benz C230 Base Sedan 4-Door 2.3L 2295CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 Base Sedan 4-Door 2.8L 2799CC l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1997 Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG Base Sedan 4-Door 3.6L 3606CC l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1996 Mercedes-Benz C220 Base Sedan 4-Door 2.2L 2199CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1996 Mercedes-Benz C280 Base Sedan 4-Door 2.8L 2799CC l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1996 Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG Base Sedan 4-Door 3.6L 3606CC l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

 

Anyone know what size torx that is?

 

All the screws require a size T20 on both the blower motor & resistor.