i have the exact same problem. the hose comes from around the heater core area but i dont know where the otherend goes
Don't know what vehicle you have but most HVAC controls operate from a vacuum supply from the engine. I would start with checking the vacuum supply connections under the hood. They could be cracked or disconnected.
The temperature actuator motor controls the flow of air through the heater core. The motor is located under the driver's side dash, above the transmission tunnel. It's a little difficult to get to, but not bad. Check heatertreater.net for pictures and what to check for on the actuator motor.
On the right side under the dash. - If it has automatic controls, If it is manual controls, it is behind the controls in the dash, the knobs connect to it.
Check for a heater flow valve in the heater hose they can rust shut easily it is a valve in the heater hose that opens when you turn on the heat and shuts when its not in use, if not then probably the core is plugged a radiator flush might help but you may need to have it cleaned and repaired.
The heater and air conditioning fan fuse can be found in the fuse box. The fuse will be in the first column, second from the bottom.
Don't know what vehicle you have but most HVAC controls operate from a vacuum supply from the engine. I would start with checking the vacuum supply connections under the hood. They could be cracked or disconnected.
By make and model number.
Yes, the overhead heater controls do light up.
There may have been some water left in the heater core when you disconnected both hoses at the firewall. I can't think of any other explanation since there is no water circulating through the heater core.
You have a vacuum line disconnected probably under the hood. The HVAC controls are operated by vacuum and when there is no vacuum it system goes into defrost mode.
Loosen the dash and pull out the complete heater box after you have disconnected the heater hose from the firewall...........
The circuit is open. Wires could be disconnected/damaged or the heater element is burned out.
To get to the bulb for lighting the heater controls, the front panel will have to be removed. Depending on the type of vehicle, the knobs might have to be popped off first. It is also possible on some vehicles to get to the lighting for the heater controls from under the dash.
Blocked heater core, faulty heater valve, disconnected connection to the heater valve.
Did the controls themselves stop working or just the lights behind the control panel? First thing would be to check the fuses that control these accessories. If the fuses are okay, I would then suspect the wiring behind the dash to have come disconnected or loose.
The heater matrix, also known as a heater core, is usually replaced if found defective. They can be repaired, but is usually cost/performance prohibited.
If it is defective it will need to be replaced.