How to Replace Blend Door Actuator Dodge Avenger (Clicking Tapping Noise In Dash Fix)

[@jacobmcgrath7516]

Dude. Thank you!!! The same clicking started in my Avenger this morning. Now I have a fix that's easy and cheap to do. I was getting ready to trash the car. You saved me $100's in repair costs.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂...your very welcome, its always nice to hear that a video u make helps someone else fix their car🙂

[@joekohl2247]

Yes! Believe it or not, Mine started last summer. i have been dealing with it since. Im fixing tis shit my self! Fuck over priced mechanics bills! Thank you!

[@MrChristanight]

@@joekohl2247 mine started today so now i know what to do :)!

[@joekohl2247]

Chris, i hate these plastic cars nowadays. Best of luck on your repair!

[@dustyrc]

Trash the car because of a blend door issue? LOL

[@jlj777]

You are still the best teacher of this project on the internet with tough cam work.

[@runnergo1398]

Just wanted to say thank you. This is obviously the best video made for these types of Dodge Avengers. I'm glad I somehow found it after watching multiple other videos!

[@tvgod]

Your instructions were exact. The replacement took 20 minutes total (due to cramped Actuator space). Thank you!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome..yea those areas can be pretty cramped...thank you🙂

[@waltmagic]

You are very, very good at making these videos man. Great job and thanks! I was able to fix this issue for my girlfriend in about an hour with your video as a guide.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much🙂...Thats so cool🙂 glad to hear my video was able to help, u got it done fast👍

[@legitg82]

Bro... I been asking a bunch of people and they don't want to do it because it was hard. Thank you for guiding me. I did it by myself and saved $100!

[@pamrjohnson2493]

You ROCK! Thank God there are people like you getting out these messages. The dealer would charge me $500.00. And ya know what. I wont have to beg a man to this, I can.

[@backyardchevy328]

So glad to be able to help🙂...yea u definitely can do it🙂

[@tracywo]

The dealer told me $1150!!

[@sensaschonduran6730]

What a great video! So many people talk you to death so unnecessarily! You're straight, to the point and perfect video shots! Excellent 👌👍! Thank you!!!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much🙂 its always nice when all that work and effort is appreciated

[@Eyes0penNoFear]

This is exactly what I needed, thank you so much! This noise has been making me crazy for almost a month now.

[@7LeagueShoes]

THANK YOU! I just bought a 2010 Town&Country, got a good deal on it because of the clicking noise. Took me 4 hours to find this video, a half hour to find the broken actuator in my car, another half hour to get a new one from the store and replace it. I'm not a "car guy", so this is a big win for me. And you've just save me a lot of money that I'm not spending at a repair shop.

[@backyardchevy328]

That's awesome..great job!

[@tracywo]

You did your own.. the dealership gave me a $1,000 plus price😂

[@ChrisMeeks-d5i]

I have to say that you have the most informative videos out there. No doubt about it

[@Sid_Vivacious]

How do you not have a million subs yet? You are staright and to the point, yet thorough because you include the small details with clarity. ***Definitely subbed

[@The_Only_Tracy]

Thanks for literally showing step by step and showing us the view once removed, so I know I won’t break anything. You also showed us the other 2 even though those were not the issue on the vehicle you were working on. Thank goodness because mine is clicking on the passenger side and seems to fail every year, not sure why.

[@backyardchevy328]

So glad to be able to help🙂

[@runnergo1398]

Is your car a smokers car? Maybe the nicotine is making things more sticky?

[@daleorth7690]

Very helpful video. I was actually able to change the drivers side actuator without removing the bottom panel. However it was pretty tight and I'm a smaller guy. If you're flexible enough you can reach everything underneath without removing the cover lol

[@runnergo1398]

Man. Use a drill! Zip, zip, zip! All the screws are out and you just made your life a lot easier!

[@heatheravery4975]

Great job. The attention of detail with the tonality of your voice is amazing. I was able to fix the actuator in my truck. In credit of your wonderful video!

[@360WakaWaka]

This video is, as I'm sure you're aware by now, one of the best repair videos I've seen. By any chance, would you happen to know what might cause the ticking in the actuator assembly itself? It looks like the defective one wanted to keep pushing past where it should've stopped.

[@Northwoodscamper45]

It’s the plastic gears slipping

[@frostedsiren]

Apparently the plastic gears inside are really easy to damage.

[@360WakaWaka]

@@frostedsiren well I do appreciate the input I'm not sure the gears are the issue (at least in my case). I opened it up and the gears were completely intact. I even applied power to the motor both ways and even that was still functional. Unfortunately I don't know much more about these assemblies.

[@TheBarrios69]

Very helpful! Thanks for making the video and showing actual steps we can see. Much appreciated.

[@backyardchevy328]

Anytime🙂...thank you...really appreciate it

[@mfayant]

I'm going to have to replace a couple of mine. I have been reading the comments. Kudos to your for taking the time to respond to so many questions, that's amazing.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 i always try to because i know if shoe was on the other foot it would mean a lot

[@mfayant]

Hey people. I was reading other comments from other videos. IF your vehicle is blowing hot one side and cold on the other like mine was you either have to replace the Center Actuator, or the one on the Driver's side. I replaced the one in the center, it wasn't easy but I did it (this one controls the heat, not the one close to the passenger's side ). You'll need a small ratchet and 8mm socket, or you might need a Stubby Phillips/Flat screwdriver depending on what type the screw is. There is little room to get in, but it can be done. It took around an HOUR to get it out. Lots of body twisting. Use a Light too. I got my part from a Wreckers so I had to take it out, that took about an hour, because I didn't have the right tools. I used a Channel Lock to loosen the screws. There are 3 screws, but I couldn't get the back one so I broke off the last Screw holding it down. But I did replace the center one and now I have heat on both sides. The broken one I took out, shook it, and could hear it was crapped out. **** Sorry for the long posting, but if you're going to replace your actuator I would suggest order one online, or go a auto parts to buy a new one. Hopefully my 2 screws will hold. I was quoted $800 to get this done. AND don't forget to Plug it back in.

[@WarszawaScream]

Love your videos - got one of the actuators going on my 2012 Avenger (definitely one of the ones behind the glove box) and this gave me the knowledge I need to replace the bad boy. Thanks!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome! Great job🙂👍...thank you

[@fireboy1538]

I have this issue ever a few months, and it is always been the one to the far right which I think is the trickiest one to get to. Thanks for showing this video!

[@backyardchevy328]

Yea it does look like itd be hard to see what ur doing when ur removing the screws on that one

[@aliayaz3104]

Most accurate video. Thanks. Chances you know how to prevent actuator from working every couple of second while key is not in ignition and car is off?

[@mofojackson]

Ha! The last 5 years I've owned my Avenger and I get these clicks on both sides! Definitely one of my little projects in the not too distant future!

[@richardyoung9860]

Great video to the point, and free of unnesscary nonsense Kudos!

[@derrickoliver289]

Wish more people would get to the point! I think that’s what will make people subscribe

[@backyardchevy328]

Yea i do that with all my videos

[@MarkAnderson-vg5vq]

Excellent information and video . Straight to the point and very informative . Thanks

[@williamstyles8561]

Fantastic how to video! Clear explanation and excellent video! Appreciate you taking the time to share this repair. Folks like you help us to save time and money. Thank you! Owe you a dinner when you are in town!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@concernedcitizen1705]

Thanks for a very informative video !!! Great job on recording the noise, so we could compare. !!!!

[@TheTexican05]

Very helpful reminder since I haven’t done this in a couple of years. Solid video and audio. Thank you much! ✌️

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@janewberry4064]

Hey man! It's been 5 years since you posted this video and I just want to say, that you're a king among men. And I'll throat-punch a mofo who says otherwise. I've been dealing with this issue forever and talked to someone who said "there's only one blend door" and I thought -- that's weird, because that's not where the sound is coming from ... ... I just found your video, hahaha ... like, right now. And it's been months. Thank you!

[@m420123]

Thanks a lot for this... fixed my car just now.. would not have been able to do it without this video..

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome glad u got it fixed🙂..thank you for the support.

[@tiffanywilliams6068]

Thank you!! You just saved me over $100

[@davidderoode7691]

Very good amount of detail, thanks

[@frankrodolico3041]

This was the best video for this problem. Great job, THANK YOU

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you, really appreciate it🙂

[@batimaes1]

Awesome video. Very good camera angles and instructions.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much:) I really appreciate hearing nice comments and support:)

[@batimaes1]

@@backyardchevy328 No problem! Now I know how to fix my car. People told me I would have take the whole dash apart.

[@backyardchevy328]

Always glad to be able to help:) Yea there are some vehicles like the pt cruiser where u gotta remove most of the dash to get it, but not this one luckily:)

[@batimaes1]

@@backyardchevy328 is there a certain way I have to have the arm to get it to work? I put it in and plugged it back up but it won't even move.

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes, the bracket should slide into the arm, at 5:36, it shows how the arm is slid into the guide of the arm which controls the operation.

[@derrickoliver289]

Thanks man! That noise was driving me nuts!

[@backyardchevy328]

Glad to be able to help🙂👍

[@MarcusTillett]

Thank you! Worked perfectly on my 2013 Avenger SXT, the only hard part was the angle of those screws!!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome🙂...yea the top screw and keeping that bracket in position was quite annoying.

[@345dane]

lol yes I wound up on my stomach from the drivers side to get it

[@SlimDaFox]

Very helpful, buddy. Guided me through the repair. Keep up the good work

[@jondeaux336]

That was a fantastic video. So clear! Close up camera view? Nice! And you weren't blathering on and on. To the point. Well done.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@kc8175]

Make sure you stick the white arm on first before trying to attach the actuator. It has a small hole that fixes itself onto the car even without the actuator installed. Turns an hour job into a twenty minute one!

[@mayaavila5877]

This is the part I'm struggling with the most. Does the arm snap into place?

[@kc8175]

Remove the arm from the actuator. Line up the post on the arm with the track on the car. The arm has a small hole in the middle of it that can attach to the car, it snaps into place. Then place the actuator in its install position and press it on to the arm. Screw into place and you’re done! Hope this helps.

[@tracywo]

Thank you..for showing this..the dealership gave me a price of $1150..

[@thepimpjuicex]

you've saved a lot of people a lot of money... thank you!

[@backyardchevy328]

Glad to be able to🙂 thank you so much for ur support

[@edgardoncarmenmendoza9946]

Very good video,, great picture and extra chatting. Just right to the point and the subject at hand. My kind of video. Thanks for the great video. Best I've seen.

[@edgardoncarmenmendoza9946]

I meant to say no extra chatting.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 i really appreciate it

[@Vessik01]

Thank you for the great video! You saved me a ton of time troubleshooting this issue.

[@backyardchevy328]

So glad to be able to help🙂 thank you for watching and for ur support🙂

[@muggaphilly2072]

Great video... Just one thing you forgot to mention thats to disconnect the battery before removal of the part which is extremly important✌

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 yes ur right..safety first

[@vvvios]

I bought a 2014 Dodge Avenger. My mechanic friend told me that the horrible clicking/ticking noise was "just the security system." I'm so mad at him lol do you think I should take it to a mechanic to fix the blend door actuators? Or try to fix it myself? I'm really curious how much a mechanic would charge to fix it. This is a dumb question but would they know how to fix it? Or would they just say "go to the dealership"?

[@ProLevelAVG]

thanks for the video! the ticking was driving me insane. thought the mob put a hit out on me lol

[@KP11520]

Great No Nonsense video! Was the bad actuator for the Heat to Cold temp door, or the Defrost, Vent or Floor air director assembly? Applicable on a Chrysler 200 as well? Thanks!

[@stephenandloriyoung5716]

Well done video! Solid, direct, clear.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@sandstorm3044]

Great video. Was putting off on fixing it since another video said I had too remove the dash. Easy fix.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 the one i replaced on video was a lil uncomfortable to do because i was trying to fit camera too..but it definitely can be done..the others are easier

[@UFOGHOSTHUNTER]

Exact thing was clicking on my 200 S. Thanks for your video upload!

[@artavisb75]

Perfect video man! Same process for my Chrysler 200

[@patricko6833]

That’s the same place my sound is coming from sounds like above the right of the steering wheel. Thanks for this video I think I’ll be able to replace myself. Why did you feel it was easier to put the actuator on first ?

[@Brenda-nc7fq]

Great job on the video! My 2011 Jeep is the same. Thank you very much!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@oregonize503]

Thank you so much! The arm came off when I took off the actuator and was having a heck of a time figuring out how they went back on. Appreciate it!

[@backyardchevy328]

So glad to be able to help in any way, I had the same problem when i removed the actuator, so i had to place the arm back into the guide rail too... thank you for watching and for your support:)

[@bmansgrown3716]

Backyard Chevy s

[@bld9000]

Fantastic and to the point, thanks!

[@AutoMotivate]

Hey man! I replaced the heater core and the heat got a bit hotter on the driver side. Yet, the passenger side is still very cold. Non of the blend doors are making noises, but I believe that they may be faulty. Can they fail without making noises? If not, what do you think is wrong? Thank you in advance man

[@backyardchevy328]

Hey🙂 yea the blend door actuator has plastic gears, when the gear is trying to catch thats when it clicks but if it completely breaks they will stop making noise

[@AutoMotivate]

Backyard Chevy thank you man. Illl check them out and see if the arms are moving at all.

[@backyardchevy328]

@@AutoMotivate good luck🙂 hope u find the problem

[@pablogomez7519]

did it work? my is warm air from driver side and cold air passenger side when the ac is on.

[@queridasanchez3926]

thank you so much I was told by mechanics I would have to take off the whole dash

[@brittanyc4159]

Thank you for actually being helpful

[@derbybOyzZ]

Are all 3 of the blend door actuators the same? Or would I need a certain one for each location?

[@backyardchevy328]

All 3 are the same

[@chrisluna8102]

Thank you for your video! I have the clicking sound on a 2006 Dodge Dakota. I've looked everywhere but I don't know how many actuators it might have. I do hear the noise coming from two distinct sides.

[@backyardchevy328]

Normally they have 3 unless they have dual zone climate control

[@pawglover37]

I hear the noise above the gas pedal and the same noise from the right side of the glove compartment. So does that mean 2 of them are bad?

[@backyardchevy328]

@@pawglover37 it could be there is one just above the gas pedal and there are 2 on the passenger side..but it does kinda echo in that area..best way to tell is to feel em when theyre making the noise..youll be able to feel the clicking

[@michaelmireles3078]

Hi I have a question I have an Average as well and my control panel I have to keep turning it on and off so the air will come out on high cus it slowly slows down then I turn it low then high and it blows hard. Could that mean I need a new one...?

[@backyardchevy328]

That sounds like either the blower motor or the blower motor resistor is going bad.

[@michaelmireles3078]

@@backyardchevy328 where is the resistor located at.... I know we're the blow motor is...?

[@backyardchevy328]

@@michaelmireles3078 its just next to it, itll have 2 screws and a connector going to it

[@michaelmireles3078]

@@backyardchevy328 thanks for your help I really appreciate it, have a great day..... 👍🦿

[@michaelmireles3078]

@@backyardchevy328 by the way this video also helped me cut I had to change 2 actuators the one next to the blow motor and the drivers side.... Thanks great video... 👍🦿

[@da8675]

Awesome, thanks! I just brought a used 2014 Avenger yesterday and didn't notice the sound until after the purchase. Anyway, it doesn't look too urgent of a fix and the part on Amazon is only about $18.00. It just looks difficult to reach.

[@backyardchevy328]

Yea the one i had to replace in video was definitely the hardest of the 3..recording did make it harder to do though...hopefully urs ends up being the easier one right behind the glove box that i checked first.

[@da8675]

@@backyardchevy328 I only have one question though. How is that it sometimes makes the clicking sound when the car isn't even running? Once I heard from outside the car as I was approaching before I even put the key in to start it. Do these vents move on their own?

[@backyardchevy328]

I believe the blend door when cars unlocked if the temperatures cold it diverts most of the air into the cabin after warming up it diverts less air into the cabin...so it must operate temperature controlled and once its unlocked and detects key fob it must engage the system.

[@da8675]

@@backyardchevy328 Interesting. That would explain it thanks.

[@monahumada7535]

@@da8675 did you ever fix it?

[@ladyjazz101]

I would love to replace the actuators myself, but I right want to mess anything up. But this video definitely summed things up. I really appreciate your explanation/video. I just need to find a good mechanic to replace the actuators. I have a slight clicking noise when the heat turns on and/or when I switch the control positions. Someone told me to also make sure my antifreeze isn’t low. I have heat coming out of the passenger side, but barely the driver side and the heat is not hot enough.

[@backyardchevy328]

Yea u definately wanna start by making sure ur coolant level is up to the mark, and if that doesnt help, u wanna make sure if u do take it to a mechanic that they verify its not a clogged heater core beforehand, they can feel if the inlet and outlet lines of the heater core are both getting hot.

[@marcpetak114]

Great vid on changing that actuator. I have a 2011 Charger that has noise on that same one, is it similar to this to replace? Thx.

[@finleybd]

Great video. Please do lots more. Very informative

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much🙂...yes, i will be putting out video's least once a week

[@stevestairs2516]

Perfect thanks for posting . Very easy to follow along .

[@sttuppidd]

@Backyard Chevy Excellent video. Well-spoken and great camera work. I subscribed! On my 2013 Avenger R/T the air is not as warm as it was last year and the right side is just Luke warm. Getting cold up hea in Maine, ayup. I hear no clicking noise. If I turn the heat temp knob to A/C the a few seconds then turn back up to heat it will sometimes be much warmer. I'm not sure which actuator would cause that symptom. The on the right side appears to function fine, I believe, from observation, that one controls which outlet the air is directed to. I am not sure which one controls the air temperature nor why the right side is not as warm as the left. Would you or your followers chime in and let me know which one I need to replace? Someone said there is a center actuator? Does that one control the temp or is it the one under the driver's side? Thanks for your video, it is very helpful!

[@coachcap1]

Great video, now I know what that damn clicking noise is, thank you!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 so glad to be able to help

[@JGizzardofOz]

Done right brother 👊 thank you 😊 God bless you and your family 🙏

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@TheKungfudan]

awesome video! I had to take mine in anwyay. I have a 2014 avenger . It has huge plastic piece from the AC next to it and made it impossible to reach to screw it in place.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you..yea they can be hard to do

[@Cbear58]

Thank you for making this video. It helped a lot!

[@backyardchevy328]

So glad it was helpful🙂 thank you for the support

[@InjunJJ]

The clicking sound is similar to what I heard this morning when I started my 2014 Dodge Avenger. Would I be able to locate the actuators in the same locations?

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes they should be in either the same or similar locations..the actuators are the same design still.

[@charlesmorey4269]

So, a bad actuator will cause vent selector to not to work? The heat blows just fine at the defroster vents (center and sides).

[@backyardchevy328]

Yes, if the gear broke, it wont open properly in that area of the actuator

[@charlesmorey4269]

@@backyardchevy328 Thanks. Seems to be an easy fix.

[@backyardchevy328]

@@charlesmorey4269 yes, its not too bad..that one i did on video is definitely the harder of the 3

[@marcosablan]

Great video with the details. This helped big time

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 im so glad it was helpful

[@bushbarnes]

Best video for 2010 thanks.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much🙂

[@ericknutson7569]

This is an excellent video!

[@TechConcepts-11]

My Chrysler Sebring 2010 has the same clicking noise, not sure if the blend door actuator are located on same location as outlined in the video ? Thanks for making this video, very helpful,

[@backyardchevy328]

They differ slightly, sebrings have the middle actuator on the underside of the unit but the steps to replace em are the same.

[@coreygarcia952]

First time I've I've posted a comment and KZbin but thank you for the help.

[@backyardchevy328]

Welcome to the youtube comments:), Thank you for watching and for your support:)

[@MrBEli-dw4rl]

You are a money saver, lol. Thank you so much for your video. Look forward more.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂 so glad to be able to help🙂

[@jaysmith8930]

Which actuator controls the temperature from hot to cold?

[@FAKE-NAME]

Trying to figure out a no heat situation on my moms car. Shes only getting heat out of vent to left of steering wheel and what seems like half of the windshield defrost(driver side barely warm passenger side cold). All the passenger side vents blow cold air. Just swapped out both actuators on passenger side and mom is testing car now to see if it helped...if if doesnt help ill replace the driver side actuator as well. Any thoughts on what to do next if replacing all 3 actuators and thers still no heat???

[@LD-jb5zi]

Extremely helpful video thank you!

[@backyardchevy328]

So glad to hear it🙂 thank you

[@Un4gettablewolf]

That was a beautiful job. Will this also work for my 2013 Dodge avenger?

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you so much:) Yes it will

[@angelicaxdelacruz]

Hi!! Is this the same steps to use for fixing a 2010 Jeep Patriot?

[@pamrjohnson2493]

Subscribed, I will check it all out. Hey what if I become an ACE mechanic lol.

[@backyardchevy328]

Id be really proud of u and im sure u can do it🙂...thank you for the support

[@jaytee4460]

Good video! So if the car is blowing cold air on passenger and warm on driver side, its the driver side actuator that needs replacement?

[@backyardchevy328]

Does it have dual zone climate control? If so then yes most likely thats the problem..if not it could possibly not open entire and cause that problem as well

[@jaytee4460]

@@backyardchevy328 ok Thanks!

[@dandeleona4760]

Did you have to disconnect the battery to avoid air bag deployment? Some repairs do, some don't. Also, did u raise the steering wheel up or just work around it? Also, is it true that objects that fall down the defrost vent in front of the windshield can potentially block moving parts and break the actuator that way? I lost a screw down the vent before I could catch it and not long after, I had actuator problems. Thanks. :)

[@joekohl2247]

This video solves my problem. Thank you very much!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thats awesome...thank you🙂

[@joekohl2247]

@@backyardchevy328, I'm dealing with this problem now and your video made a huge difference in my life! I definitely subscribed to your channel and will recommend you to anyone i know! Thanks again!

[@backyardchevy328]

@@joekohl2247 thank you so much, that really means a lot to me i really appreciate it🙂

[@joekohl2247]

@@backyardchevy328 , my main question is... Are all these actuators interchangeable? It seems like just a motor needs to be replaced and they can be? Please advise???

[@backyardchevy328]

@@joekohl2247 yes all 3 are the same..they just have linkage attached to it to function where they need to or other just slides into the gear etc

[@dealerauctionnightmare4689]

I just did the driver's side on a 2013 and you can't get to it as easily as this one.

[@Organicfuller13]

I appreciate your help, sir.

[@josuerodriguez6141]

Thank u for making this videos there very helpful.

[@backyardchevy328]

So glad to be able to help🙂 thank you for the support

[@notorioustay2648]

Absolute legend. Thank you!

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂

[@notorioustay2648]

Do you have a patreon or anything? I feel like with the amount of money you’ve saved me by showing me how to fix my sh*t box avenger I owe you 😂

[@backyardchevy328]

@@notorioustay2648 unfortunately not as of yet, but i do get super thanks now🙂

[@Pickles67]

Do you have a video on dodge nitro. Or is it the same. ?

[@claztube]

I had my driver's side actuator replaced by the shop mechanic that my used car dealer recommended (it was still warrantied) but now a slight strain sound occurs when I use the A/C (AZ in summer) … can the actuator arm that operates the blend door be out of it's parameters and thus the sound I hear sounds like the actuator is trying to move the arm past the rail guide's optimum positioning? Two things I noticed in this awesome video: 1) The replacement actuator had a slightly different shape. Maybe not OEM? 2) When you R & R'd the white arm thing it seemed that you hadn't been concerned if it was replaced in any specific geometry (if that makes any sense, beyond of course placing the arm in the complete opposite direction). If though that arm is too far off on the gear mount could the actuator be attempting to run the arm farther than the rail guide will allow? Hence the strain sound that is currently emanating from the area where this actuator was reinstalled when the A/C is used, say in the recirc. position v normal A/C position. I haven't tried all the A/C positions quite yet for it is summer here now so I wonder when the winter calls for defrost and such will the blend door work briefly before the strain of having the arm too far off causes a failure of the actuator, again. These cheap bits in our new modern age cars where the manufacture is less concerned about reliability than profit and keeping the dealer's shops in business is a mismanaged short term stock price incentivized mistake. (Dealers make their money on service and service contracts sold today and fees attached to the sale of cars such as documentation fees) If a dealership isn't selling to a customer more service and new model cars and generating fast turn around of cars that won't last 200K+ then their not going to keep their gleaming showrooms and acres of shiny POS on their lots. The business model of the entire industry should be revamped to emulate what the Japanese market of yesteryear had in place. Now South Korean car manufactures are trying to out do current Japanese models.

[@backyardchevy328]

Does it only happen when u adjust the knobs? As long as the actuator is tight and the arm that it operates is in the the groove, it wont have any other adjustments...I have a video i posted which shows the inside and how it works, its posted at the end of video too.

[@ruelelledge106]

Do you have a video on replacing in a 2007 300?

[@DMetal13]

I recently had the clicking but it only lasted a few seconds for a few days and then stopped. But more recently the AC stopped blowing cold and only heat comes out. The fan and direction knobs both work but temperature will not change. If actuator is the issue which one would it be that makes it stay hot? I already tried changing the whole climate control module. Appreciate any reply!

[@joelmendez1365]

Gracias maestro eres bien expresado y claro thanks

[@CFGgaming907]

Mine doesn't click but won't stay cold. Freons full coolants good but the vents won't blow as the knob indicates they should. Would swapping actuators fix my issue? Also getting heat from driver ducts and AC from pass ducts.

[@backyardchevy328]

Do u get a click from the ac compressor on the engine when u turn on the ac?..well if ur getting ac from passenger it probably is coming on..do u have dual zone climate control? If so then yea u might have a damaged actuator where the gear doesnt even try to grab anymore and instead stuck on heat

[@CFGgaming907]

@@backyardchevy328 yeah I don't have dual climate control my knobs look like yours except mine are black

[@backyardchevy328]

@@CFGgaming907 well in that case itll have only one actuator for the temperature so it is possible that that actuator may be stuck to where its allowing heat and ac through

[@swissarmywife2039]

Do I need a scanner for this fix? Or for any of the actuators?

[@KJ6UXW]

Excellent job sir.

[@backyardchevy328]

Thank you🙂