1999 Van Questions - Diesel Forum

BretSowders · 10-14-2009, 11:33 PM

I just bought a 1999 Extended PSD Cargo, and I have a few questions. My first question is did these vans come with catalytic converters? next the heater/AC control fan only works on high wheres the resistor that everyone talks about and what size do i need? My 93 van has a block heater but I cant seem to find one this van. I haven't really looked into it but the power mirrors dont work, it maybe a fuse but I havent checked anything out. Any ideas? The last thing is the rear dome light doesnt work but the one up front does?

carringb · 10-14-2009, 11:52 PM

The resister is actually a Ford item. I'm not sure making one yourself would be worth the hassle. It is in the blower assembly.

Most common cause for power mirror failure is actually the switch on the door. Again. I paid $5 at a wrecking yard.

If rear light only doesn't work most likely just the bulb. If not, then probably the switch on the light.

BretSowders · 10-15-2009, 02:06 PM

Okay so can I just change the whole blower assembly? Thanks for all of your help do you know anyway I can locate the block heater if there is one?

carringb · 10-15-2009, 02:46 PM

You could change the whole blower, but I'm pretty sure the resistor pack from Ford is under $15. I think you pull the blower, switch the resistor pack, then put back in.

I'm not sure about the block heater. Hopefully someone else will chime in.

And no, I don't think they came with a catalytic converter.

BretSowders · 10-15-2009, 03:54 PM

Thanks for your help, I went out and fixed the light just now you were right the switch had popped off the contact point. Ill go down to the ford dealership and order the resistor pack.

blageurt · 10-15-2009, 06:01 PM

Block heater is in the oil filter / oil cooler assembly underneath the drivers side floor attached to the side of the engine . Just look at the oil filter and its above it. If you are missing the cord it is cheaper to buy the kit from Ford or these guys . . . Your Premiere Source for Ford Truck Parts and Accessories

vanboy · 10-15-2009, 07:59 PM

my 98 does not have a block / coolant heater. it did come with a catalytic converter, so did my 99 f250. so who knows?

Speedie · 10-17-2009, 10:08 AM

I have a late 99.
No catalyst
No heater