What does the mode door actuator do?
The Mode Door Actuator controls the direction of airflow. It selects which way air flows through the different ducts. If your climate control system has lost the ability to control which vents the air comes out of, the MDA has probably failed.
How to fix mode / blend door actuator problem?
Turn on the ignition, and turn up the fan speed. Reach up with your fingers, and rotate the mode door linkage shaft to verify that it moves freely, and seems to work ok. If the door is working properly, air will come out through each of the outlet positions as it is rotated, floor, vent and defrost. You may feel some slight binding of the linkage.
How to disconnect defrost / Panel / Floor mode door actuator?
Disconnect the defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator electrical connector. Remove the 3 defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator screws. 7. NOTE: The upper rear defrost/panel/floor mode door actuator screw can be accessed through the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) opening using a swivel-type socket and extension. 8.
How does mode actuator failure affect your car?
Besides the air not blowing from the proper vents, there may be other symptoms of failure in the climate control system to be aware of. These symptoms are especially concerning when the warm summer months hit. If the problem is due to a mode actuator failing, then the entire actuator will need to be replaced to fix the problem.
How to repair a door lock actuator step by step?
Part 4 of 6: Repairing the door lock actuator Step 1: Use a razor blade to open up the actuator.. Start on the corner by slicing your razor through the seam. Warning:… Step 2: Remove the electric motor from the actuator.. Pry up on the gear and pull it out. Then pry the motor up from its… Step
Besides the air not blowing from the proper vents, there may be other symptoms of failure in the climate control system to be aware of. These symptoms are especially concerning when the warm summer months hit. If the problem is due to a mode actuator failing, then the entire actuator will need to be replaced to fix the problem.
Where is the mode and blend door actuator located?
There are three actuators which do three different things, so make sure you have identified which one is defective before buying a replacement. 1. Mode door: Mounted on end of case near driver’s right foot. Controls where airflow comes out at. 2. Blend door: Mounted on rear (tailgate side) of case roughly behind the ashtray.
Why does my door lock need to be replaced?
In most cases, the problem with a door lock actuator is limited to only one door. In some vehicles, the cable that connects the door lock actuator to the inner door handle may be built into the actuator assembly. If this cable breaks and it’s not sold separately, the whole door lock actuator may need to be replaced.