What is an actuator in a Jeep?

What is an actuator in a Jeep?

A/C blend door actuator in your Jeep JK is a very important part of the heating and cooling system and is responsible for controlling the temperature of the air blowing thru the vents and into the cabin. To blow heat into the cabin, the blower motor sends air through the heater core and on through the dash vents.

Where is the AC actuator on an AC unit?

The AC actuator moves air distribution doors to two or more positions to direct air flow for heating and A/C vents. The AC actuator is located underneath the dashboard attached to air distribution doors in the hvac box.

What are the symptoms of a bad AC actuator?

Air coming out from the wrong vents, clicking noises coming from behind the dashboard or not being able to control the temperature or re-circulated or fresh air mode in your car is a sign of a bad air door actuator motor. Exhaust fumes inside the cabin. What are the symptoms of a bad temperature blend door actuator?

Where is the temperature actuator on a car?

Here is a typical right side temperature actuator used for dual climate controls (also temperature for signal mode units). This actuator hangs below the box which is one of the easier units to replace. Begin by using a small screwdriver to release the wiring safety clip on the harness for the actuator.

What are the actuators on an air door?

Two wire actuators create electrical pulses when the commutator rotates across the brushes of the motor. The HVAC control head, which has pre-programmed logic and actuator end point references, counts the electrical pulses as the motor moves the door through its sweep from one end to the other end.

Are there any genuine Jeep Wrangler door actuators?

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Where can I get an AC kit for my Jeep?

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Where can I buy a Jeep Grand Cherokee a / C heater?

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Where are the actuators located on a car?

This direction is according to the temperature chosen by the driver or passenger on dual climate control systems. Most systems have three to four of these units placed in various areas around the HVAC plenum that control mode operation and will vary by the car make and model.