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Old 11-06-10, 06:16 PM
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Hello, I just purchased a 1992 SC400 w/ 63,000 miles. I have been driving it for about a month, and now I do not have any heat. When I turn the "auto" to HOT, the A/C comes on, but he fan turns off. It is going to start getting cold and I will need the heat. This is my first experience with a Lexus.....like the car, but cannot afford an expensive fix. Does anybody have any ideas?

PS...the engine temp gauge reads fine.

Thanks for the help!!
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Old 11-06-10, 09:53 PM
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Hrmm, check all connections on ac headunit? Never heard of that issue while reading up on the tech.
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here u go. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/per...rol-valve.html
Old 11-07-10, 07:34 AM
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heater control valve. fan may be a different issue.
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63000 miles ---wow u did well on that purchase---may i ask how much u paid for the car?

And is it for sale lol?

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Yes, I am happy. I paid $6500.00. It is in very good shape!! do you still think I did ok?
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Thanks Li Ls4, I finally got a chance to try your suggestion, and after switching the vacuum hoses I am getting warm in from the heat vents. I have not noticed any enging cooling changes, although when I turn the auto climate control to HOT the a/c light still comes on. Cannot figure this one out, but at least I have heat.

Thanks Again!!
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When in AUTO mode the a/c light goes on always, that´s not a problem to fix, is the way it works.
In AUTO mode when you put the heater to HOT and your fans don´t work, wait till the engine warms up and then they´ll start.
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