Almost a fire!!

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Chris Drummond
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Almost a fire!!

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Having arrived back home this afternoon from an enjoyable day at Gaydon I decided to check the oil on my 3.2 Carrera. I left the engine idling for a few minutes to check the oil.

Oil OK but moving to the front of the 3.2 I noticed (and smelt) smoke coming from the grill in front of the wipers. Quickly turned engine off :!: Smoke and smell slowly went but concerned about what's happing. Have removed the grill and had a good look round. Have also had a good look at the wiring under the dashboard (both drivers and passengers side) and can't see anything amiss such as burning or burnt wiring.

Drive up to Gaydon and return - 160 miles no problems. I assume this problem may only arise when the engine's idling. I have noticed recently that the heater blower comes on almost at will for a few seconds then goes off - not sure if this is normal or not.

Any thoughts? Blower motor gone? Wiring that I can't see on inspection?

Thanks in advance.
C
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