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01 General data and specifications02 Engine (Twin Spark, JTD and V6)03 Clutch04 Gearbox (manual, Selespeed and Q-System)05 Front axle06 Brakes, ABS and traction control07 Steering08 Suspension and wheels09 Heating, air conditioning and washers10 Electrical equipment11 Body12 Body panels and reinforcement13 Wiring diagrams14 Connectors and pin-outs15 Wiring harnesses16 Fault diagnosis17 Special tools
Alfa Romeo 156 Factory Service Manual (1997-2002)16 · Fault diagnosis
16 · Diagnostics

L56 Heater recirculation not working

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
156 Factory Service Manual
Year
1997–2002
Section
Climate control › L56 Heater recirculation not working
Fault diagnosisL56 Heater recirculation not working

L56 Heater recirculation not working

The recirculation function is not working properly

StepTest procedureResultAction
1RECIRCULATION MOTOR ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT CHECK

Check, in order:

  • air recirculation
  • air recirculation control
  • connection between air recirculation motor and control

(Wiring diagram E6010 HEATER ).

OK

Move onto step 2

Connections not correct
  • Restore the connections

End of diagnosis

Motor defective

End of diagnosis

Air recirculation control defective

End of diagnosis

2CHECK CORRECT OPERATION

Check that the fault is no longer present

OK

End of diagnosis

Fault persists

Incorrect selection of diagnostic procedure

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