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yyzav8r · 06-29-2021, 09:06 PM

Previous owner removed the two metal fans that were installed for front driver and passenger. I would like to reinstall. I can feel the wires in the old holes but easier if I can remove the panel that the fans mount on to. This is the same panel that the compass and temperature display is attached. I just can't see any screws. Anyone happen to know how how remove this panel? I'll attach a photo when back at the RV tomorrow.

Ray,IN · 06-30-2021, 08:17 AM

Those are defroster fans to help remove condensation from the inside of the windshield when driving so the driver can see ahead, they are not for occupant comfort.
They are standard equipment on vehicles with large windshields the in-dash defroster cannot be expected to keep clear.

Flyer15015 · 06-30-2021, 08:23 AM

If it were me, I would do everything i could to fish the wires out of the holes, before i pulled the header board out.
Do you have the 2 fans ?

Mike in Colorado

yyzav8r · 07-02-2021, 01:38 PM

Attached photo where I want to reinstall the fans. If I could remove this would make much easier to install fans. Yes I have both fans.

yyzav8r · 07-03-2021, 06:41 AM

Found 2 screws in the front TV compartment that allowed me to slide and access the wiring above the fans. Fished out the old wires.

Next question

there are 3 wires, green I assume is ground. My 12v Fans have positive and negative ..? Any idea what to do with ground ?

yyzav8r · 07-03-2021, 12:27 PM

Tested the wires with volt meter and wired up the fans.

Fans all installed

Tajfish · 07-03-2021, 06:17 PM

I like to aim those fans right at me, especially when driving into the sun. Nice job reinstalling them. Good luck

ga traveler · 07-03-2021, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ray,IN

Those are defroster fans to help remove condensation from the inside of the windshield when driving so the driver can see ahead, they are not for occupant comfort.
They are standard equipment on vehicles with large windshields the in-dash defroster cannot be expected to keep clear.

We were a Fleetwood dealer. I believe you will find if you research these fans that they are designed to be forward for defrost and turned around for cooling.