For Sale T6 Actuator arm replacement for heater controls

[993porky]

Hi @Tony P @Timul thanks for replies I have removed 2 small bolts today and the actuator still seems fixed as if there is a third fixing keeping in place bit can’t see it I’m presuming that once removed you can get out of footwell and attach new white plastic if needed then get back to footwell and struggle on putting back together,unbelievable how awkward it is trying to get in there to reach and work on it. How would you know how to attach white bit does it only fit actuato one way
thanks
Paul

 

[Tony P]

Hi Paul contact me on 07880620367 as don’t go on here much

 

[Aron]

Hi Paul contact me on 07880620367 as don’t go on here much

Hi do you still sell these?

 

[RobertO2023]

Replacement actuator arm for T6 heater controls.
Attached pic shows original white arm (not included) and a modified stronger version for a fix of a common defect.
If interested please contact Tony on 07880620367.
£35 first class signed for postage included (signature required) UK Only.

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Hi, Is this the same as the T6.1? I’m pretty certain mine has broken as now stuck on full hot
Is it a DIY job or dash out?
RobO

 

[993porky]

@RobertO2023 done mine and got hand up back of dash from pedal area but it was a right pain and a awkward job but doable and not to long to do just have plenty light to see and a head torch is a must I thought, I found get lay down comfy and I had a box and old pillar on door cI’ll with box outside van so I could sort of lie down properly so not trying to prop myself up, and take a few pics on phone for reference while looking up back off dash and also the actuator thingy, only other thing mine was a t6 so not entirely sure if it’s the same similar behind dash for access and good luck

 

[Dracs]

Guys
has anyone done a Caravelle T6 on here I’ve taken all the clocks out but still cannot see any access to get my hands in . Pig of a job , been trying all day on and off .

 

[993porky]

@Dracs I did this not a caravelle but mine is a shuttle t6 and I found it best to go up from near the pedals had a magnetic torch I could attach to something in the area to give me a good or best view possible, it’s a frustrating job and fiddling but doable, what I also did was have a make shift bench sort of thingy level with van for so I could basically lie down flat so a bit comfy with legs dangling out of drivers door on my bench thingy so back was flat and not all crunched up, hope that makes sense what I’m rambling about, once comfy and settled in not a long job at all

 

[Phil_j89]

When I replaced mine, I struggled a bit trying to reach up by the clutch pedal area. I could touch the screws, but not really do much else..

In the end, I removed the lower dash trims and gear selector mechanism, and there was loads of room to get in.

 

[993porky]

Good point @Phil_j89 mine is dsg so one less pedal in the way

 

[weety]

I've broken three now. I reckon it is a dodgy temperature sensor already replaced the actuator so potentiometer in the actuator should not be a problem. Does anyone have the locations for the temperature sensors and what their resistance should be?

Did you ever try replacing the HAVC control console on the dash?

 

[xbassyx]

you still selling these?

 

[weety]

you still selling these?

Contact Tony direct.07880620367

 

[Peggylou]

My mechanic changed the actuator and the arm. The temperature will now change but once it has been turned to a warm position it will not go back to cold.
I have taken it back a couple of times to the mechanic who frees it up but the problem reoccurs. It is now stuck on hot again!

Any suggestions as to why this is happening please. I have already taken it back twice.

 

[weety]

My mechanic changed the actuator and the arm. The temperature will now change but once it has been turned to a warm position it will not go back to cold.
I have taken it back a couple of times to the mechanic who frees it up but the problem reoccurs. It is now stuck on hot again!

Any suggestions as to why this is happening please. I have already taken it back twice.

Try disconnecting HAVC unit overnight then reconnecting. Hook up VCDS and relearn actuator stop points. Watch the actuator learning end points before refitting is critical. No point re-installing it if this isn't working okay.

 

[noclue]

Hi, Is this the same as the T6.1? I’m pretty certain mine has broken as now stuck on full hot
Is it a DIY job or dash out?
RobO

I've just got a t6.1 with this issue, can you help please? Direct me to the parts I need and any vids/photos etc of how to fix it if possible? Even how the get the dash covers off tmto get better access would be very greatly appreciated

 

[Tony P]

Hi the 6.1is different to the 6 but VW supply the same shitty quality replacement part, part no and part attached.
If you take the panel off above the pedals you can change the temperature by moving the bottom lever backwards or forwards to change temporarily ( have van running and up to temp) backwards cold, forwards hot.
Attached pics show the view as you look up to the left and should see broken arm on back of motor