Cappuccino poured into the air system

Tiny
AAE_KAE
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  • 2014 CITROEN BERLINGO
  • TURBO
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 200,000 MILES
Hello!

This is my first post here, I am researching for a friend of mine who isn't so mechanically savvy, it's not my car but I will likely be doing the repair.

Yesterday, a cappuccino was left balancing on the dashboard, fell over, and nearly the entire thing poured directly down into the main defrosting air vent that is beneath the windshield. Oh man, tragic and horrible but also hilarious that the whole coffee poured directly down the vent. Everything functions fine but now there is a coffee down there that will likely mold during these 35°+ days in Berlin.

2014 Berlingo (diesel)

1. Is it difficult to get to the disassemble the dashboard to get to the air hoses and clean them out?
2. Is it possible to partially disassemble the dashboard to access the vents without making the project too crazy?
3. Does anyone have a link to a detailed repair manual?
4. Is there an air filter deep in the air system that likely needs to be replaced? Perhaps there is a "catch" in the venting system like in a sink to capture things that could fall down the dashboard.
5. Is it worth it?

I wish we could just pour a gallon on water down the drain to chase it but that's likely not an option.


I'm sure it won't be too big of a hassle, but it's difficult to get too involved with big projects that could take days or weeks when you have to work in the Berlin streets without facilities or securities to leave the project open.

Thanks for your help and input!

Peace!
-AK
Monday, June 21st, 2021 AT 7:10 AM

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Tiny
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  • MECHANIC
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This is an unfortunate issue but all too common which is why it is never a good idea to set drinks on the dash. Clearly we learned that lesson the hard way here.

The next unfortunate thing is we don't have a manual on this vehicle as it is not offered here in the USA. Here is a guide that will help with replacing the heater core which will give good idea on how to take this apart:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-heater-core

Also you may be able to remove the blower motor and gain access enough to wipe out the remains.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/blower-fan-motor-works-on-high-speed-only

Please run through this material and let us know if you have other questions. Thanks
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Monday, June 21st, 2021 AT 7:45 PM

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