You are a lifesaver! I am a 60 year old woman and was able to replace the mode door actuator in my Ford Escape by watching your video. Didn't have to dismantle the gas pedal in the Escape. I had to run back inside a couple of times to watch a part of the video again, especially how the little red locking clip went back in the plug. I now have defrost and floor air again in my car. Thank you so much!!
You saved me $1200, I told the Ford dealership what was happening and that was the quote they gave me. 28 bucks and 15 mins and a neck/headache later, no more clicking. Thank you so much.
VERY VERY helpful as many threads on you tube suggest Temperature Blend Actuator replacement which is behind the radio in the middle console, but when YOUR PROBLEM is normal air temps but only from the defrost vents and floor it is NOT the temperature BLEND Actuator but IT IS THE HVAC MODE DOOR ACTUATOR. I have a 2012 F-150 Platinum Model and it just went from fine to no air at all to the dash and rear seat console and just to the floor and defrost and that is the symptom of the failure of the AC Mode Door Actuator found on the drivers side of the console just above the accelerator pedal. I am NOT a mechanic but was able to change the MODE Door Actuator Ford YH 1818 or Dorman #604241 From Advance Autoparts for $35.00 and removed the Accelerator pedal with (3) #13mm screws and just pushed it to the side then with a small socket wrench 1/4 inch drive and and extension 4 inch (needed) I removed the actuator itself and tested it by pushing the metal rod attached up and down and replaced it and Voila...The vents all worked again including the dash and rear console which had no flow before... Thanks AKJeeper you saved me a bundle and your video was top notch and well done. Keep making them for us "common non-mechanic folks" By the way I took it to a dealer and made an appt. but the service manager was nice enough to tell me it was not a VACUUM line problem but likely the MODE Door Actuator so his advice helped me find this thread....
Thank you very much!! All the research I did this had me taking out the entire dash or the center console. As soon as I saw your video I realized I’d been looking at the wrong ones. I ordered the part and will replace it when it gets here!!
Exactly what I needed! Ford gave me the wrong part and argued with me about it. Told me I'm watching too many TH-cam videos! He is not watching enough!!! Once I pulled the part it looked exactly like the one in the video. Ordered the part number you provided in the video next day from Amazon and took the wrong part back to Ford. Being a large and not very flexible guy I had a difficult time just figuring out how I was going to even see what I was doing and reach that far up under the dash. I figured it out and it works great now! Thanks!!!
Great video! I have a 2014 FX4 with the power pedals and everything here was exactly what I needed to do. Took me around 30 minutes to complete and that was mostly just finding a way to move around the seat and upside down under the dash.
Great video. A great help. I have a 2014 fx2. It’s not necessary to remove the gas pedal but I can see how that would make it easier. Took me around 45 minutes. Thanks for taking the time to video your work.
Came across your video today while searching for one to help with the change out of my actuator and just wanted to say thanks for the post. After looking through a few this was the most helpful and easiest way to go about the change out. Again thanks.
Awesome video! This fixed the annoying click that occurred when I unlocked and turned off my 2014 F150. Turns out a gear tooth inside the actuator was chipped.
My truck is a 2008 F-150 XLT and except for my gas pedal being mounted with 10mm bolts and the Mode Door Actuator assembly being held on with 3 8mm bolts, this video is spot on and i was able to replace the part in about 20 minutes with a hand ratchet. Everything is working great! Thanks for the well done video
I'm glad to hear that this video was applicable to your 2008 F-150. Thanks for posting up information regarding the bolt sizes for your truck, and thank you for leaving feedback on the video. Much appreciated!
Dude thank you!!!! I have a 2013 F150 5.0 Supercrew. Replaced the one behind my stereo but didn't fix my issue. I always had great heat and cold air....just had the loud annoying clicking noise when switching between heat and cold air. Weeks of trying to find out if I had to pull my entire dash or not. Sounded like it was clicking up top by the windshield. Found your video and sure enough, the sound was from this actuator here. Replaced today and more clicking noise!! Thanks again. I owe you!!
Thanks for posting this vid. It helped me replace the actuator on my 2013 F150 and get the vents working again. It was a pain getting to the actuator but once you get access it goes smoothly
I'm so glad I found this video. I have a 2014 F150 super crew platinum. That clicking noise was driving me crazy ! I had the new part for about a month, but was dreading taking the seats and console out to get to it. All I can say is, If you don't want to spend $900 or more to have the dealership replace it . Please follow this video ! Thank you !
Thanks. This worked great for my 2010 Expedition. Saved me a lot of money. Just one suggestion to save you time and hassle - make sure you get an OEM part. I went cheap ($20) and bought one off Amazon that said it was the right part to include the part # but it didn't fit even though it looked right. I reordered the OEM part ($38) and it popped right back in.
Man. God bless you, I live here in Florida and I couldn't take the heat no more, my F150 had the same problem and thanks to your video I was able to fix it. Wish you the best and keep it up ( I just finished fixing it)
Thank you for the video. Replace the Actuator Motor. About one hour of labor, including removing the drivers seat. Opened the old actuator and found teeth strip off the gear with the splines and the micro switch.
Thank you! This saved me about $1,200. Only took $30 and 30 min of labor. It would have been shorter but I had a hard tome getting the back screw in. Thank you!!!!
Thank you. Mine is fixed now. Been putting it off for a couple years. For reference, it kept the DEFROST from working. Heat and AC was ok, just no blowing on the windshield.
Fixed my 2013 F150 Platinum. The air vent selector was only functioning correctly in 3 of the 5 position options. Changing the Mode door actuator corrected the problem. Took me about 30 minutes. Thanks for informative video.
Spot on video. I just did this on a 2014 F150, and it worked perfectly. It was a bit tight under the dash, but a very easy DIY fix. Part was 29 and change USD.
Thank you X100 for this video! Was having the exact same problem and was gonna take it to the dealership to get it fixed until I found this video. You saved me a lot of money and I have AC now!!! 😬
This video is perfect thank you!! I almost started to replace the other one behind the GPS console, but I kept checking vids and realized there are two (or maybe more) but for me it was this one...what an annoying click it was...thanks again!!
Total repair cost me $27 for the part and ironically took me 27 minutes from the time I took the tools out until i put them away! It was the same process for my 2014 F150 XLT as in the video. My problem was a broken gear tooth on the old actuator that caused a clicking sound anytime I tried to change from floor vent to dash vent. Can't imagine what the dealer would have charged me for this simple repair.
After contorting my back initially, I put a 45 quart ice chest next to my running board. Then, I was able to lay comfortably on my back, and the pedal and mode actuator was easily removed and installed.
Incredibly helpful video as I was having the same problems as was described in the video. The process was the same for my 2005 F150 Lariat and I think the only difference is that the actuator was held in place with three 8 mm screws rather than just two. If you're a person on the larger side, you may not want to eat a big meal before doing this as you have to contort your body a bit to reach those upper screws on the actuator and accelerator pedal. As someone else mentioned, having a power tool similar to the one in the video helps a lot, but you'll need the proper extensions to fit it in and reach everything.
Yeah, I'm not a tiny person (6'2" 275lbs) and had to lay upside down in the drivers seat with my legs in the air and head hanging upside down in the foot well. Had to take 2 breaks to let the blood back out of my head before I got the old out and new bolted back in, but the new part fixed my issues completely... Saved a ton of money! Would have been a lot easier if I could have flipped the truck upside down! LOL!
I just spent almost $1,200 to get both of mine fixed last month on my 2011 F150, now I think the lower one went out already! looks like I'm going to try my own fix this time
Thank you for this very well done video. Thanks to you I found this actuators placement , the guys at the Ford shop assured me it under the radio and would require tearing the dash out to fix it. now I will do it myself for a fraction of the cost.
I have replaced this part in my 2010 f150 lariat, and mine was right behind the dash, so seeing this video i am a little confused as to where the part is and accesibility
Question - is there a way to reset the position of the module? Module cycles through, but the dash stays open (floor only) until I get to the defrost. The dash shuts off on defrost and floor. If I tap the button fast enough between defrost and floor to only floor, the dash doesn’t come on. Any thoughts? Great video on how to replace the unit
Great vid! But I’ve read that you need to pull the fuse for one minute, re-insert it and turn the key to On for the actuator to recalibrate. So there’s no need to recalibrate this one?
Yes, you can force calibration by pulling the fuse (Fuse 15 on a 2010), or by using a scan tool. In many cases, the system will figure itself out right away.
Thank you for this, I spent an hour and a half trying to get both hands in the small space to put the screws back on. I threw my hands up and left them half tightened and didn't know what else to do, taking the pedal off took me 2 seconds to tighten the screws.
Sometimes the time it takes to remove a component like the gas pedal is well-worth the frustration it prevents. Glad the video was able to help you get the job done!
Great video. Super helpful. My 2013 only blows air on defrost and floor. I replaced this actuator and I still have the same problem. When I change the modes I can see the white part of the door rotating but it still doesn't blow air out of the dash vents. Do you think my actual door is broken?
I don't know why some shops/dealerships charge so much to replace this part. The part itself is not expensive, even if bought through a dealership. And as you can see in the video, it doesn't take a whole lot of time to replace it, either. Thanks for taking the time to leave a positive comment. I really appreciate it!
Thanks for the explanation!Fixed mine however found one of the moving arms for the door was broken behind it. Door rotates still but air flow is still stuck on face vents. Part name for the door assembly itself? Preparing myself for the headache ahead!
Great video! Helped me replace the correct part. Every other video on addressing the clicking noise kept pointing to the blend door actuator. Thank you.
If your a big guy and can’t just flip yourself in, if you take the panel below the steering column off, you can see straight through to where you are working. Mine was three 7 mm screws and a tug of two clips on the left and right upper part of the panel. I did have to remove the gas pedal to get to the bolts. 2012 F150 fx2 with dual auto. Dorman 604-241.
Thanks - My 2014 F150 has this same issue (clicking noise which you can feel when touching this actuator plus not directing the air correctly). Dealer wanted to remove the dash...
Thank you so much for this video. This video really helped me fix my problem and saved me money. I highly recommend using a power tool like he uses. I only had hand tools and it was more work than it should've been. It's very tight in there.
Glad the video helped you repair your vehicle! Power tools can definitely help here, but this can still be done with regular hand tools. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!
AkJeeper Thank you very much you saved me lots of time and helped me to understand wich actuator I should be looking to repace in my case I can smell from outside even when the AC recirculation is on so it’s the passenger side actuator I should be replacing ,,,, much love from Iraq
I just made the same replacement on my F150 2014 Supercrew and it still isn't working. I looked online and, per their suggestion, pulled the #46 fuse for one minute and still won't switch. Presently it's stuck blowing forward.
Good support material, congratulations. I have a 2010 f150 lariat and hot air does not come out next to the driver, if it directs the air well in the different positions that the panel shows, but always cold air. I will solve by replacing the same part that you show in the video ?. Greetings from Chile.
You will need to replace the actuator that controls the temperature for the driver's side. Fordtechmakuloco has a great video for that. It is a very involved job to do properly.
I saw a video on youtube of a guy who tapped on his with a wrench or something with decent weight to it and it started to work again. I did that, worked for a day and then it stopped. I just received my new actuator in. I installed it 2x now and still doesnt fix the problem. it only blows on defrost and the feet. please help
Thanks for the compliment! My goal for posting these videos is to help people save money by giving them the information they need to do the job themselves. I'm glad the video was useful to you!
Wish mine would've got stuck in the defrost spot. Went out the middle of winter in ND. To cold to pull plastic apart so decided to wait until now to fix just waiting for the parts to get here. Winter is coming back soon.
Great video! My 2011 Raptor on AC blows cold air to the passenger side but just warm air on the drivers side. Do you think its this part thats causing that? Thanks much!
Thanks man that helped me out a lot, my f 150 had the problem were the heat is stuck on the drivers side but the AC come out on the passenger side so I am thinking it's that or the door thing is stuck shut
Can you tell the difference if its the actuator or the climate control module that has gone bad? I'm trying to fix my mother's King ranch 1 day the passenger side will blow warm and driver side cool and vice-versa. I did get under dash and i heard a clicking sound. Is there temporary bypass I can do maybe moving blend doors and keeping them open for cold. This heat is ridiculous.
Just a quick comment, this is a bit of a challenge if you are left handed and a bit overweight like me. Still possible but can be a struggle! I didn't use power tools as none I had would fit in there, and had to lay upside down in the drivers seat with the seat laying all the way as flat as I could get it with my head hanging upside down from the drivers seat. That said, I was able to do it laying upside down like that without having to remove any panels.
Question for you sir, I hear a noise coming from under my dash with the key on and the truck not started and the air control completely off. I am having trouble getting the air to switch vents when I do have it on but it doesn't make since to me that I hear the noise when the AC control is off. I have a 2010 Ford f150 4x4 manual air control. Could the actuator be my problem?
So, I just bought this f150 FX2.. when I received the truck, it had the same issue that you mentioned in the video.. the cold air is blowing through the defrost vents and the floor vents.. so I went to Oreily and got the dorman after market hvac door actuator, replaces it.. the clicking noise went away and when I pressed the top vent switch, the air started blowing through the top vent. I was very happy, to the truck for a spin.. parked at a gas station, came back and turned it back on.. the clicking noise came back and the air started blowing through the defrost and the floor vent again.. do you think it is because of the after market part or is there some other issue..
I haven't had any luck with the Dorman part for this application. There is also a possibility that the climate control module needs to be recalibrated. What year is your truck?
Does the mode door and blend door use the same part? Because I’ve only changed the mode before (thanks to this helpful video) and AutoZone only sells the “blend door actuator” but it’s identical to the one in the video and fit my mode door just fine.
I have an Expedition and I replaced the blower motor, the blend door actuator and with this video I fixed the mode actuator. I am a 6’4” female with broad shoulders and this was pretty difficult to get my shoulders under there, but I got it. I put everything back, knowing my AC was finally working! But I turned the key to STILL hear the clicking AND air STILL doesn’t blow out of the front vents! 😩😩 What could be happening!?!?
Kacy Carlton Is the clicking coming from the actuator you just replaced? Also - I know it’s a pain in the butt...with the actuator removed, did you try moving the mode door as I explained in the video? There is a possibility that the mode door on your truck is jammed up, which is why I move the door by hand before installing the new actuator. you can turn the ignition switch to the on position and set the blower on low and double check that moving the mode door (by hand) actually changes which vents the air blows out of. If it doesn’t, you might be battling a broken mode door. Hope this makes sense?
AKJeeper I did move the mode door with my finger and it freely moved. So I attached the new mode actuator. I still have the stereo removed, so when I started the car, I could clearly hear the clicking coming from the blend door actuator. So I removed it again, but left it plugged in so I could see if it was able to move when I changed aspects of the AC. It moves as well, so I put it back on and started the car again...still clicking and the air won’t blow out.
@@kacycarlton54 One last thing. With the actuator out, put the blower on low speed and move the mode door with your finger or screwdriver and see if you can confirm that air comes out of the different vents depending on what position you have the mode door turned to. I'm just trying to confirm that you don't have a physical problem with the mode door itself. If everything seems OK there - I'd say you got a defective part (I've seen this a couple of times now - especially with the Dorman replacements). If you take apart your old actuator, you'll see that even the Motorcraft ones are built kinda cheesy - everything is plastic! The clicking you hear are the plastic gears stripping out under load.
I'm replacing mine tomorrow. Though I found a forum online this week with several diagrams this video shows the easiest way to access this one out of all 3 of the actuators. Is there a way for me to share a picture of the diagram of the entire hvac system on this thread to help others that might end up having to replace the other 2 as well?
Great tutorial, fixed my issue with the blend door actuator clicking. However, it still appears that my ac is not switching to defrost or the floors and only blows through the main dash vents. I’m assuming this is due to blend door itself? Any thoughts?
It depends on your truck’s configuration. If you have drivers and passenger side temperature controls, you will have an actuator for each. The mode door gets its own actuator. And the fresh air/recirc air has one too. So your truck may have either 3 or 4 actuators.
No, this one is strictly for directing airflow to the various vents. The temperature door actuator(s) is what you're looking for, and depending on which side is giving you problems - could be more labor intensive than the mode door actuator in my video.
Behind RH kick panel (passenger side) fuse #46. After you replace fuse, put key in run position and wait at least 30 seconds before changing mode settings so it can recalibrate.
Unfortunately, I do not. The last time I had to remove a dash on one of these 2009-2014 trucks, I was pressed for time and could not record any footage of the job. It is not the easiest of jobs, especially accessing the bolts at the top of the dash (accessed through the rectangular panels snapped in on top). It’s clear to me that the dash on these trucks must be installed before the windshield at the factory. If the windshield was out of the way when I did the last one, dash removal would have been significantly easier. The bolts are oriented vertically and are kind of deep in the hole. I used a combination of extensions and universals to access them.
I have a similar problem however the heat works on the left side of the cabin all the time, even when the dual control is set on Max AC. The right or passenger side operate properly both heat and Max AC. Will replacement of the actuator solve this problem or is it the blend door?
It could be an issue with the driver's side blend door, or the driver's side blend door actuator (which requires dashboard and HVAC box removal). My video shows replacement of the mode door actuator, which is the one that directs the air to the various vents. It does not have anything to do with temperature regulation.
My expedition has no heat, but blows only cold, on the driver side. The passenger side works for hot and cold. Is it the Hvac mode door acuator, or the lower blend door acuator that will fix my problem. The lower blend door is under the dash behind the console, not sure which one it is.
Negative. This only controls where the air flows and not temperature. The one that controls driver side temperature is a bear to get to, to do it by the book it requires dashboard removal.
I'm getting a flapping or clicking noise only when the heat is set to blow on the floor. If I switch it to defrost or upper it goes away. Would you think that it's this one you did here or the one behind the radio?
What are the symptoms you are experiencing with your truck? And what year is it? Earlier trucks like the 2010 in the video need a fuse 15 reset, 2011-2014 are fuse 46.
@AKJeeper Its a 2011 lariat. Switched out multiple mode doors. I plugged in the mode door and just let it hang and cycled through the settings. Front, defrost, floor etc. Mode door only moves when i hit defrost so im thinking bad control panel at this point.
@ did you use genuine Motorcraft mode door actuators? At this point, I’d say you would need a scan tool capable of accessing the climate control module - I’d be interested to see if it has any fault codes and to see what live data feedback from the actuator says when you put the system into the various vent modes.
This was a few years ago, but... I have a 2009 and it is doing basically the same thing, except mine is clicking when I select the floor. It never changes to the floor, but it clicks. It seems to only click when I select the floor. If I select the cab and floor it doesn't click, but it also doesn't allow the air the come through on the floor, air only comes through cab. It only clicks when I select floor by itself. UPDATE - Just double checked.. it is stuck on cab air, nothing else works when selected. I am betting this is my issue as well
Question. My F150 has an issue, when I turn the heater on, it only works on the passenger side and nothing but cold air on the driver side. Is the actuator you installed in this video the one that controls that?
No, the one in video is the one that controls where the air goes, nothing to do with temperature. The one you need is the driver’s side blend door actuator. To do that one by the book requires dash removal.
No, this is the mode door (aka: air distribution) actuator. A fault with this actuator could trip a B1086 code. Your code B1081 is related to the actuator that controls the temperature, which unfortunately is more difficult to access than the air distribution actuator.
@@Pr.2104 depends on if you have dual zone temperature controls or not. FordTechMakuloco has some good videos for both temperature actuators. One of the actuators is in the center of the dash, all the way at the floor level - to change this out by the book, you would need to remove the dash. The other one is up a little higher, you can access it by taking the glovebox (and/or passenger airbag) out. Been a while since I’ve done either one of those.
My 2010 F150 is blowing air in all the correct vents. However the heat is not working on my left driverside but does work on the right passenger side. So it just blows cool air on the left side while the passenger side does blow hot air. The code its throwing is *B1081 Left temp Damp door motor*. Is this the same part that you have or is it a different part? Please give me any info can thanks.
No, this is not the same part/location. Unfortunately, the left side temperature dampner door motor is a bit of a bear to get to, I don't actually have a video on this one, as I removed the dashboard assembly to get to it (would have been a very lengthy video). A good video on it (with the correct part number for that application): th-cam.com/video/p5xvlbiaxF4/w-d-xo.html He does not remove the dashboard in his video, but it will give you a good idea where the actuator resides. I hope this helps!
Great Video. I replaced the part, however it didn't fix the ...no air flow to the floor or defrost, ONLY at the shoulder issue I have. It must be the "world of a problem... take out the dash part", you were referring to in the video?? Again great video and thank you in advance.
did you ever figure out what the problem you were having? I have the same thing only getting the air from the shoulder area but not from the floor or defrost. I also changed this part and did not fix the issue.
I have a question maybe you had this happen too Mine is a 2009 pretty much looks the same but I replaced one behind the radio that everyone said was my problem but that didnt fix it My problem is that cold air will come out of the passenger side but hot air will come out of the drivers side and sometimes for what ever reason cold air will come out on the drivers side like it is working. I have mine set on auto but even when I do it on manual it stills sometimes blows out hot air when I want cold on the drivers side ? Do you think the part you replaced would fix my issue? I seen another video where there was something under the drivers seat?
Have you tried resetting the climate control system? With the vehicle off, pull the fuse for the climate control module (not sure which fuse it is on the 2009, but it might be #15 in the passenger side kick panel (SJB). Wait a few minutes, then reinsert the fuse. Turn the ignition switch to the on position, then turn on the climate control system. The system will then calibrate the mode and blend doors...this process takes about a minute.
Hi - I've reviewed multiple videos from all over the internet but nothing seems to cover my exact situation. I have a 2010 F150 Lariat with a center console, navigation, dual climate control and adjustable pedals. My problem is that the passenger side vents (both upper and lower) are blowing hot air when I have the A/C on. The drivers side is blowing cold air as is the 2 vents for the back seat. In addition, the blower door controls (defrost, upper, lower) don't seem to have much effect. E.G. if I set it to defrost and lower, I still get significant air from the top vents. If I set it to upper only, I still get air from the lower (and maybe the defrost - I don't know). From what I've described, what actuator(s) do I need to be concerned with? Does it make sense that multiple actuators would fail at the same time - or is this symptomatic of something else? In any event, I'd like to fix the A/C ASAP since we are in the sweltering part of the summer (100 deg tomorrow). Any guidance you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a bunch ....
Got a problem man hoping you can help me out. I need the same actuator you installed in this video. I’ve purchased a set on eBay and the name on the listing was “pair Heater air vent heat mode door actuator” It came with two. One for the driver side and one for the passenger side. The one you installed on this video is the one I need help with. I installed it and it does not work correctly. When I click one of the modes like floor or front panel or defrost it doesn’t change and the motor doesn’t engage when the mode is clicked. To my knowledge it is supposed to spin every time you click one of the modes. Can you point me in the right direction? Do you think I bought the wrong one? I’ve been working on this for three days and it is extremely frustrating
I have a problem like that but the air is when needs to be cold but if I keep pushing buttons eventually it starts to work again about a month ago I did the p/s blend door actuator so my ? Is do you think mine is a mode actuator as well ?
Does this mode actuator have anything to do with the AC seats? I am getting the clicking when changing modes but also noticed my AC seats on the drivers side isn’t cooling like it use to.
Matthew Berry on these trucks, I’d say no to the mode actuator having any direct correlation to the cooled seats. Are you having an air flow issue to the driver’s seat? Do you hear the seat blower kicking in when you push on the seat cooler buttons? Also - when was the last time the seat filters were replaced?
You are a lifesaver! I am a 60 year old woman and was able to replace the mode door actuator in my Ford Escape by watching your video. Didn't have to dismantle the gas pedal in the Escape. I had to run back inside a couple of times to watch a part of the video again, especially how the little red locking clip went back in the plug. I now have defrost and floor air again in my car. Thank you so much!!
That’s awesome! Kudos to you for even attempting this - let alone completing it and it working!!!
Keep it up!
You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar. My a/c is working again. Thank you from a landscaper in Florida.
You saved me $1200, I told the Ford dealership what was happening and that was the quote they gave me. 28 bucks and 15 mins and a neck/headache later, no more clicking. Thank you so much.
I'm so glad you were able to save $1200!! That's my primary motivation for posting these vids - to help others save money. Have a great day!
VERY VERY helpful as many threads on you tube suggest Temperature Blend Actuator replacement which is behind the radio in the middle console, but when YOUR PROBLEM is normal air temps but only from the defrost vents and floor it is NOT the temperature BLEND Actuator but IT IS THE HVAC MODE DOOR ACTUATOR. I have a 2012 F-150 Platinum Model and it just went from fine to no air at all to the dash and rear seat console and just to the floor and defrost and that is the symptom of the failure of the AC Mode Door Actuator found on the drivers side of the console just above the accelerator pedal. I am NOT a mechanic but was able to change the MODE Door Actuator Ford YH 1818 or Dorman #604241 From Advance Autoparts for $35.00 and removed the Accelerator pedal with (3) #13mm screws and just pushed it to the side then with a small socket wrench 1/4 inch drive and and extension 4 inch (needed) I removed the actuator itself and tested it by pushing the metal rod attached up and down and replaced it and Voila...The vents all worked again including the dash and rear console which had no flow before... Thanks AKJeeper you saved me a bundle and your video was top notch and well done. Keep making them for us "common non-mechanic folks"
By the way I took it to a dealer and made an appt. but the service manager was nice enough to tell me it was not a VACUUM line problem but likely the MODE Door Actuator so his advice helped me find this thread....
Thank you very much!! All the research I did this had me taking out the entire dash or the center console. As soon as I saw your video I realized I’d been looking at the wrong ones.
I ordered the part and will replace it when it gets here!!
Exactly what I needed! Ford gave me the wrong part and argued with me about it. Told me I'm watching too many TH-cam videos! He is not watching enough!!! Once I pulled the part it looked exactly like the one in the video. Ordered the part number you provided in the video next day from Amazon and took the wrong part back to Ford. Being a large and not very flexible guy I had a difficult time just figuring out how I was going to even see what I was doing and reach that far up under the dash. I figured it out and it works great now! Thanks!!!
Glad you were able to get it done! Some dealers are better than others, that's for sure!
Great video! I have a 2014 FX4 with the power pedals and everything here was exactly what I needed to do. Took me around 30 minutes to complete and that was mostly just finding a way to move around the seat and upside down under the dash.
Great video. A great help. I have a 2014 fx2. It’s not necessary to remove the gas pedal but I can see how that would make it easier. Took me around 45 minutes. Thanks for taking the time to video your work.
Came across your video today while searching for one to help with the change out of my actuator and just wanted to say thanks for the post. After looking through a few this was the most helpful and easiest way to go about the change out. Again thanks.
Awesome video! This fixed the annoying click that occurred when I unlocked and turned off my 2014 F150. Turns out a gear tooth inside the actuator was chipped.
My truck is a 2008 F-150 XLT and except for my gas pedal being mounted with 10mm bolts and the Mode Door Actuator assembly being held on with 3 8mm bolts, this video is spot on and i was able to replace the part in about 20 minutes with a hand ratchet. Everything is working great! Thanks for the well done video
I'm glad to hear that this video was applicable to your 2008 F-150. Thanks for posting up information regarding the bolt sizes for your truck, and thank you for leaving feedback on the video. Much appreciated!
Dude thank you!!!! I have a 2013 F150 5.0 Supercrew. Replaced the one behind my stereo but didn't fix my issue. I always had great heat and cold air....just had the loud annoying clicking noise when switching between heat and cold air. Weeks of trying to find out if I had to pull my entire dash or not. Sounded like it was clicking up top by the windshield. Found your video and sure enough, the sound was from this actuator here. Replaced today and more clicking noise!! Thanks again. I owe you!!
Thanks for posting this vid. It helped me replace the actuator on my 2013 F150 and get the vents working again. It was a pain getting to the actuator but once you get access it goes smoothly
I'm so glad I found this video. I have a 2014 F150 super crew platinum. That clicking noise was driving me crazy ! I had the new part for about a month, but was dreading taking the seats and console out to get to it. All I can say is, If you don't want to spend $900 or more to have the dealership replace it . Please follow this video ! Thank you !
Thanks. This worked great for my 2010 Expedition. Saved me a lot of money. Just one suggestion to save you time and hassle - make sure you get an OEM part. I went cheap ($20) and bought one off Amazon that said it was the right part to include the part # but it didn't fit even though it looked right. I reordered the OEM part ($38) and it popped right back in.
Man. God bless you, I live here in Florida and I couldn't take the heat no more, my F150 had the same problem and thanks to your video I was able to fix it. Wish you the best and keep it up ( I just finished fixing it)
Thank you for the video. Replace the Actuator Motor. About one hour of labor, including removing the drivers seat. Opened the old actuator and found teeth strip off the gear with the splines and the micro switch.
I've torn apart a few failed actuators - most strip off the teeth inside.
Thank you! This saved me about $1,200. Only took $30 and 30 min of labor. It would have been shorter but I had a hard tome getting the back screw in. Thank you!!!!
Great video. I used Dorman 604-241 HVAC Blend Door Actuator Compatible with Select Models and it worked great. Thanks.
Tip on moving the gas Pedal with the bolts was awesome . Thanks so much !!
Thank you. Mine is fixed now. Been putting it off for a couple years. For reference, it kept the DEFROST from working. Heat and AC was ok, just no blowing on the windshield.
Fixed my 2013 F150 Platinum. The air vent selector was only functioning correctly in 3 of the 5 position options. Changing the Mode door actuator corrected the problem. Took me about 30 minutes. Thanks for informative video.
I'm glad the video helped you and that you got the problem solved on your truck. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!
Spot on video. I just did this on a 2014 F150, and it worked perfectly. It was a bit tight under the dash, but a very easy DIY fix. Part was 29 and change USD.
Thank you X100 for this video! Was having the exact same problem and was gonna take it to the dealership to get it fixed until I found this video. You saved me a lot of money and I have AC now!!! 😬
This video is perfect thank you!! I almost started to replace the other one behind the GPS console, but I kept checking vids and realized there are two (or maybe more) but for me it was this one...what an annoying click it was...thanks again!!
Outstanding video, incredibly clear and focused image. Thank you so much for the effort you put in to make it.
Just replaced the door actuator! So I easy that I was able to do it! Thank you!
This is the best video I've seen for the YH-1881 replacement. Thank you.
Fixed my problem on my Platinum. Only blew air from defrost and feet. Thank you so much!
Whats this part name
My 1998 F 150 is blowing only at the panel.
This video helped alot.
I'm sure it's the same idea but maybe a slightly differant location.
Couldn't have asked for a better how to video, did this in the garage in ~20 minutes. Thanks!
this fixed my problem, video and instructions were spot on and saved me a lot of time, effort, and money. thank you so much
Total repair cost me $27 for the part and ironically took me 27 minutes from the time I took the tools out until i put them away! It was the same process for my 2014 F150 XLT as in the video. My problem was a broken gear tooth on the old actuator that caused a clicking sound anytime I tried to change from floor vent to dash vent. Can't imagine what the dealer would have charged me for this simple repair.
Excellent video! Thanks for all the tips. I would not have been able to do this repair without your help.
Very well done.....one of the best instructional videos Ive seen......very clear voice and video
Thank you
After contorting my back initially, I put a 45 quart ice chest next to my running board. Then, I was able to lay comfortably on my back, and the pedal and mode actuator was easily removed and installed.
Incredibly helpful video as I was having the same problems as was described in the video. The process was the same for my 2005 F150 Lariat and I think the only difference is that the actuator was held in place with three 8 mm screws rather than just two. If you're a person on the larger side, you may not want to eat a big meal before doing this as you have to contort your body a bit to reach those upper screws on the actuator and accelerator pedal. As someone else mentioned, having a power tool similar to the one in the video helps a lot, but you'll need the proper extensions to fit it in and reach everything.
Yeah, I'm not a tiny person (6'2" 275lbs) and had to lay upside down in the drivers seat with my legs in the air and head hanging upside down in the foot well. Had to take 2 breaks to let the blood back out of my head before I got the old out and new bolted back in, but the new part fixed my issues completely... Saved a ton of money! Would have been a lot easier if I could have flipped the truck upside down! LOL!
I just spent almost $1,200 to get both of mine fixed last month on my 2011 F150, now I think the lower one went out already! looks like I'm going to try my own fix this time
Thank you for this very well done video. Thanks to you I found this actuators placement , the guys at the Ford shop assured me it under the radio and would require tearing the dash out to fix it. now I will do it myself for a fraction of the cost.
I'm glad that this video was helpful to you. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, I really appreciate it!
I have replaced this part in my 2010 f150 lariat, and mine was right behind the dash, so seeing this video i am a little confused as to where the part is and accesibility
Question - is there a way to reset the position of the module? Module cycles through, but the dash stays open (floor only) until I get to the defrost. The dash shuts off on defrost and floor. If I tap the button fast enough between defrost and floor to only floor, the dash doesn’t come on. Any thoughts?
Great video on how to replace the unit
Great video, thanks for the help! Definitely more tedious without power tools, but got the job done!
Great Job, I love you show how to align the Blend door actuator. Thank You
Just a quick mention; there's a locator pin for the motor assy for easy installation.
Great vid! But I’ve read that you need to pull the fuse for one minute, re-insert it and turn the key to On for the actuator to recalibrate. So there’s no need to recalibrate this one?
Yes, you can force calibration by pulling the fuse (Fuse 15 on a 2010), or by using a scan tool. In many cases, the system will figure itself out right away.
Thank you for this, I spent an hour and a half trying to get both hands in the small space to put the screws back on. I threw my hands up and left them half tightened and didn't know what else to do, taking the pedal off took me 2 seconds to tighten the screws.
Sometimes the time it takes to remove a component like the gas pedal is well-worth the frustration it prevents. Glad the video was able to help you get the job done!
Great video. Super helpful. My 2013 only blows air on defrost and floor. I replaced this actuator and I still have the same problem. When I change the modes I can see the white part of the door rotating but it still doesn't blow air out of the dash vents. Do you think my actual door is broken?
I have the same problem.
Did you ever figure it out?
@@chrisclark7992 same issue here. Have you found a fix or do you have any suggestions?
I haven't done this yet but this guy just saved me $500! Thank you man.
I don't know why some shops/dealerships charge so much to replace this part. The part itself is not expensive, even if bought through a dealership. And as you can see in the video, it doesn't take a whole lot of time to replace it, either. Thanks for taking the time to leave a positive comment. I really appreciate it!
Thanks for the explanation!Fixed mine however found one of the moving arms for the door was broken behind it. Door rotates still but air flow is still stuck on face vents. Part name for the door assembly itself? Preparing myself for the headache ahead!
Great video! Helped me replace the correct part. Every other video on addressing the clicking noise kept pointing to the blend door actuator. Thank you.
If your a big guy and can’t just flip yourself in, if you take the panel below the steering column off, you can see straight through to where you are working. Mine was three 7 mm screws and a tug of two clips on the left and right upper part of the panel. I did have to remove the gas pedal to get to the bolts. 2012 F150 fx2 with dual auto. Dorman 604-241.
#fordescape is the same. Changed mine in 10 min and now i have full hvac control and location control back. 👍👍
Same part number on the Escape too? Glad the video helped despite being one for an F150. Thanks for leaving a comment!
Thanks for a great video! I was able to replace my broken actuator very easily!!!
2005 ford f 150 lariat thanks so much couldn’t find the floor and windshield actuator ❤
Thanks - My 2014 F150 has this same issue (clicking noise which you can feel when touching this actuator plus not directing the air correctly). Dealer wanted to remove the dash...
Thank you so much for this video. This video really helped me fix my problem and saved me money.
I highly recommend using a power tool like he uses. I only had hand tools and it was more work than it should've been. It's very tight in there.
Glad the video helped you repair your vehicle! Power tools can definitely help here, but this can still be done with regular hand tools. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment!
AkJeeper Thank you very much you saved me lots of time and helped me to understand wich actuator I should be looking to repace in my case I can smell from outside even when the AC recirculation is on so it’s the passenger side actuator I should be replacing ,,,, much love from Iraq
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Thanks for the video. Worked perfectly. 2011 F150 Lariat
Glad that this video was helpful to you. Thanks for stopping by!
I just made the same replacement on my F150 2014 Supercrew and it still isn't working. I looked online and, per their suggestion, pulled the #46 fuse for one minute and still won't switch. Presently it's stuck blowing forward.
Did you ever figure out what it was?
I have a similar problem.
You need to take the fuse out to program the new switch and then turn the car on 39 seconds and then put fuse back in
Good support material, congratulations.
I have a 2010 f150 lariat and hot air does not come out next to the driver, if it directs the air well in the different positions that the panel shows, but always cold air. I will solve by replacing the same part that you show in the video ?.
Greetings from Chile.
You will need to replace the actuator that controls the temperature for the driver's side. Fordtechmakuloco has a great video for that. It is a very involved job to do properly.
I saw a video on youtube of a guy who tapped on his with a wrench or something with decent weight to it and it started to work again. I did that, worked for a day and then it stopped. I just received my new actuator in. I installed it 2x now and still doesnt fix the problem. it only blows on defrost and the feet. please help
Excellent video! You really saved me a lot of time and money on my 2013 F150.
Thanks for the compliment! My goal for posting these videos is to help people save money by giving them the information they need to do the job themselves. I'm glad the video was useful to you!
Wish mine would've got stuck in the defrost spot. Went out the middle of winter in ND. To cold to pull plastic apart so decided to wait until now to fix just waiting for the parts to get here. Winter is coming back soon.
Great video! My 2011 Raptor on AC blows cold air to the passenger side but just warm air on the drivers side. Do you think its this part thats causing that? Thanks much!
Thanks man that helped me out a lot, my f 150 had the problem were the heat is stuck on the drivers side but the AC come out on the passenger side so I am thinking it's that or the door thing is stuck shut
Can you tell the difference if its the actuator or the climate control module that has gone bad? I'm trying to fix my mother's King ranch 1 day the passenger side will blow warm and driver side cool and vice-versa. I did get under dash and i heard a clicking sound. Is there temporary bypass I can do maybe moving blend doors and keeping them open for cold. This heat is ridiculous.
I had a question was it the drivers side or the passenger side that was blowing hot air before you changed it?
Thank you for this video, it worked and saved me some money!
Just a quick comment, this is a bit of a challenge if you are left handed and a bit overweight like me. Still possible but can be a struggle! I didn't use power tools as none I had would fit in there, and had to lay upside down in the drivers seat with the seat laying all the way as flat as I could get it with my head hanging upside down from the drivers seat. That said, I was able to do it laying upside down like that without having to remove any panels.
I just want to know where is the amber or temperature sensor located on that truck because my compressor cut off cut right back off would not stay on
Question for you sir, I hear a noise coming from under my dash with the key on and the truck not started and the air control completely off. I am having trouble getting the air to switch vents when I do have it on but it doesn't make since to me that I hear the noise when the AC control is off. I have a 2010 Ford f150 4x4 manual air control. Could the actuator be my problem?
So, I just bought this f150 FX2.. when I received the truck, it had the same issue that you mentioned in the video.. the cold air is blowing through the defrost vents and the floor vents.. so I went to Oreily and got the dorman after market hvac door actuator, replaces it.. the clicking noise went away and when I pressed the top vent switch, the air started blowing through the top vent. I was very happy, to the truck for a spin.. parked at a gas station, came back and turned it back on.. the clicking noise came back and the air started blowing through the defrost and the floor vent again.. do you think it is because of the after market part or is there some other issue..
I haven't had any luck with the Dorman part for this application. There is also a possibility that the climate control module needs to be recalibrated. What year is your truck?
Does the mode door and blend door use the same part? Because I’ve only changed the mode before (thanks to this helpful video) and AutoZone only sells the “blend door actuator” but it’s identical to the one in the video and fit my mode door just fine.
I have an Expedition and I replaced the blower motor, the blend door actuator and with this video I fixed the mode actuator. I am a 6’4” female with broad shoulders and this was pretty difficult to get my shoulders under there, but I got it. I put everything back, knowing my AC was finally working! But I turned the key to STILL hear the clicking AND air STILL doesn’t blow out of the front vents! 😩😩 What could be happening!?!?
Kacy Carlton Is the clicking coming from the actuator you just replaced? Also - I know it’s a pain in the butt...with the actuator removed, did you try moving the mode door as I explained in the video? There is a possibility that the mode door on your truck is jammed up, which is why I move the door by hand before installing the new actuator. you can turn the ignition switch to the on position and set the blower on low and double check that moving the mode door (by hand) actually changes which vents the air blows out of. If it doesn’t, you might be battling a broken mode door. Hope this makes sense?
AKJeeper I did move the mode door with my finger and it freely moved. So I attached the new mode actuator. I still have the stereo removed, so when I started the car, I could clearly hear the clicking coming from the blend door actuator. So I removed it again, but left it plugged in so I could see if it was able to move when I changed aspects of the AC. It moves as well, so I put it back on and started the car again...still clicking and the air won’t blow out.
@@kacycarlton54 One last thing. With the actuator out, put the blower on low speed and move the mode door with your finger or screwdriver and see if you can confirm that air comes out of the different vents depending on what position you have the mode door turned to. I'm just trying to confirm that you don't have a physical problem with the mode door itself. If everything seems OK there - I'd say you got a defective part (I've seen this a couple of times now - especially with the Dorman replacements). If you take apart your old actuator, you'll see that even the Motorcraft ones are built kinda cheesy - everything is plastic! The clicking you hear are the plastic gears stripping out under load.
I'm replacing mine tomorrow. Though I found a forum online this week with several diagrams this video shows the easiest way to access this one out of all 3 of the actuators. Is there a way for me to share a picture of the diagram of the entire hvac system on this thread to help others that might end up having to replace the other 2 as well?
Good question. The easiest way would be to post a link to the diagram in the comments section. Thank you!
Great tutorial, fixed my issue with the blend door actuator clicking. However, it still appears that my ac is not switching to defrost or the floors and only blows through the main dash vents. I’m assuming this is due to blend door itself? Any thoughts?
Did you find a way to get this fixed I’m having the same problem
@@brandonn.5464 no, actually taking it to Ford to have the issue fixed at the beginning of November. I’ll let you know what they find out then
Following this haha. Replaced the motor shown in the video, still having the same issue with the vents not switching
@@MrFPSMonster well I’ll be taking her in tomorrow morning so I’ll be sure to let you know what the Ford techs find
@@blakeb4583 awesome man yes please let me know🤘🏼
Is it true there are four actuator Motors in the Ford truck for the vents
It depends on your truck’s configuration. If you have drivers and passenger side temperature controls, you will have an actuator for each. The mode door gets its own actuator. And the fresh air/recirc air has one too. So your truck may have either 3 or 4 actuators.
@@AKJeeper thank you very much I appreciate your video and also you taking the time to respond back to me. awesome😀😀
Now that mode door sensor applie to one that stays on heat And won't go to cooling?
No, this one is strictly for directing airflow to the various vents. The temperature door actuator(s) is what you're looking for, and depending on which side is giving you problems - could be more labor intensive than the mode door actuator in my video.
Do you know where to locate the fuse for that actuator in a 2014 Ford F150?
Behind RH kick panel (passenger side) fuse #46. After you replace fuse, put key in run position and wait at least 30 seconds before changing mode settings so it can recalibrate.
Do you have a video for taking the dash off? Motor works and moves full range, but the air still only comes through the panel vents.
Unfortunately, I do not. The last time I had to remove a dash on one of these 2009-2014 trucks, I was pressed for time and could not record any footage of the job. It is not the easiest of jobs, especially accessing the bolts at the top of the dash (accessed through the rectangular panels snapped in on top). It’s clear to me that the dash on these trucks must be installed before the windshield at the factory. If the windshield was out of the way when I did the last one, dash removal would have been significantly easier. The bolts are oriented vertically and are kind of deep in the hole. I used a combination of extensions and universals to access them.
Same for me
I have a similar problem however the heat works on the left side of the cabin all the time, even when the dual control is set on Max AC. The right or passenger side operate properly both heat and Max AC. Will replacement of the actuator solve this problem or is it the blend door?
It could be an issue with the driver's side blend door, or the driver's side blend door actuator (which requires dashboard and HVAC box removal). My video shows replacement of the mode door actuator, which is the one that directs the air to the various vents. It does not have anything to do with temperature regulation.
Is it the same if you have dual climate control and it is only the passenger side that won't change?
My expedition has no heat, but blows only cold, on the driver side. The passenger side works for hot and cold. Is it the Hvac mode door acuator, or the lower blend door acuator that will fix my problem. The lower blend door is under the dash behind the console, not sure which one it is.
My F150 won't blow hot air on the driver's side but will blow through all the vents when selected. Is this the same part to blame?
Negative. This only controls where the air flows and not temperature. The one that controls driver side temperature is a bear to get to, to do it by the book it requires dashboard removal.
I'm getting a flapping or clicking noise only when the heat is set to blow on the floor. If I switch it to defrost or upper it goes away. Would you think that it's this one you did here or the one behind the radio?
Ive been through three mode doors and none have worked. Doors not obstructed. Did the fuse 46 reset. I dont know what to do.
What are the symptoms you are experiencing with your truck? And what year is it? Earlier trucks like the 2010 in the video need a fuse 15 reset, 2011-2014 are fuse 46.
@AKJeeper Its a 2011 lariat. Switched out multiple mode doors. I plugged in the mode door and just let it hang and cycled through the settings. Front, defrost, floor etc. Mode door only moves when i hit defrost so im thinking bad control panel at this point.
@ did you use genuine Motorcraft mode door actuators? At this point, I’d say you would need a scan tool capable of accessing the climate control module - I’d be interested to see if it has any fault codes and to see what live data feedback from the actuator says when you put the system into the various vent modes.
@@AKJeeper Yep used two motorcraft and one off brand.
@@AKJeeper What scan tool would i needM
Is this just for face or feet mode or is it to go from ot to cold
Mode actuator - so this is what directs air flow to the different vents. Floor, panel, defrost, etc
@@AKJeeper thanks
This was a few years ago, but... I have a 2009 and it is doing basically the same thing, except mine is clicking when I select the floor. It never changes to the floor, but it clicks. It seems to only click when I select the floor. If I select the cab and floor it doesn't click, but it also doesn't allow the air the come through on the floor, air only comes through cab. It only clicks when I select floor by itself. UPDATE - Just double checked.. it is stuck on cab air, nothing else works when selected. I am betting this is my issue as well
Question. My F150 has an issue, when I turn the heater on, it only works on the passenger side and nothing but cold air on the driver side. Is the actuator you installed in this video the one that controls that?
No, the one in video is the one that controls where the air goes, nothing to do with temperature. The one you need is the driver’s side blend door actuator. To do that one by the book requires dash removal.
Mine is clicking constantly but stuck blowing only through the defrost vents. Is this the fix for mine or is it the other actuator?
Yes - this is the actuator that controls the vent mode. The other actuators control temperature and fresh air/recirculation.
@@AKJeeper thanks brother
So would this be the issue with the code I'm getting with Code B1081 temperature damper motor 2010?
No, this is the mode door (aka: air distribution) actuator. A fault with this actuator could trip a B1086 code. Your code B1081 is related to the actuator that controls the temperature, which unfortunately is more difficult to access than the air distribution actuator.
@@AKJeeper damn so where even is it? Im just trying to tackle it since its been cold ash these last few mornings
@@Pr.2104 depends on if you have dual zone temperature controls or not. FordTechMakuloco has some good videos for both temperature actuators. One of the actuators is in the center of the dash, all the way at the floor level - to change this out by the book, you would need to remove the dash. The other one is up a little higher, you can access it by taking the glovebox (and/or passenger airbag) out. Been a while since I’ve done either one of those.
@@AKJeeper I have a basic XLT it has the knobs for the AC controls not the fancy dual climate ones
my seen to work fine but the heat come low by the passage side could it be the filter?
My 2010 F150 is blowing air in all the correct vents. However the heat is not working on my left driverside but does work on the right passenger side. So it just blows cool air on the left side while the passenger side does blow hot air. The code its throwing is *B1081 Left temp Damp door motor*. Is this the same part that you have or is it a different part? Please give me any info can thanks.
No, this is not the same part/location. Unfortunately, the left side temperature dampner door motor is a bit of a bear to get to, I don't actually have a video on this one, as I removed the dashboard assembly to get to it (would have been a very lengthy video). A good video on it (with the correct part number for that application): th-cam.com/video/p5xvlbiaxF4/w-d-xo.html He does not remove the dashboard in his video, but it will give you a good idea where the actuator resides.
I hope this helps!
Great Video. I replaced the part, however it didn't fix the ...no air flow to the floor or defrost, ONLY at the shoulder issue I have. It must be the "world of a problem... take out the dash part", you were referring to in the video?? Again great video and thank you in advance.
did you ever figure out what the problem you were having? I have the same thing only getting the air from the shoulder area but not from the floor or defrost. I also changed this part and did not fix the issue.
I replaced same actuator motor and have full range of movement but does not blow from def still.. puzzled anyone for a fix?
@@jasonvanbeek6920 same issue. Still just blowing out front vent only
I have a question maybe you had this happen too
Mine is a 2009 pretty much looks the same but I replaced one behind the radio that everyone said was my problem but that didnt fix it
My problem is that cold air will come out of the passenger side but hot air will come out of the drivers side and sometimes for what ever reason cold air will come out on the drivers side like it is working. I have mine set on auto but even when I do it on manual it stills sometimes blows out hot air when I want cold on the drivers side ?
Do you think the part you replaced would fix my issue?
I seen another video where there was something under the drivers seat?
Have you tried resetting the climate control system? With the vehicle off, pull the fuse for the climate control module (not sure which fuse it is on the 2009, but it might be #15 in the passenger side kick panel (SJB). Wait a few minutes, then reinsert the fuse. Turn the ignition switch to the on position, then turn on the climate control system. The system will then calibrate the mode and blend doors...this process takes about a minute.
Hi - I've reviewed multiple videos from all over the internet but nothing seems to cover my exact situation. I have a 2010 F150 Lariat with a center console, navigation, dual climate control and adjustable pedals. My problem is that the passenger side vents (both upper and lower) are blowing hot air when I have the A/C on. The drivers side is blowing cold air as is the 2 vents for the back seat. In addition, the blower door controls (defrost, upper, lower) don't seem to have much effect. E.G. if I set it to defrost and lower, I still get significant air from the top vents. If I set it to upper only, I still get air from the lower (and maybe the defrost - I don't know). From what I've described, what actuator(s) do I need to be concerned with? Does it make sense that multiple actuators would fail at the same time - or is this symptomatic of something else? In any event, I'd like to fix the A/C ASAP since we are in the sweltering part of the summer (100 deg tomorrow). Any guidance you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a bunch ....
Got a problem man hoping you can help me out. I need the same actuator you installed in this video. I’ve purchased a set on eBay and the name on the listing was “pair Heater air vent heat mode door actuator” It came with two. One for the driver side and one for the passenger side. The one you installed on this video is the one I need help with. I installed it and it does not work correctly. When I click one of the modes like floor or front panel or defrost it doesn’t change and the motor doesn’t engage when the mode is clicked. To my knowledge it is supposed to spin every time you click one of the modes. Can you point me in the right direction? Do you think I bought the wrong one? I’ve been working on this for three days and it is extremely frustrating
I have a problem like that but the air is when needs to be cold but if I keep pushing buttons eventually it starts to work again about a month ago I did the p/s blend door actuator so my ? Is do you think mine is a mode actuator as well ?
Does this mode actuator have anything to do with the AC seats? I am getting the clicking when changing modes but also noticed my AC seats on the drivers side isn’t cooling like it use to.
Matthew Berry on these trucks, I’d say no to the mode actuator having any direct correlation to the cooled seats. Are you having an air flow issue to the driver’s seat? Do you hear the seat blower kicking in when you push on the seat cooler buttons? Also - when was the last time the seat filters were replaced?
Do you know if this will be the same for a 2010 Flex?