2011 Chevy Impala Blend Door Actuator

Just another Video about the Clicking Noises sometimes heard in the Chevy Impala. This is a classic noise and normally you will find one or the other Actuators to be Bad.
Passenger Side is more common in my opinion but could be easily on the other side as well.
Here are both of the Numbers.
ACDelco Blend Door Actuator Pass. Side ACD 15-74122
ACDelco Blend Door Actuator Driver Side ACD 15-74123

[@dennissecor8092]

Excellent video no background noise and right to the point, short and sweet, great job thank you!

[@judithcopeland6821]

So glad I found this video, it is exactly what is wrong with my car. I am thankful for the mechanics who take the time to help us out by explaining these things. This is an EXCELLENT video, very helpful, and much appreciated. Thank you so much!

[@jeremygiles7617]

So, I've spent about a year wondering what that ckicking noise was. Then, while searching for a video showing how to replace the cabin air filter, I stumbled upon this video. Parts are on order. Thank you.

[@Bo-dr5wd]

Thanks just replaced my 2012 impala due to an accident with another 2012 impala, this was the issue and an easy fix for someone who is intimidated by working on my car by myself.

[@markmorana4135]

Ralph, I thought I would need to pull out the dash but your video nailed it for me. Thank you!

[@crystalcarson8318]

Thank you so much for your video sir! Single mom here and you saved me money brought the GM part on amazon 30 bucks thank you.. and I broke mine apart lol to see if the teeth were missing and they were on the middle size 1 ur a life saver

[@leeholt8442]

you are the kind of mechanic I can really appreciate because you don't waste a lot of time with useless information and get to to the point.Thank you so much.

[@melaniekay5807]

You're a pleasure to watch, thank you. :) I'm a RN I was Diagnosing my own car trouble to fix on my own, so thank you for the video it was Great! :)

[@TheoGarza]

Happened to my impala as well. Apparently this is a very common problem with GM vehicles.

[@nevo1010]

THANK YOUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU that damm noise was driving me crazy....great video and straight to the point Thank you again

[@camotow9049]

Thanks for taking the time

[@elizabethrichins651]

Your the best I was able to diagnose this in less than 2 minutes because of you ❤

[@beakboi9533]

I love these cars because there are so many of em lmao

[@BeautifulWolf1987]

I have a 2011 Impala as well and it's clicks, too. It's had 3 actuator replacements already by the previous owner. It doesn't affect the air flow (I see my breath with the ac running lol) so I'm not worried about it. Eventually will have it replaced.

[@ralfsautomotive]

Do it yourself. It is very easy and only takes minutes.

[@CastBlastCamp]

2010 chevy impala, It doesn't have the clicking noise but the driver side vents are not blowing cold/ responding to temp controls like the passenger side. Replaced driver side actuator hoping to fix the issue. Still having the same issue. Any ideas? Any help is most appreciated!

[@pycobob31]

thank you so much for this video!

[@SoftAsFur]

Instead of trying to remove the glove box pins, just remove the 4 phillips screws and the 3 7/64 hex screws for the handle, and take the box part off. Much easier.

[@briansmith8846]

Thank you for this!!

[@6gendj584]

Thanks because my 2009 Impala is doing this exact same thing

[@thenewbohemianworkshop388]

Thank you sir. I think you solved my problem.

[@davidramirez4615]

Im subscribing. Thank you. Thumbs up. For tbe video

[@joser.mendiola1602]

Great job 👍

[@patfinallyrich1008]

I replaced two actuators for defrost and recycling air etc. I have no heat on either side I need to change driver side actuator and the actuator you did in video correct

[@ralfsautomotive]

Yes but you may also have to get them calibrated if they do not work out of the box. Actually that should be done anyway but it seems most people get away with not doing it.

[@patfinallyrich1008]

I’ve heard just undo battery and it’ll do what it needs to when you wait and plug back later thank your for the help and giving me the part numbers

[@ralfsautomotive]

@@patfinallyrich1008 I cannot confirm about the battery as that is not something we do.

[@GPTInDaHouse]

I just replaced my actuator on the far right side two days ago , think it’s called the blend door actuator. Was great yesterday but popping today, not as much but still popping. Should I be worried? I heard something about a recalibration..... fairly pissed at actuators 🤣

[@ralfsautomotive]

Yes some have the option for re-calibration in most cases that should no the an issue. I do however not know how to do that procedure without a scan tool. Here in the Shop I use the GM Tech 2 so I do not know what to tell you.

[@zacharywhite8230]

DORMAN PARTS ARE JUNK. USUALLY DONT LAST LONG!

[@apollo-go5ol]

Good job 👍

[@bennieboy2014]

Do they need to make Clicking noise for it to be Bad?

[@ralfsautomotive]

if they make a ratcheting noise they are bad.

[@899tone]

My car blows cold air on the driver's side, on the far passenger's side, its warm. Do I still go the glove box route?

[@ralfsautomotive]

I would have to check and see what is going on to answer that correctly

[@brandonmcqueary6091]

Will these actuators affect over all air flow? I just replaced a blower motor and an actuator on my 2013 Impala that looks extremely similar to this one and the same actuator went out, the one you just replaced and I don’t have air flow and it’s been only 6-7 months. I’m going to go buy the actuator to replace the new broken one now but I’m kind of at a loss on what’s going on or why it’s happening again (although they are the cheap Chinese doorman brand that you mentioned here).

[@ralfsautomotive]

You have to test and make sure that the blend door can move freely. Other than that, Dorman is pure junk.

[@michaelzayas2347]

Trying to get some information for parents car they have 2011 Impala it makes that clicking sound on driver side when unlock or locking the doors with remote wondering if thats same issue. It also makes same clicking noise when I move button to hot or cold for driver side I'm assuming that's accuator as well. I do believe both sides have to be replaced but I see you say there's 3 all together, is the third one in the glove box area as well.

[@ralfsautomotive]

One is the fresh air or recirc that one does not really matter. there is a learn we do with the scan tool.

[@nycityman18]

Unplugged both actuators in glove compartment..clicking gone but i still get heat on driverside and cold on passengers side...is there another actuator..reason im asking is because the actuator control on the driver side works even though i unplugged both....

[@ralfsautomotive]

there are 3 in total.

[@martingomez5540]

I have already replace my blend door actuators but it keeps making the noise any suggestions

[@ralfsautomotive]

3 in total. May have to do the calibration

[@daakrolb]

I know there are at least 2 of these- one to select vent/floor/defrost, one to select temperatures for each zone. But- is there a 3rd to control fresh air or recirculation?

[@ralfsautomotive]

Yes there is

[@daakrolb]

@@ralfsautomotive oh I’m going to have to find a video on that I think…

[@corvettebob96]

@@daakrolb There were 3 of these blend door motors(604-108) on my 2008 Impala. And a different motor(604-134) for the vent/floor/defrost/etc modes. Identical to the car in video. Dual climate control. If there is only a single climate control, then there are only 2 blend door motors. The 604-108 is Driver temp control above gas pedal(hard to change but doable), Passenger temp control(easiest to change) which is the one he changed in the video and fresh air control (medium difficulty). If you look into glove box in video, it is in upper right corner close to firewall. I changed it by sitting in drivers' seat and leaning on passenger seat. Easy peasy. The 604-134 for selecting the mode is to the left about 4" from the one he replaced in the video.

[@angeldad1221]

Isn't this considered a defect and if not why not? I believe its the majority of impalas or am i wrong?

[@ralfsautomotive]

There is a load of them for sure but not enough for a recall

[@daledennis6010]

Thanks

[@checkmate-llc3178]

There's a second one to the right connected to the vent door. I replaced one a week ago and it started back. Should I replace the second one too? If so how can I reach it. It's a very tight space would I have to get inside the dash?

[@ralfsautomotive]

The other one is a pain but you can find videos for that as well.

[@checkmate-llc3178]

@@ralfsautomotive thank you

[@timtim4054]

My car is making the clicking noice ..and blowing cold air with heat on .. On the passenger side. .. Will replacing this stop the noice and blow hot air

[@ralfsautomotive]

That is the Idea! Your Blend Door is inoperative(Stuck)

[@carlitosgonzalez2431]

Quick question does that drain the battery in any way

[@ralfsautomotive]

I had them keep buzzing so yes.

[@keatonlabarge]

I can’t get mine to fit in there right

[@ralfsautomotive]

Make sure it is timed correctly

[@kengar5951]

What did you spray when spraying the lube

[@ralfsautomotive]

The Liquide wrench Dry Lube for Lock's and such, It can be had at your local Rural king

[@lilmagmamane2649]

Can an actuator affect the car so it makes it turn off

[@ralfsautomotive]

No it can not

[@shanepriceloyd]

How do we fix the blendoor if it doesn’t turn by hand

[@ralfsautomotive]

If the blend door is sticking you may have a more severe issue and that could potentially kill the new motor. try to use some dry lube first.

[@oscarencarnacion4409]

Are there any consequences for not replacing it? Other than pissing me off

[@ralfsautomotive]

Sure. Your blend door will be inoperative.

[@SyMaster1]

@@ralfsautomotive my passenger side blend door failed, then by letting it run all summer with the a/c the driver side failed as well.

[@ralfsautomotive]

@@SyMaster1 LOL price for owning one of these cars but hey, it is decent otherwise and repairs are generally not too high.

[@sherryblake8970]

How long does it take to fix?

[@ralfsautomotive]

About an hr

[@ramey_4332]

What happens if you change it and then theres no heat. Theres no noise, but now no heat

[@ralfsautomotive]

Odds are the Motor was not installed correctly and if it was the new one may be faulty. Always check and verify that the blend door can be moved by hand.

[@ramey_4332]

@@ralfsautomotive Your right. I got it to work now the other side is out. Had to order one more. Should be easier now that I know what I'm doing...lol. thanks for the video.

[@garycarr2187]

My aviator not clicking just blowing hot on passenger side and cold on driver side

[@ralfsautomotive]

Blend door actuator.

[@jaycalloway3690]

Can a bad actuator cause your battery to drain?

[@ralfsautomotive]

Likely not! Have the Local Parts Store check your Battery, if it is OK you will have to find someone that can do a parasitic drain test.

[@lydiagutierrez7152]

I had the same knocking sound coming from my Chevy Impala 2011 and my car battery went out aswell. I was told it was a bad battery, so I replaced the battery, once that was complete the knocking went away.

[@dinkyramirez9866]

If I take it to a mechanic how much will it take to get it fixed ??? PLEASE ANYONE 🥺 The Price ???

[@ralfsautomotive]

Likely about 150 or so. That should Include the Part.

[@dinkyramirez9866]

@@ralfsautomotive Thank You!

[@dwaynegreen5845]

Looks like metal or steel gears would solve that issue permantly

[@ralfsautomotive]

Sometimes engineers will add weak points to prevent more damage. Not saying that it is in this case but possible.

[@corvettebob96]

Yes, it would solve this issue but possibly create another. 1998 F150 had an issue where the blend door shaft would break. Actuator worked great until the shaft broke. There was a patch kit but it was hit or miss. Only proper way to fix would be to remove entire dash and plenum to replace the blend door. My fix for a rusted out, oil burning truck was to cut a hole in plenum and use a coat hanger to hold door open or closed. Adjust wire in Summer and Winter. I would rather replace the weak actuator instead of the blend door.

[@TheOutwiththeold]

on some to need a scan tool ... to carry out the calibration...

[@ralfsautomotive]

They should always be calibrated.

[@edsonrodriguez2374]

is this a $200 job, cause that’s what my mechanic is charging me to fix mines ..

[@ralfsautomotive]

I hope that is including the part. The one in the video takes less than an hour

[@chrisreeves7075]

Hell no its $16 for two actuators, most mechanic shops are a rip off in my experience

[@BriBri256]

i think an actuator on my impala has drained my battery 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@ralfsautomotive]

it is entirely possible