A/C ticking noise EASY FIX for free

Hi, in this video I will show you how to do a cabin filter on a 2008 Dodge Avenger. I will also show you how to get rid of that ticking noise every time you turn your car A/C on. Thanks, I hope I helped someone fix their own car with this video. :)
The problem has 2 names:
1. Air Recirculation actuator
2. Door Blender actuator
Here is the link for the replacement: amzn.to/37CEbj6

[@-_-Spectator-_-]

Yeah I'm tired of turning on my car and people looking at me funny. About to do this now 😂 ty so much!

[@danacorbin8047]

Amazing - I had the same problem and I just went out and fixed the noise in 2 minutes start to finish! The disgusting part is that last week, my mechanic told me I had a block in my A/C line and they would need to pull the entire dash out of my 2013 Dodge Journey to fix it at a cost of between $3,000 and $4,000!!!! Thank you so much - the world needs more honest people like you :)

[@bjvu9460]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. You should show your mechanic the video then tell him that you are replacing him with another dishonest mechanic

[@bowiehunter]

to be fair, you didn't fix it, you just unplugged it. Fixing it would be replacing the actuator. Which would not be a 2 minute job.

[@live4christ295]

@@bowiehunterthat’s fair, but the MUCH MORE affordable option should be proposed if you have any decency about ya

[@bowiehunter]

@@live4christ295 the part is like $17 on rockauto. Omg so expensive.

[@dylanchatman1734]

@@bjvu9460I mean air and heat still flows. Nothing was blocked. So they need a new mechanic anyway

[@KimberlyBoroos-qy7qf]

Yes!! Thank you!! The shop wanted over $500 to replace it My trusty 2008 is too old to spend that on something I don’t even need. And I’ve been listening to the constant tick tick tick Thank you thank you!! I am fixing this in the morning!! And I’m a 57 year old woman who knows very little about car repairs

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks I'm so happy you found my video , thanks for your feedback

[@vusinkuna453]

I wasted money on a new heat actuator on my Jeep Compass 2013 but the irritating sound never stopped. Thank you so much, I have just followed your advice right now and I am very satisfied with the results.

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks boss for your feedback

[@kalakalatu]

Dude, you're a frickin' genius. This has been bugging the hell out of me for months!

[@nestorautorepair]

Lol thanks boss

[@libertadrebenga7343]

@@nestorautorepair Thank you Sir!

[@laneythumser4106]

wow! i have the same problem in my 2012 avenger and i just searched “ac clicking” didn’t expect to see the same model! very helpful

[@nestorautorepair]

Your welcome I also have 3 others video same sound similar problem fix ,, thanks for your feedback

[@Hiru11chrisna]

I thought my compressor was messed up, but here I am sitting in awe. Thanks a lot bro!

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes sir thanks for your feedback

[@matthewjoseph845]

Thanks a lot bro. That fixed that annoying sound that's been going on for weeks. Legend!

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss , thanks for your feedback

[@AsPerUsual_]

exact issue i've been having, you're the man, i'm gonna try this tomorrow and see what happens

[@nestorautorepair]

Best luck , thanks for your feedback Brandon

[@solcutta3661]

4 months and u not bothered to follow up with what happened.... So??!! Did It Work For u?

[@outof_sarahtonin]

@@solcutta3661three years later and still no update!!

[@tudorkovacs5361]

You made my day man! I found the same problem in my Seat Ibiza. Just disconnected this shit and no bother anymore! Thanks!

[@cgendur]

Thanks so much, that was my exact issue. I’m on a budget and now I can solve the problem until further notice.

[@cgendur]

One question though, if this issue would be ongoing, could it drain my battery? The clicking noises persisted with the car off as well. I unexpectedly experienced some having battery issues.

[@nestorautorepair]

Okay

[@daryndickey9648]

Perfect! After replacing a blend door actuator and the noise still happening this is just what I needed.

[@nestorautorepair]

Then you have more then one actuator bad sir

[@LorencCala]

Basically unplug every actuator sir, the fix is still there :)

[@nestorautorepair]

Fallow the noise and unplug it

[@masonmccalister8535]

Same thing happened to me. Had no hot air at the same time as the knocking noise, replaced the blend door actuator and fixed the no hot air problem, but I realized it also knocks when on circulating air.

[@Ray_Ray]

@@masonmccalister8535what did the problem wind up being??

[@mc-fm6ft]

Thank you!! My Mazda 3 just started doing this and I was quoted over $1,000 to fix it! I’m going to try this instead🙏

[@nestorautorepair]

Wow $1,000 yeah try that don’t I also have other video same noise but in different place . But still will be one of the door blender actuator. Best luck Maria thanks for your feedback

[@jalapenodragon780]

Fixed!!! (Sort of) Thank you thank you thank you!!! It's been making me crazy!!! When I have the air on "intake," the ticking is loud, and sounds like it is coming from the front. But (thanks to you) I discovered that when the air is on "circulate" it still knocks, but it sounds like the ticking sound is coming from the back, but it is very quiet in comparison. (Like, I only really hear it when the glove box is out. Once I close it up, I can't really hear it)

[@Tiktok._.mashup15]

I have been hearing this noise for a year or so now and could not figure out the issue. I'm about to do this in my 2014 Chrysler 200 as soon as I get back home. I took it to a mechanic and they wanted to charge damn near $500 to take the dash apart to repair it. Nope. I'm so glad I found this video.

[@nestorautorepair]

Wow for real let me do it for $499 lol ,, just follow the noise your car has 3 or 4 door blender so one of them is bad

[@Ziad.]

I was looking for this video my Saturn Aura 2008 just started to make this noise a week ago thanks bro u a legend

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks boss

[@superfliping]

Thanks bro, video still helping DIY people.

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks boss

[@taytayisfabulous]

I looked up what was happening in my car and this video popped up, i haven’t tried it yet but I’m 100% sure it’s going to work. I was so worried I’d have to take it in again. I have a 2009 Dodge Avenger so I can’t wait to fix it and see if it helps. Thank you so much

[@nestorautorepair]

Your welcome boss thanks for your feedback and best luck

[@vusinkuna453]

I tried it on my Jeep Compass 2013 right now after watching his video and I got relieved of that irritating sound immediately.

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks boss , I'm so happy for you , thanks for your feedback

[@nestorautorepair]

This will be on a jeep as well kzbin.info/www/bejne/en2cgWSli5x8ors

[@lulurivera3779]

Same here but a dodge avenger 2014 SE making the same noise

[@Jonnystone5]

This is the problem I’ve been having. Thank you for showing this

[@DmbDaleJr]

Thanks bro! I have the same sound in my Kia Sorento for a year now and I am positive it’s the same issue!

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss

[@alexmiranda3107]

Saved me from replacing a bunch of unnecessary parts, thanks man!

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss , thanks for your feedback

[@patriciawarren5860]

Thank You for a wealth of information that solved the problem.

[@nestorautorepair]

You're very welcome and thanks for your feedback

[@knives564]

Thank you so much! Because of you I tried pressing the button that reuses the inside air and it stopped the tapping noise unfortunately the blower door seems to be located somewhere in the middle or back of my truck but now at least I don't have to deal with that annoying tapping 😂❤

[@MrPlayInFace]

Thank You Sooooo Much. I’ll let my Moms know it’s safe again. She thought I was trying to take her out. 2016 JeeP Patriot.

[@elynavarro2485]

Thanks friend! You helped me a lot!

[@nestorautorepair]

You are very welcome , thanks for your feedback

[@stingray4780]

Thank you so very much!!!! My 2014 Ram 1500 is clicking away recently! Now I understand! Thank you for this video!!!!

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes sir you're welcome , thanks for your feedback

[@Staff0591]

The real MVP! Appreciate the video. Gained a subscriber!

[@nestorautorepair]

Wow You're welcome. Thanks for your feedback boss

[@garyandrews762]

Have spent some time trying to figure out were that clicking noise was coming from.Thanks much

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss thanks for your feedback

[@ironman-xg9nr]

Less than 5 min fix thank you

[@nestorautorepair]

Your welcome boss thanks for your feedback

[@dylanchatman1734]

Definitely just worked for me after 3 months of the noise… right on!

[@theconspiracydentist]

Thank you. It worked like a charm.

[@julioxfinity7066]

Thank you my brother, let me tell you, I had the same problem with a 2013 Kia Optima and disconnecting that connector fixed it for me. It was a pain in the a$$ for me to get to it though

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks for your feedback boss

[@Rey_M]

Bro! This is a 3 year old video. And today I "fixed" that problem on my 09 Mitsubishi Raider. I thought it was the fan and I was about to buy it until I saw your video. You're the man mate. One question, do you (or anyone else) know the name of that stupid part? I'm sure it's a pain to replace it. I have very little space to move around. And I hope is just a screw or two to get it out lol 😆

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks for your feedback boss , is call door blender actuator

[@Rey_M]

@@nestorautorepair really appreciate it bossman. Good looking out!

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss

[@eben4star]

Thanks, man! You're a hero

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss thanks for your feedback

[@CodyG.]

Thank you for explaining this to us. I also have a 2008 Dodge avenger but my question is will Is my car still give out cold air when that's Unplugged?

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes it will work , you will not get outside air that's it

[@danielbennett5195]

Helped me. Thank you!

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks Daniel

[@Distinctwrapz]

Thank you bro, I didn’t wanna spend more money into my car, and that noise was so annoying

[@nestorautorepair]

Nice!! Thanks for your feedback boss

[@naturalcare2373]

Good stuff man, have a 2013 making that noise....Thanks

[@nestorautorepair]

U welcome Carlos , thanks for your feedback

[@gatispaeglisproduction]

Hey thank you man! I have same issue with jeep patriot!!

[@nestorautorepair]

Oh thanks boss , here is the link for your jeep ,, kzbin.info/www/bejne/en2cgWSli5x8ors

[@ForevaKurious]

I have that exact sound in my car and your video just helped me a lot. Thank you

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks for your feedback

[@josezavala9510]

I have the same issue in my 2004 Nissan Pathfinder Armada is it the same process as in this video or different?

[@precisionbrown6829]

I’ve been going through this for two summers! Thanks my friend ❤

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss

[@captivatingimages2953]

Thanks Buddy! that helped me out big time

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss thanks for your feedback

[@JRKing-nm7fi]

Aye yo this actually worked lol good look bro 🙏

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks J. R King

[@davepky]

Great! Thanks so much for the info!

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss , thanks for your feedback

[@baybeegurllp369]

Fixed it thank you so much for posting this ! ❤

[@tommyatt8193]

Excellent! Thank you for sharing.

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss thanks for your feedback

[@ericnazario8350]

Exactly I did it already in a Nissan fronteir 2006 thank you .

[@nestorautorepair]

Your welcome thanks for your feedback boss

[@LETTUCEISACOWBOY]

I have the same problem but I have it keeps on ticking in the driver side it ticks a lot at some points I don’t know if it’s the same problem or not?

[@templepugh9449]

Thanks so much out of all the videos I watched yours helped me A LOT. Can you just leave that piece disconnected

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes you can thanks for your feedback

[@jabear88]

Great video, thank you

[@desmar7945]

good. no BS video. thanks.

[@giantkilla_]

Can't wait to try this in a few hours from now. I'll keep you posted..

[@nestorautorepair]

Ohh ok thanks

[@giantkilla_]

Vehicle still makes the tapping noise

[@nestorautorepair]

There are 2 of this part

[@giantkilla_]

@@nestorautorepair Wait. Mine isn't making a noise under the dash right there. Mine is making a noise right behind the climate control changer.

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes there will one up there as well but more to the side

[@olenaerhardt7725]

Thank you for this helpful film. I have that same noise regardless if the AC on or off. Before it would stop clicking when you switch to the closed mode, but now it is clicking all the time. Will it pass the state inspection w/that noise? If I want to fix the problem completely, what part should I buy (you mention some module should be changed), what's the name of it? My car is 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.

[@nestorautorepair]

Hello yes it will pass , so you need to stick your hand in there and see witch one is making the noise some cars have 3 some car 2 or 1 but the name is door blender actuator , in most cases one part will fit all 3 but is good to ask

[@olenaerhardt7725]

@@nestorautorepair Thank you so much for your replay. Yes, the car passed the state inspection yesterday. I'm trying to get the excess to that Actuator, on that car (2003 Chevy Cavalier) it is very hard, you can't remove the glove department, it is build into the dash panel. I ordered already from Amazon (it is called there for my car Air Door Actuator), but I saw many complains on those products fm Amazon. I might check w/ Auto Zone or Chevy Dealer what they have. Hopefully I'll go without removing the whole dash board. Thank you again. God Bless.

[@nestorautorepair]

Oh wow ok good luck , you're welcome

[@Biblical-christian]

It Fixed🫡 my jeep compass's problem . Thank you. God bless you. God bless 🇺🇸 America

[@alimnur3432]

This really helped me what a helpful video

[@nestorautorepair]

I'm so glad! Thanks for your feedback boss

[@evana.5575]

Does the same disconnecting steps work for a Ford Fiesta? Like how you went inside the glove compartment?

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes I'm sure it will be very close

[@jeffwallace5261]

Thanks. Great video

[@nestorautorepair]

Your welcome boss thanks for your feedback

[@egypt4000]

Wow interesting. Mines just started two weeks ago. The freakin thing ticks when car is off. Even Walking back to my car from shopping and it ticking wft. Thanks. I will try this as soon as daylight hits.

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome , there are 4 some cars has 3 , just fallow the noise and see witch one is it

[@odysseusnissan]

Thank you. I have a 2008 Mustang and it just started doing that 2 days ago. But the noise is coming from behind the AC controls below my stereo in the center. I brought it by my mechanic today and he was guessing it would be about $300 to fix(mostly labor taking the dash apart). But I'm hoping it's similar to your car and I love your fix.

[@nestorautorepair]

Wow don't pay that ,, the dash don't need to come out ,, just fallow the noise and you can do it your self ,, I also have another video

[@nestorautorepair]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/en2cgWSli5x8ors

[@nestorautorepair]

Check this video out this one was the door blender not the outside air like the one you watch first

[@geoffreylevine8907]

Nestor Auto Repair . Right after I posted, I looked for my car specifically and found a video similar to yours showing where to replace the blend door actuator I ordered a motor craft off eBay last nights for $33 shipped. Thanks!!

[@nestorautorepair]

There you go good that's the point saving money

[@leobutlerjr543]

Brother thanks to you I spent $50 only 😆 Thanks 👍🏿

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome boss

[@estevanray7320]

Having this problem rn on my 2012 charger..going to try it out thanks!

[@nestorautorepair]

Ok thanks fallow the noise

[@FarazKalloo]

Bro i saw this video and went to my navara d40 pick up and fixed..thanks bro

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks boss cool

[@TRILLTALKTV]

mines happen once i start the car would this be the same issue? i took it to the dealership they had no idea what it was

[@CarptackleUSA]

Hell yeah dude. Thank you so much.

[@nestorautorepair]

Your welcome

[@youdaman1410]

sir, do you know if this is same fix for a kia optima? we have 2012 and i cant find anything. i know the actual part is called and acutator. if you or anyone else knows, much appreciated

[@nestorautorepair]

Well if that's not the fix it will be this other video here is the link but yes it will be one of the two kzbin.info/www/bejne/en2cgWSli5x8ors

[@brishniemoestro-dewnath8590]

Thank you for sharing. It solved the problem of my Toyota sequoia.

[@nestorautorepair]

You’re welcome

[@HectorMartinezAliciaMartinez]

Good video. Is that module expensive to replace? Parts and labor

[@nestorautorepair]

Not really like $45 in parts and $30 labor

[@topowright22]

Hey man , thank you!!!

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes sir you are welcome , thanks for your feedback

[@Mikesalas1989]

Awesome bro!! Thanks!!

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome

[@Songaysmenosyoyeah123]

Tnx alot!!!! This works fine to me. My car was spending a lot of battery cause this ticking sound even when the car was off! But lets see if that motor was my energy problem

[@jackmeeksiii732]

My 15 promaster is doing this, thanks homie!

[@arvinfarzafit]

Great video brother

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks bro , thanks for your feedback

[@IlVoloMaui]

2007 Toyota Camry w tapping sound at glove box, a/c blower will not turn on, is this correct way to fix my Camry? TY

[@Cmcj2828]

Awesome video. Also you can just press the button every time you turn ac on . (The button of car with arrow inside it)

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes you can

[@andreymartin8748]

Thank you bro, my car got the same sound recently.

[@nestorautorepair]

You're welcome , thanks for your feedback

[@alijenani8]

Thank you so much brother I have same problem with Chrysler 300

[@nestorautorepair]

Your welcome

[@judithgonzalez4610]

Did it work for you? I also have a Chrysler 300 and it makes that sound

[@dustinabbott3536]

Is there any possible way you could tell me where to unplug for a2012 Dodge Challenger? I’m having the same issue but the inside is set up differently

[@nestorautorepair]

Hi yes you need to wait for it make the noise and fallow the sound and stick your hand up there and confirm witch one is bad there are 3 of them ,, they are all the same

[@kwakumt623]

Thank you I will try this on my VW Passat

[@johnmatallana8106]

Dude! thanks man!

[@nestorautorepair]

You welcome John thanks for your feedback

[@inmyopinionwisdom4986]

Do you know WHY AC makes a loud buckling sound when the AC button is turned on in vehicle?

[@regbanks7888]

Thanks man. I have this problem on my avenger

[@nestorautorepair]

Oh nice this car is the same

[@Littlerocker133]

I also have this issue! "Fixed" now tho 😊

[@Rey_M]

2:22 God Bless you Sir!

[@nomiik1929]

Will it work for 2012 dodge charger RT v8? Also a garage mechanic told there are total of 4 accurators in my car?TIA

[@nestorautorepair]

Hi if this one is not the fix then here is my other video this can also be your fix kzbin.info/www/bejne/en2cgWSli5x8ors

[@pawglover37]

Dude thank you. This works on a 2011 Avenger as well.

[@nestorautorepair]

Your welcome , thanks for your feedback

[@lsautomotive9150]

Holy shiii i been mo ths with that damn noise thinking its something big ,THANK YOU

[@theexpert1825]

Outside air is important as more people more distance they go. I would suggest atleast keep a little opening at the top of the window.

[@nestorautorepair]

Ok thanks

[@nestorautorepair]

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[@paulkelly4631]

Is this just for the model of your car? I have this problem but with a 2014 toyota corolla le

[@nestorautorepair]

Hi yes this will happen with any car ,, the actuator can be in a different spot but they do the same

[@trellsims98]

Thanks… What about if it’s doing it in the rear of the car as well??

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes same fix need a blendoor

[@blueboy4rock]

Top man , thanks alot bro

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks bro

[@Rexwam]

Hey I can’t find the cable to disconnect. Mines looks similar to yours but I don’t know which cable I don’t see it . I have 2006 Pontiac pursuit . Can you please respond . I know u made this video long time ago

[@lsautomotive9150]

What that module name so o can find on a malibu plz

[@Kristynas706]

Unfortunately not the problem I have, it is ticking but not there and not with the air out on/off. The ticking comes from under steering wheel. Any help ?

[@PolishLucy1221]

Accutator I knew I was right my mechanic was wrong I'm glad I didn't spend $1,000 on and you compressor thank you for this video

[@nestorautorepair]

Yes sir thanks

[@Umaari416]

Thanks I appreciate you

[@Montrail.101]

I have a Ford hatchback but now I know for sure what that noise is

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks boss for your feedback

[@chrisosorio6947]

What is that part called anyway I have to find the switch for my car mine looks different under the cabin filter 🤔

[@nestorautorepair]

Door blender actuator

[@danielmackenzie9601]

great video. what about if the AC clicks on and off. could it just be the fuse?

[@nestorautorepair]

Thanks for your feedback,, no if is clicking on and off there can be 3 reason why ? #1 Over charged #2 Low on frion ,,, try this first #3 Bad ac clutch

[@danielmackenzie9601]

@@nestorautorepair thanks I'll check on that

[@unique452]

@@nestorautorepair thanks. I will fix it. Also the throttle body was bad and i raplaced it for a new one and stills shows the throttle light on and slows down. Has been fixed two times already. And i belive that the a.c ticking noise is affecting that too. So i will do fix this 3 things that you have mentioned.

[@ismaeldossantos3296]

@@nestorautorepair or bad climat control

[@nestorautorepair]

Correct

[@aleemahpryor8694]

Does it stop the heat from working?

[@jamesdixon2001]

Omg thanks you saved me

[@edcasado6651]

Thank you!

[@nestorautorepair]

Your welcome