Control Assembly: Service and Repair

1985 Jaguar Vanden Plas L6-4.2LSECTION Service and Repair

Temperature & Mode Microswitches

Removing

- Disconnect the battery earth lead. Remove the centre console as detailed in operation. Service and Repair





- Remove two bolts, two nuts and associated shakeproof washers (1, Fig. 5) securing mounting plate to heater unit.

- Remove three screws (2, Fig. 5) securing vacuum switches to mounting plate.

- Note positions of vacuum pipes and disconnect from switches.

- Remove circlips and locking rings (3. Fig. 5). Remove mounting plate from studs. Note position of cables and pipes on vacuum switch, and micro-switches before disconnecting.

- To change micro-switch(es), remove secure screws and nuts as necessary.

NOTE: Ensure replacement switches are of correct pattern.

- To change vacuum switch remove two screws securing mounting bracket

Refitting

- Refit mounting plate to studs.

- Refit circlips and locking rings.

- Reconnect the vacuum pipes to their correct positions on switches, and refit the three screws securing the vacuum switches to mounting plate.

- Secure mounting plate to heater unit with the fixing nuts and bolts.

- Refit the centre console.

- Reconnect the battery
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.