What does this spring do under dash? 74-X (Pic)
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ng_randolph
Bjorn H
Based on wire colors and location, I would guess the connector is for the brake differential pressure switch (brake failure switch) on the pedal box.
ng_randolph
Bjorn H
It looks like the clutch pedal spring is hiding behind the connector you pointed to, so the loose spring must be something else. Could it be a return spring for one of the ventilation system doors?
Ulix
True Classic
At least some of the 74s didn‘t have the brake differential switch. They had a solid connection block without any moving parts or electrical connections.
But I can only speak for the two 74s that I have owned.
Canada Fiat
Low Mileage
I agree it looks like the clutch spring with the wire i can look it up later see what the manual does say working at the corner of the Fiat.
Dan Sarandrea (Phila)
Waitin' On Parts...
As ng stated the clutch pedal already has the proper assist spring on it, if you look directly beyond the mounting hole of the connector you asked about.
The spring you're asking about must be specific to the early cars because I don't recall any such spring in that general vicinity on the later cars. I'm with ng, my first guess would have to do with the hvac system. My second guess would be something to do with the frunk release, although that's a long shot because the frunk release handle is on the pass side on the early cars,
The spring you're asking about must be specific to the early cars because I don't recall any such spring in that general vicinity on the later cars. I'm with ng, my first guess would have to do with the hvac system. My second guess would be something to do with the frunk release, although that's a long shot because the frunk release handle is on the pass side on the early cars,
ng_randolph
Bjorn H
And for clarity, this is what I see:
BrianM
'74 - Blue Bomber
Sorry for the un-clear description. Funny how confusing even a picture can be without the proper context.
Here is is again with a better arrow pointing to the spring hanging down from the dash. It is not the stiff of a spring and I can stretch it with my fingers. is ti from the climate controls? It's not impossible it is a PO add. There are a number of changes on this car.
P.S. Thanks for the answer on the Black/white. It goes the the break bias switch. Forgot to hook it back up.
Here is is again with a better arrow pointing to the spring hanging down from the dash. It is not the stiff of a spring and I can stretch it with my fingers. is ti from the climate controls? It's not impossible it is a PO add. There are a number of changes on this car.
P.S. Thanks for the answer on the Black/white. It goes the the break bias switch. Forgot to hook it back up.
Alex(Tenerife)
True Classic
Looks a bit like the spring for the glove box cover, but it's in the wrong place. Even if its fallen its on the wrong side.
Is it attached to anything on the other side of the spring? or is it loose?
Is it attached to anything on the other side of the spring? or is it loose?
