1988 Honda Civic Heat Knob won't turn

Tiny
TAMELLI
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  • 1988 HONDA CIVIC
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 240,000 MILES
Today I turned my temperature dial to adjust the heat temp inside of the car and it make a sound and now it won't turn at all. What is the problem? Is it easy and inexpensive to fix?
Tuesday, June 17th, 2008 AT 3:50 PM

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Tiny
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Hi tamelli,

Does the knob now feel very loose when you twist it? If yes, then most probably its base is broken, pulling it out and replacing it should solve the problem.
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Tuesday, June 17th, 2008 AT 4:55 PM
Tiny
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No, the knob is actually fully intact no cracks or nothing. The non-movement happens from behind it, behind the dashboard.
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Tuesday, June 17th, 2008 AT 6:13 PM
Tiny
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Hi tamelli,

In that case, either the lever behind the knob is broken or the connection is dislodged.
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Wednesday, June 18th, 2008 AT 7:04 AM

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