How to replace the entire blend door casing and Mount?
I have replaced the actuator as well as tried to fix the mount of the blend door, but each spring is broken and the door wont move for the third year in a row! How can I replace the entire enclosure so it will work like new?
How long does it take to repair a broken blend door?
On most vehicles, the repair can be completed in less than an hour. HeaterTreater kits are currently available for a range of Ford, Jeep, Dodge, Lincoln-Mercury, Chevrolet and Mazda trucks, vans, SUVs and passenger cars. Consult the HeaterTreater website at www.heatertreater.net for complete vehicle coverage information.
Why does my Blend door keep breaking down?
The root cause of most blend door problems is the overstress on the blend door during this calibration process. The plastic doors break over time, like bending a coat hanger back and forth.
Can a broken blend door cause an air conditioner to stop working?
A broken blend door may cause erratic heater and air conditioner operation on a range of vehicles. The solution to this problem may be less involved than previously thought. Heater and air conditioner blend door failure is a common problem on many popular passenger car, truck, SUV and van models.
How to turn a blend door on and off?
Insert actuator shaft into A/C air temperature control door and secure A/C electronic blend door actuator to A/C evaporator housing with four retaining screws. Install electrical connector to bracket on A/C electronic blend door actuator. Install instrument panel insulator and console panel if equipped. Connect battery ground cable.
What happens when you replace the actuator on a blend door?
Once all of the mounting screws have been removed the actuator should become loose. Grasp the actuator and pull it from its mount to remove. Before installing the new actuator it’s a good idea to manually turn the blend door in both directions to ensure it is not stuck which will cause the new actuator to fail.
Can a heater be removed from a blend door?
If the door is stuck the heater plenum with need to be removed and the problem resolved before installing the new unit. To test the blend door operation and too double check that you are changing the correct actuator motor turn the blower motor on and work the door in each way. You will be able to feel the air change temperature or vent level.
What to do if your blend door blower is stuck?
If the door is stuck the heater plenum with need to be removed and the problem resolved before installing the new unit. To test the blend door operation and too double check that you are changing the correct actuator motor turn the blower motor on and work the door in each way.