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Old May 1, 2006 | 11:11 AM
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I am wanting to change my 99 to the digital climate control. Is this possible by plug and play or will it take more than that?
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I am wanting to change my 99 to the digital climate control. Is this possible by plug and play or will it take more than that?
a buddy of mine tried and was told it would not work, would have to change the computer and wiring harnesses and sensors.......maybe someone else has more info....
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Thanks for the quick reply! Oh well I will just have to deal with it. Just nice to have bells and whistles.
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The manual setup is more reliable. Changing systems not practical - it is much, much more than replacing the controller.
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I may be the only person on the planet that has attempted this... First, I will say that it's not worth the trouble... To make this change you will need to change the following items:

Underdash A/C unit must be replaced complete with all vacuum lines and vacuum controls.
Underdash wiring harness must be changed to match the A/C unit.
Transmission wiring harness must be changed to match all connectors on the new underdash harness.
It may also be necessary to change the forward main wiring harness.
Add temp. sensor up near the horns.
Add the inside air temp sensor.
Add the dual zone A/C dash unit.

This is worse than changing from A4 to MN6...
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