When I was trying to move the level that controls how hot or cool the air is and it snapped. The heater control knob is still there but it can't be used. Looking closer, I can see where it broke. I was told by my mechanic that in order to fix just the knob, they would have to replace the control head unit at a cost of $588.
I had found a website that sells Acura OEM parts and they have this same knob listed for less than $9. When I mentioned this to the mechanic, he said that you can't replace just the knob. Without my approval, he orders the $400 control unit. When I said that I did not want it, I got charged $40 for a restocking fee.
Right now, I am able to use a nail file to control the temperature which is not ideal but it works. It is certainly a lot cheaper.
Here is a picture from the site that sells the knob. It is #9 on the list.
[img:da654664fa]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/19214_heat_control_switch_1.jpg[/img:da654664fa]
I had found a website that sells Acura OEM parts and they have this same knob listed for less than $9. When I mentioned this to the mechanic, he said that you can't replace just the knob. Without my approval, he orders the $400 control unit. When I said that I did not want it, I got charged $40 for a restocking fee.
Right now, I am able to use a nail file to control the temperature which is not ideal but it works. It is certainly a lot cheaper.
Here is a picture from the site that sells the knob. It is #9 on the list.
[img:da654664fa]http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/19214_heat_control_switch_1.jpg[/img:da654664fa]
Jun 12, 2009 at 5:37 PM