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inlet manifold probs-ptc heater

Hi all! well after messing about with various qwik fix solutions i decided to bite the bullet and change the head gasket.This went fine but when i removed the inlet manifold I found a connector and cable to the right hand of the bottom of the manifold but also as part of this loom there was a loose cable with a heavily corroded spade connector which looks like this has been taped up. So , my problem is, is this cable for the ptc heater and is it necessary for running or can i run without it? I am not sure if I have disrupted this on removing the manifold or if it was already disconnected. The underside of the manifold looks a bit got at-right in the centre.As always all help appreciated!

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paul s via CarKB.com
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Hi Paul!

I think you are talking about a single or multipoint injection mini? (they have these heaters in the inlet manifold)

From experience I have noticed that a lot of people accidently knock the cable off the heater when they replace the exhaust manifold and then don't really notice the difference, I think it is only really noticeable in very cold climates and only at idle, you may notice that the idle is a little dodgy with it removed whilst the engine is warming up, apart from that I don't think it makes any difference to the overall performance or reliability of the engine.

The previous owner may have disonnected it because it had shorted and the ecu threw a wobbly, try testing the resistance with a multimeter and comparing it to the service manual value to see if it is knackered!

miniman

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miniman

Hi miniman! thanks for that .aye she seemsto be running ok so no probs!! well apart from my latest post-indicator prob!!! it never ends!!

m>> Hi all!

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paul s via CarKB.com

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