Heater does not work

First check the heater air and combustion air blowers visually to determine that they are operating, then check that the fuel pump is working (the pump ticks audibly). If these units are working, check the glow-spark plug (at the same time check whether fuel is pumped into the heater - check at exhaust pipe).

Defective units should be repaired or replaced with new ones.

If this check shows that the heater is not working, check as follows:

Step 1: Mechanical inspection

Check all heating system units and warm air ducts as well as electrical connections for tightness, check exhaust system for damages

Possible defect	Remedy
Reduction in exhaust pipe cross section, exhaust pipes and warm air ducts loose	Replace damaged parts with new ones
Loose connection in electrical system	Tighten loose push-on connections

Step 2: Main fuse

Check 16 Amp main fuse (no current at relay terminal E)

Possible defect	Remedy
Short circuit in electrical system	Disconnect cables at relay terminals G, E and F. Install new fuse and reconnect cables individually. If fuse blows, check appropriate cables and units and replace if necessary.

Step 3: Overheating fuse

Check 8 Amp overheating fuse

Possible defect	Remedy
Overheating due to failure of heater air blower	Check heater air blower
Warm air duct blocked (fresh air and defroster vents or outlets in footwell)	Check warm air ducts for blockage
Heater flaps closed	Adjust heater flap cable

Step 4: Battery

Test battery voltage

Possible defect	Remedy
Voltage too low	Charge battery (if necessary start vehicle engine)

Step 5: Fuel pump

Warning

Disconnect cables at fuel pump so no fuel is delivered during further tests

Step 6: Relay

Disconnect cable at relay of terminal A, then reconnect cable (relay must be heard to work)

Possible defect	Remedy
Safety switch has cut in because of defect in fuel supply or ignition system	Switch safety switch back on and eliminate defect if necessary
Temperature control switch defective (open circuit)	Check temperature regulating switch and temperature sensor
Contact on heater flap lever does not close	Check contact

Step 7: Relay voltage

Measure voltage at relay terminals C, D and G

Possible defect	Remedy
If there is no voltage, relay is defective (open circuit)	Install new relay

Step 8: Heater air blower

Check whether heater air blower forces air into vehicle interior

Possible defect	Remedy
Blower fan loose	Check heater air blower and repair or replace if necessary (

Step 9: Heater air blower speed

Disconnect cables on ignition coil and connect tachometer (Chapter 1.3), then read off speed (6400-7100 rpm at nominal voltage).

Possible defect	Remedy
If speed too low, voltage drop in plug for combustion air blower motor or in relay	Test and install new relay if necessary
Armature burnt, brushes worn	Repair combustion air blower motor
Bearing or winding damage	Replace combustion air blower motor

Step 10: Glow/spark plug

Remove 16 Amp fuse. Push heater flap lever fully forward, warning lamp goes out. Unscrew glow-spark plug. Reconnect cables, install fuse and operate heater flap lever. Sparks must jump between electrode and casing and glow element must glow.

Possible defect	Remedy
Thermo switch defective (no current, glow time too short)	Install new thermo switch
Glow element open	Install new glow-spark plug
Glow-spark plug dirty	Clean glow-spark plug
Ignition contact breaker defective or maladjusted	Adjust contact breaker or replace if necessary
Ignition cable or coil defective	Test ignition system and install new parts if necessary

Step 11: Fuel pump

Turn heater off, remove pump and measure capacity

Possible defect	Remedy
Contact breaker defective or maladjusted	Adjust contact breaker or replace if necessary
Open circuit in pump winding	Install new pump
Maladjustment	Correct adjustment
Fuel hoses, filter or strainer blocked	Clean parts
Valve does not open	Replace fuel check valve. Readjust delivery capacity