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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 04:11 PM
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Can't seem to figure out what this chrome switch is in my '71 Coupe - right above the seat belt light. It clicks when you move it back and forth, but it doesn't seem to do anything. It's not mentioned in the owner's manual. I'm sure it's something obvious, but what??
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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 04:17 PM
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It opens/closes the flapper behind the two air vents above it
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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 06:45 PM
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On my car, it activates the explosive bolts holding the T-top in, then ignites the rocket propelled seat. I don't use near as much as I thought I would.
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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 07:11 PM
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It opens/closes the flapper behind the two air vents above it
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Yes, it opens and close those A/C vents. If it is connected.
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Originally Posted by myk7
On my car, it activates the explosive bolts holding the T-top in, then ignites the rocket propelled seat. I don't use near as much as I thought I would.
I replaced a light switch cover in my gun room (yes, I have a gun room) with a red 'emergency shut off switch' cover plate. People look at it...put their finger out....draw back and look at me in hesitation. I just say "try it....see what happens".....nobody ever touches it....
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Thanks - mine doesn't appear to be connected - maybe I'll consider the ejector seat upgrade
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