heater motor problem in my 82 westy diesel

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does anyone know if there is an easier way of getting at the heater motor in a 82 westfalia diesel? When I started the engine today and went to turn on the heater fan switch, nothing happened, but a little smoke came out of the vents as though the heater motor was jammed or siezed...hope someone can help? thank you Arrow

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I would start with the switch.I had the same problem and I re wired the switch.Now the switch only has two sppeds but easier than removing dash to replace motor.I have done that too.It is not as bad AS IT SEEMS