How do I change my HVAC actuator?

How do I change my HVAC actuator?

You will need a tool set including an 5.5 mm socket for Chevy, GMC, Cadillac, Ford and Lincoln vehicles.

1. Step 1: Remove the Lower Dash Panel or Glove Box.
2. Step 2: Remove the Door Actuator.
3. Step 3: Remove the Actuator.
4. Step 4: Turn the Air Door Pivot.
5. Step 5: Match the New Actuator.

Where can I find a replacement actuator for my car?

These repairs can take a little longer because more parts need to be removed to gain access to the actuator. You can use a repair resource such as Mitchell1, a paper manual found on Amazon or a resource like Google images to locate the particular area in which the actuator needs to be replacement.

How to replace an automotive blend door actuator?

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. Grasp the door pivot and move it back and forth to its full travel, it should move freely.

What happens when an actuator goes bad on a car?

An actuator can go bad in of two ways; first the electric motor can burn out rendering the unit non-responsive so nothing changes when the temperature or vent mode controls are moved. Next, the plastic gear set will become brittle and break which will sometimes allow the unit to work while making a ticking or clicking noise and then stop.

How does a climate control actuator work in a car?

They also control hot and cold settings for right and left passenger compartments. Your car’s climate control computer gives an electrical command to the actuator to start moving the actuator motor to change air direction modes. This direction is according to the temperature chosen by the driver or passenger on dual climate control systems.

These repairs can take a little longer because more parts need to be removed to gain access to the actuator. You can use a repair resource such as Mitchell1, a paper manual found on Amazon or a resource like Google images to locate the particular area in which the actuator needs to be replacement.

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. Grasp the door pivot and move it back and forth to its full travel, it should move freely.

An actuator can go bad in of two ways; first the electric motor can burn out rendering the unit non-responsive so nothing changes when the temperature or vent mode controls are moved. Next, the plastic gear set will become brittle and break which will sometimes allow the unit to work while making a ticking or clicking noise and then stop.

They also control hot and cold settings for right and left passenger compartments. Your car’s climate control computer gives an electrical command to the actuator to start moving the actuator motor to change air direction modes. This direction is according to the temperature chosen by the driver or passenger on dual climate control systems.