I’ve been coming back to this video every Year in spring. I guess when you go from heat in the morning to AC in the afternoon every day, it wears this out. Thanks for skipping the bullsht introductions and thanks for not trying to overexplain every little thing. If I’m watching a video on getting deep into the dash, I probably know that I’ll need tools, disconnect the battery, don’t scratch the trim, it’s gonna be tight, blah blah blah.
Thanks for for the video. I had problems with the spline lining up, so I connected the harness, started the truck up and messed with the temperature. I watched the actuator shaft rotate, the splines lined up and the actuator dropped in. Then I mess with temp some more watching the actuator rotate until the mounting screw holes lined up. AC working now.
Great video! Thanks for the walk through. Clearance on the 3 bolts was difficult on mine, but luckily I got the TEKTON 18063 Stubby Combination Wrench, 8 mm on AMZN and I was able to get'er done. It took a while though, but my heat is now working after years! I am not a Dorman fan at all, so I went for a Motorcraft part which is also on AMZN, part Motorcraft YH1752 for my 2007 F-150, and it's pretty cheap too.
LMFAO the car places were telling me it was my heater core. Thank you for this. I heard a clicking noise everytime I tried to turn on the heater and I would only get cold air. What a RIP off for these car places to pretend the issue is more than it is.
Awesome video...May want to disconnect battery first...locating a popped fuse because something completely different isn't working right is a bitch sometimes.
Hey Sam thanks for the Video. I have a 2007, I have perfect AC but no heat right now. All hoses are Hot, Motor Temp and Coolant at right levels. I do not hear any sounds like a door opening or closing from behind the dash like I heard in the past (I never remember hearing "Clicking
My truck will be blowing the ac just fine and then the heat will start blasting when I hear a noise like a flap behind radio. Will this fix the problem?
is the shaft keyed to go in only one way? mine is stuck on heat do i need to clock the new switch to the left or right or will it figure out where it is on its own?
The 06 generation does not have an Air Cabin Filter. I believe it's the 02-08 models, but not 100% sure. Mines an 08, and likewise there isn't one. There is a modification kit that you can buy that let's you install one, but by factory you're without. As far as the resistor, which resistor are you referring to?
@@samcates3257 it's not the problem then what if the there's mostly water in the resorveior tank and not enough antifreeze would that cause the heater not to blow hot air
@@samcates3257 thanks, I couldn't find a motorcraft actuator at any parts store in my area. I ended up getting a techsmart actuator hopefully it works out. I guess anything is better than that doorman crap.
I’ve been coming back to this video every Year in spring. I guess when you go from heat in the morning to AC in the afternoon every day, it wears this out. Thanks for skipping the bullsht introductions and thanks for not trying to overexplain every little thing. If I’m watching a video on getting deep into the dash, I probably know that I’ll need tools, disconnect the battery, don’t scratch the trim, it’s gonna be tight, blah blah blah.
This guy gets it done in no time. No-nonsense video that shows all the steps required. Great video!
Thanks for for the video. I had problems with the spline lining up, so I connected the harness, started the truck up and messed with the temperature. I watched the actuator shaft rotate, the splines lined up and the actuator dropped in. Then I mess with temp some more watching the actuator rotate until the mounting screw holes lined up. AC working now.
Thank you, this video is very helpful to me!
hey, it is exactly my truck. bought the part... I'm on it! thank YOU!
Thank you bud. Followed your video to do mine. Saved me 1000 bucks from going to the dealer :)
Matt Collins where did you buy the part? I get mine at auto zone and they only last about 6 months.
Sam cates Napa. It was 29 bucks but has a lifetime warranty. Same Dorman part as in your video
Tech smart (rock auto) is apparently better, but I needed the part asap
Great video! Thanks for the walk through. Clearance on the 3 bolts was difficult on mine, but luckily I got the TEKTON 18063 Stubby Combination Wrench, 8 mm on AMZN and I was able to get'er done. It took a while though, but my heat is now working after years! I am not a Dorman fan at all, so I went for a Motorcraft part which is also on AMZN, part Motorcraft YH1752 for my 2007 F-150, and it's pretty cheap too.
Mike Thompson yeah after replacing the Dorman brand every 6 months I finally bought a motorcraft brand and it’s been working great.
Best Video I have seen to replace the actuator - Thanks. I bought mine from Rock Auto.
Cross Refernce sent me wrong part
Best place & best deals ROCK AUTO does ROCK!
Nice video! Just replaced mine, made it way easier.
Update! If you remove the panel above the glove box it gives better access.
LMFAO the car places were telling me it was my heater core. Thank you for this. I heard a clicking noise everytime I tried to turn on the heater and I would only get cold air. What a RIP off for these car places to pretend the issue is more than it is.
Lol mine is giving me heat an i need cold air 😂
THANK YOU
Wow never have I replaced first time
Great job going to try on my own
My fan only works on setting 4.
Thanks for video.
Santos Rivera think it’s the motor blower resistor, mine just went out. Ford part number YH-1715.
Working on mine now
Awesome video...May want to disconnect battery first...locating a popped fuse because something completely different isn't working right is a bitch sometimes.
Hey Sam thanks for the Video. I have a 2007, I have perfect AC but no heat right now. All hoses are Hot, Motor Temp and Coolant at right levels. I do not hear any sounds like a door opening or closing from behind the dash like I heard in the past (I never remember hearing "Clicking
Take it apart & solder it. Usually the motor to the board brakes .
I need to replace the other door, the one that opens and closes the cowl vent. Anyone got a vid or a link?
Will that part fix the defrost also ?
I did this exactly as described bit nowmy truck cranks but wont start. Any suggestions?
Thanks man, did yours get stuck on hot air?
Raditz Sayayin yes
Mine is stuck on heat too going to replace it today it’s hot 🥵 out side
Thanks for the video install mine today working great I did leave out the third screw in the back
Is there not a recalibration procedure to do after replacement? seen other vids of removing a fuse etc.
No
My truck will be blowing the ac just fine and then the heat will start blasting when I hear a noise like a flap behind radio. Will this fix the problem?
is the shaft keyed to go in only one way? mine is stuck on heat do i need to clock the new switch to the left or right or will it figure out where it is on its own?
Brian Ingram I believe it will correct itself.
I connected the actuator up and held it lightly over the blend door gear. I cycled the key until it fell into place
Do you know where the Air cabin filter and resistor is located at? I have an 06 f150 harley Davidson Edition
No sorry I don’t.
The 06 generation does not have an Air Cabin Filter. I believe it's the 02-08 models, but not 100% sure. Mines an 08, and likewise there isn't one. There is a modification kit that you can buy that let's you install one, but by factory you're without.
As far as the resistor, which resistor are you referring to?
Would this also work in the same way for a 2008 ford f150?
Omar Martinez I not sure mine is a 2006 but I would think so.
Hey what’s up. My 2005 f150 won’t blow cold or hot, have you ever experienced that issue on yours ?
CG Vlogs no probably the blower fan.
Well sorry i meant it blows air but it neither gets hot or cold lol
is this the door that is causing me to not have heat in the cab ?
Larry Robertson it is possible, mine always goes to heat and stays when it breaks.
I just changed mines like 3 months ago tho
What’s the bolt sizes
Replace 5 or 6 times. Parts always Dorman 604-218 ? and lifetime on part ? Autozone ?
Bought a motorcraft last time , haven’t had to change it sense.
First problem I am mediately saw was it a doorman actuator doorman sucks always go factory ford
Did yours click my heater is not blowing hot air
Yes it would click
@@samcates3257 it's not the problem then what if the there's mostly water in the resorveior tank and not enough antifreeze would that cause the heater not to blow hot air
maybe the cause is stuck door making actuator motors go bad
Randy Stoffel I put on a motor craft one on last time and it is still working, doorman brand suck.
@@samcates3257 how long have you had the motor craft actuator installed?? Is there any other brand actuator that is good??
@@ortizromester over 6 months and it’s still going. Don’t know of a better one.
@@samcates3257 thanks, I couldn't find a motorcraft actuator at any parts store in my area. I ended up getting a techsmart actuator hopefully it works out. I guess anything is better than that doorman crap.
I give up took it to dealer ship