Jeep Wrangler: Stuck On Defrost / Mode Door Cable
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ส.ค. 2024
- In this video I fix a 2010 Jeep Wrangler that the customer complaint was, "it is stuck on defrost and the knob won't move." It is a pretty easy fix for a newer vehicle using an old style cable system. -Enjoy!
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I think Mrs. O. Positive encouragement about his quality of repairs is very genuine. I don't think there is one repair he can't perform. I might be wrong but for the many years of watching the SMA channel, the confidence level is really high. Interior repairs separate the men from the boys. Anyone can go full guerilla on these repairs and break everything. Eric O takes his time and does it right. Great video.
Kenneth White if he can do it so can you.
That's the one motto on this channel that I'm not so sure about my friend. I have upped my game on some items I have learned on this channel but i'm only 1/1000th of the mechanic that Eric O is for sure.
@@klwthe3rd Eric is just what we'd like to think they all are but we know better unfortunately.
That and him talking to himself and saying hilarious things.
I have to agree with Kenneth. I could do this, but the dashboard would have to be put back together with contact adhesive. The man has the patience of a saint when dealing with stubborn inanimate objects in general and interior plastics in particular.
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Your thinking outloud is the best part of these vids.
So many Jeeps in the shop lately...
Said every mechanic ever.
These Jeep people are nuts, says the man making an off-road Jeep and wearing a Jeep hat. Great Job as usual Mr. O.
Ugh... the sound that crappy plastic made when you were taking it apart made chills run down my spine.
Great start for the day. It ain’t an engine rebuild but Eric makes is so fun to watch and learn ,it is great. His vocal sounds make it even better. Little fella, WHOAAA there...
I love when the camera gets knocked around and he's like, "WHOOOOO fella!!!" Hehe
Lol. Worst case scenario for me, it costs me a couple hundred bucks AND somebody like you gets to make fun of me when I take it to get really fixed.
These are the most entertaining repair vids on YT. Nice work.
I have almost reached that day where I can't fix things like I use too. It sucks getting old and it sucks even more when you have the early onset of arthritis. I used to love turning wrenches. Now there are days where I dread having to do it. Still have a desire to do it, just my hands won't let me some days..
I feel your pain brother. In the last three to four years mine has ramped itself up. But keep a smile on your face and try some therapy and try to always do your best.
Oh trust me. Therapy is what keeps me going. :D
You could try avoiding acidic foods like tomatoes and orange juice. Alkaline foods will help to reduce inflammation. I used to have gout pain and arthritic joints. It's gone now that I changed my diet. Get a book or do some online research on reducing the acidic foods and it might help you. It worked for me. Doctors will tell you this won't work. It didn't cost me anything to try it, so I did try it. Who wants to suffer? Not me. I'm pain free and more mobile now. Good luck to you.
same type of mode cable is used for the temperature control knob. I had a no heat issue on my wrangler. all videos pointed me to blend door actuator that didnt solve the problem. then while watching your video I saw the temp cable, pulled everything apart like you did and found the temp cable falling off....fixed that, adjusted the heat where it belongs and I have heat in the jeep again. all this after I flushed the heater core and tore it apart to change the actuator. you saved me again....thanks for posting such great content
Nice Job E... I have a 2010 Rubicon and have been working on Wranglers for 15 years.. Yes they are primitive (not sure about the new JL) but like the guy at the parts counter said.. hes never sold one.. thats because they very rarely if ever break. Parts are easy to get and for the most part inexpensive.. and they are fun to drive especially in the summer on the beach and in the mountains!!!! Gotta love the Wrangler :)
When all else fails, the vehicle won't run, the vehicle won't start, who ya gonna call? Eric O! It is so good to hear Mrs. O supporting Mr. O. She is a keeper!
Difficult camera angles, Mastered !
Thanks a whole bunch....
I swear,Eric is the Michael Jordan of auto mechanics.🚗🔧 Happy 🎃
Seriously though... I can't really jump very high, just sayin
GOT EM! lol
But "what will Mrs O do" if he does fail someday? She will make him try again...
You are an expert at dismantling things. Make it look so easy. When I try, everything is so difficult!
Great video. The diagnostic and step by step makes your videos invaluable. Thank you for taking the time.
Who could ever criticize the Master? Thanks Eric!
The wisest part of the advice today is the way that even an experienced pro reaches for the dealer repair manual before proceeding. Alldatadiy and Mitchelldiy both offer inexpensive 5 year subscriptions for those of us who tinker with our cars, and I get one for every car I own. Electronic copies are much better than the old Haynes manuals, which lacked detail and couldn't offer TSBs. Of course if you're lucky enough to own a car fixed at SouthMain, you'll find an outstanding video here on TH-cam showing a step by step experience, ha ha.
Totally agree. I have FSM's for those that I work on regularly and rely on AlldataDIY for the rest of what rolls in the door.
I go to GM parts sites to see how things are attached. I just had some fun with an A pillar molding today. I was able to get the panel off but when installing it, the clip kept pushing back instead of going into the hole. I ended up carving a wooden plug to put behind the clip to keep it in place.
It was comical how those manuals would go into detail about easy and obvious things but not give you the information you really needed, like remove 6 screws but not show where the 6 screws are.
spelunkerd. How much does the 5 year subsciption cost? Do you feel you need both? Is one better than the other? Thanks
+Bighead I get one or the other, not both, about $50 for 5 years or $15 for one year. Mostly I've used alldatadiy. My one Mitchell subscription for the 2015 Subaru is a little hard to follow, but I don't know if that is the newer car effect (too much reliance on dealer scan tool for diagnostics, weak diagrams, poor explanations and confusing algorithms), or Mitchell itself. These secondary sellers just copy what dealers provide, so if the dealer manual is too focused on professional algorithms then it won't be as helpful for amateurs. The technical service bulletins for common faults can be really helpful, with some info on what they will cover on warranty and what they don't.
I had to make a bunch of artwork in the mod instructions we did for the Weapon systems we designed... a good picture saves tons of words...
I am a picture man myself :)
perfect start to my early morning. coffee and SMA.
the education the entertainment and the personality PRICELESS thank mr O
I see that vehicle is equipped with a Millennial Theft Deterrent. Nicely done, Mr. O! Didn't even break a clip!
We all have confidence in you Eric. You can fix anything...!
ANOTHER GREAT SURGERY BY DR.O
I had this exact same problem and was able to replace the part myself due to this video. He described everything perfectly thank you sir
8:39 Your honesty and perseverance is always appreciated! Thanks for all that you do and post.
Wow I didn't think they still used cables on the doors thought they all went over to electronic actuator's. Where they trying to save money haha. Like Mrs O says you do great work thanks for showing us your work.
Jeep definitely maximises their profits by including cheap parts and under-engineering. It works though. Jeep customers like "simple" and a lot of Jeep components deliver. You however mastered the camera angles in tight areas and it's always a treat to hear from Vanessa.
thanks Mr and Mrs O..entertaining and up to your usual high standard.
Another Great Video! One good thing about cables, you don't have to deal with motors, feedback loops, electronic wiz bang stuff, "low speed c.a.n." network stuff, a.t.c. modules, etc. In this Jeep's case, you didn't have to remove the entire dash to change the cable. Ya, I'm not the biggest fan of electronic HVAC controls. Oh well. I didn't design, build, or break it......I just fix it! Have a great day!
Hope the doc appointment is routine mate! Take Brakekleen... their cleansing swabs are baby strength! Lol Great vid to watch.
We've gone through several of those in our Jeep. Issue is as they get a little older the cable won't slide as well and this can cause the long portion that bent in the video to bend as you twist. Best thing we've figured is when installing lube the cable with white lithium. If you ever are twisting and you feel resistance, back off and work it back slowly. Being gentle with that cable is just a good idea anyway.
You're so honest Mrs O.!! I think Eric is trying to tell ya that he wants candles and a steak dinner tonite!! Ha Ha!
Now that our daughter is 6 I think that Frozen song is permanently embedded in my brain.....hah! Millions of times of hearing that song and seeing the movie.
I did a mode door replacement on my Dodge Ram I used heater treater kit. Works like a charm, what a pain in the neck tho. Great video. I wish mine was just a cable lol
Haven’t gotten to catch one of your videos for a while now I got some catching up to do you are great man love watching a master at work
I sure like your tool girl way better than that OTHER guy lol.
Mustie 1 doesn't even come close to SMA. This man does it the right way and keeps it real what ever he does he films . That other guy is cheap and uses old used parts. I like Eric he does a very honest video . But when the boss shows up look out . Great all around . All the new cars are using cheap plastic anyway.
Mustie1 is a guy who likes to fool around on his own stuff in his garage, SMA is a professional mechanic. Can't really compare them
These Jeep guys are nuts LOL... as I'm contemplating looking for a used one as a toy/2nd. Well... Hmm. I trust ya so maybe I'll reconsider. And.. Eric you got lucky with mrs. O she seems like a super gal ! great fix I'm glad you put this up as interior work is tricky and nice to see how it pops apart !
For someone who kept saying he was guessing, you certainly blew through that repair like a scalded dog. Good job sir.
Thank you.... I was looking at how that cable connects to the controls for 20 minutes. I probably would have broken it if not for seeing your video.
Is there any thing Eric can't fix? What a pro.
Man you are brilliant i am learning something new everyday from you
Having a picture or a few instructions can make or break things. Sucks having to pay a subscription but in a garage ya need it. Eric’s knowledge on how things work helps a lot too. The biggest job I had that involved tearing the whole dash apart was on a heater core job. I had to tear everything apart and pull the dash back, including dropping the steering wheel to get to that bugger
Wait a damn minute - There is a Classic Twist? A Classic Twist! WTH! That folks, I do believe, is a SMA first . Thanks Dr. O!
Let's be real here, it is the classic push and twist....
that's not how chubby checker sung it !!!!
Did't think the dash was going to let go of that panel! LOL
Still way better than the whole electronic gizmo actuators.
SMA and Mustie 1 at the same time! You won this time Eric!
Al Ellish both are reach around fools.
Good morning Eric. That plastic will not put up with the pressure in another 10 years. In the rust belt, that shouldn't be a problem
Cheessssssssssy plastic. Wow. Nice job as usual!
I had an ear break off the HVAC box on my 87 Taurus wagon - it wouldn't change temperature! I just fixed the AC in that rolling toilet, new EVAP core, accumulator, lines and compressor. What the heck! One self tapper to lock the cable to where the ears were, fixed that! You can hear the self tapper digging into the plastic can't you?
Ironic. Eric is fixing the defrost mode actuator cable and singing Ice tunes. 👍👍
So Mrs. O says if you can't fix anything, she will replace you? You did good!
I wonder if the service info also says, "Do not utter the word TIPM or you must replace the TIPM." LOL
Just had mine done at 98k for $1279.
Great job Eric O
NICE LITTLE JOB.kEEP UP THE GOOD WORK
Thank you Eric. Appreciate you very much. Have a good night and weekend.
Had a similar issue with my 1999 Pontiac Grand Prix .. Air flow would not switch to the proper vent outlets. Fortunately on that car, it was an electrically operated vacuum solenoid valve assembly that needed to be swapped out. Located just under the glove box by the blower motor. Easy to change, just hard to get under there.
Another jeep video who would have thunk! Nice job Eric!
I just heard about your channel from 'BigCliveDotCom'. I like your style. Best wishes from England.
Cool video I admire your patience. I wait till after hours to do interior stuff. Too many distraction otherwise.
love the video keep it up
your fan from Canada
Yep plastic is the Bain of auto repair good job!
Thank you so much for this video. It helped us out 💯
You're so welcome!
May have been only a cable but it was a heated exchange LMAO !!!!!!
Dorman instructions are easy to follow.
1. Cut hole in heater box.
2. Jerry rig blend door cable.
3. Cover cut hole with shiny aluminum tape.
AND that cable assembly is made in the USA! A rarerity.
‘It’s always a Jeep Thing, lol”
Hardy har har har
Mr O can fix a car
Hardy har har har
Mr O can fix a car
Goooooo SMA!
Instrument panel/interior trim removals always makes me feel like I'm walking on egg shells and ready to let out an "aw sh*t" at any moment.
P.S. Listen to the Mrs. regarding any doc appointments...
I would’ve flipped my biscuits if when Eric said what are ya gonna do when I can’t fix something mrs.o would have said I’ll call Keith
Super helpful and much apprecaited
Him under that Dash with all that banging around and Clashing of plastic. Makes me want to keep my 90s Honda. And just fixed the stuff that breaks. Not that I enjoy that but it's better than going out spending 35 Grand
In an emergency I would rely on this man's intuition . He uses a complex set of calculations for each decision he makes. 4:51 "come on lil fella" ....5:01 "you got to get a lil mean with it" ....5:05 "I can feel ya....5:08 "shes coming "... :)
Try fixing the blend door problem on a 97 Lincoln Mark VIII. Total nightmare. I have heat and defrost only. I am leaving it there, at least for the winter.
Thank you for this video.
I have officially assimilated to SMA verbiage. I managed to say "cattywampus" seconds before you did.
So did I!
Great video Eric O
Eric,
Something is very wrong there. You should have gotten a code from the Mode Door Cable module. You need to look into that. Also is it a Jeep thing or a cheap thing? :)
SMA#1
God bless
Paul
Good luck at the Dr's.
Excellent Video!! Thanks Man
"and this plastic feels super flimsy" - THAT'S the jeep thing that nobody f*ckn understands
Thumbs up for the lady driving a stick shift!
Got smiles... thanks !
Yeah I caught that Jeep thing one time,
Now it burns when I pee.
Thanks for the video and confirming my suspicions that Jeep still gold plate their parts in pricing points and making as cheap as possible and ask tons of money for the Jeeps.
I know the feeling about the cheap plastic. Had to put a shifter in my wife 08 town and country. Had to take most the dash out all went well till I dropped a screw into the defrost vent and had to take it all apart
I remember many cars having screws hidden down inside the vents, had to pull he stupid vents apart without breaking them, then get at the screws without losing them down the ducts lol
I call it piano wire, but if you go to McMaster Carr to buy it they sell it as music wire. That's the stuff they used (and owners bent) back in the day.
astro light review i got the new 65sl light in today super nice light they astro finally got some in best buy of the year i think going to order more just to have.
Sometimes on jeeps the little plastic clip that holds the door in place dries out and breaks,on top of the heater box grab the door pivot and push the door back into position hold it there the other end sticks out on the bottom of the heater casing push a speed nut onto the shaft. Quick fix.
The solid wire cables tend be more durable and bit more 'no parts required' fixable/adaptable .
Cheap part and easy fix, pulling old interior trim makes my eyes and butt squint lol .
was gravy baby, mainly due to bit of pre thought and care ...
I'd rather buy a cable for $16 than pay $45 for a blend door motor. KISS, keep it simple stupid.
Stranded wire push cable and lack of headlight on warning alarm are a couple examples of engineers being distracted by over complicating things like the radio.
Strange- how it got kinked in the first place. Misrouted cable at factory, caused a bind?
Not sure, everything moved free... it's a Jeep thing
probably just bad chinesium
Never sold one before? Did you look in the vents for the frozen toy that jammed the mode door and caused the issue?
This is probably still like that from the winter. More doors tend to freeze and impatient people try to force them.
Eric O if they ever shutdown the plastic factories we will have no more cars. We'd have to build them the old fashion way with metal. Imagine what a 40000$+ jeep would cost then. What a rip off. Another good one though. ❤️
I know this is a keep vid. But of you get a chevy rear 8 lug 14 bolt would make a great video. There is very little info on this. Thanks for all the get videos.
I'd be wondering what made it bend like that..something on the other end must have got stuck and the cable got bent by it trying to force the other end to move.
You can feel the tension build as the plastic panel is pulled before the retainer pops loose.
Great repair but why is the air vent section still loose
Doctors appt... good luck!