Can you convert 406 with the analog climate control unit to Auto?

[dexter895]

I have a 406 EW7 with LX trim. It comes with analog climate control unit with knobs etc. Is it possible to convert it to a standard auto unit?

[steve_earwig]

Possible? Yes. Easy? Nope. As far as I remember it's run by the BSI so... new BSI/ECU combo, sensors, flap motors, wiring loom, new overhead console to take the tiny little fan thing... Buy another car as a donor?

I'd stick with the knobs, bowden cables can't strip gears...

[GingerMagic]

Yeah, the thought of climate control is tempting, and all my 406s to date had it, but it's a bit noisy, starts on its own accord and is more of a gimmick to me.

Stick with the rotary dials, easier to use, less to go wrong even if it looks a little cheap in comparison.

As Steve said, it's possible to change but it's far more work than simply swapping a few parts over.