No More Airbag Removal - The “EASIEST” way to access the blend door lever after the actuator removal

This is a video describing how simple it is to access the AC/HEAT switch in your Ford Crown Victoria after removal of the Blend Door Actuator without having to repeatedly remove the airbag and AC/HEAT tube. But please remember, remove the blend door actuator first how ever you decide to. I guarantee you that this method will save you a lot of headaches. This is part 1 to this video. Look for part two! (For you Crown Victoria & Grand Marquise lovers.)

[@themultiplestreamking]

I’m on this first thing tomorrow, appreciate the video

[@shanemarcotte2062]

Brilliant idea brother. Essentially manually doing like the cars us old guys had back in the 60s and 70s, there were levers on the dash that manually did the same thing from up on the dash. Maybe you remember them days I'm 57.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

I’m 45, but my grandfather used to work on some of cars from the 60s and 70s. I got a chance to sit and play around in a few of them.

[@juniorblack397]

Mines went out on my 2010 MGM the dealership told me $900 to do the job. Thank you so much I appreciate it!

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Not a problem! That’s mainly what I do, just providing folks with a quick fix here and there.

[@juniorblack397]

@@bullcityoulboy919 We appreciate you for that. I live in Miami we need AC down here the heat is brutal.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Well, not everyone feels the same way as you, but I really appreciate the ones of you that do!💪🏾💯❤️

[@commonsense6611]

FYI: I watched your quick fix eraser video and then this one popped up. I can't wait to try this one! Thank you so much X 2!!

[@bullcityoulboy919]

You’re very welcome! Glad I could help!

[@toddfiehl5456]

Thank you for sharing brother, you just saved me a bunch of money and heartache

[@donaldkick4806]

Dude, that's so much easier, I just turned the top, for a quick fix. Thank you so much !!!!!!

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Make sure you check out part 2 of this video. I hate that I couldn’t fit my camera up in there.

[@dwaynemcclain4252]

@@bullcityoulboy919 Hey fella could you use a flashlight while doing the recording just to show us viewers the area where you push the blend doors from left to right and we can guess or gauge the lighted area you're referring to.

[@shanemarcotte2062]

@@dwaynemcclain4252 You will feel it.

[@unlimitedgravy52]

THANK YOU BROTHER. This is saving me so much headache.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Glad I could be of service!👍🏾💯

[@Rashad_Alhamdani]

Ion get it I got a 96 town car same problem just replaced ac compressor and bought actuator

[@nicholassee8568]

Bruh, thank you so much 🤣 my ac blowing cold now, it was stuck on heat for years! Preciate yah!

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Don't mention it bro! I'm just tryna save folks some money.

[@nicoledeidre36]

I been trying do.mines

[@robertotoledo1910]

Already there thank you very much for the heads up I got a Mercury marauder I fix the AC about a week ago and a week after it just started blowing hot air so now I know what it is and I got to do it myself because of Mechanic it’s just hard to come bye, thank you again for the educational video👍👍

[@bullcityoulboy919]

No problem!

[@Jesus.saves717]

You did what nobody else did. i did it and it works thanks man now i know what to do when i gets stuck...it thumbs and you can see it move if on ac it turns to the right if heat to the left what ever you trying to put it on thats the way it thumbs or turns so i just got a long needle nose pliers and turned it in the direction it was trying to turn on it's own which is right for ac.thank bro

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Don’t mention it bro! Just trying to help people out with a cheap and easy alternative.

[@danielcarrion7924]

Thanks bro I'll try that way happy holidays

[@suchclevername]

Thank you!!!

[@jessgonzalez7292]

Broooo you the goat! I Fixed mine in like 2mins.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

I love these types of comments! You totally get it!

[@jessgonzalez7292]

@@bullcityoulboy919 I owe you one bro lol

[@bmagory]

Kool man! You are bad ass.

[@JR-mb6xr]

Thank you appreciate it

[@mohammedalduhalin3383]

Thank you my friend, this is the way we do but the problem is the inability to control the temperature of the cold air will be on the highest degree of cooling and this is what we do in Saudi Arabia

[@bullcityoulboy919]

I have another way of approaching this issue Mohammed. I'll be posting "part 2" to this video shortly to expose another quick fix. Hopefully, this helps you as well as others to use a quick fix until you're able to have it repaired. Peace!

[@Felipe-fuerte]

So , is the actuator problem ( the ac being stuck on hot or cold) fixed by swapping out that part you were holding in your hands.?

[@victorm8197]

You saved me $160.00 Thanks Bro. I fixed mine in 2 min. Back to my A/C

[@bullcityoulboy919]

No problem bro! Check out part 2. It makes things a little clearer.

[@victorm8197]

@@bullcityoulboy919 Facts. What's your cash app? I gotta atleast buy you Lunch famo. You saved me some Bread & Time.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Unnecessary bro, I’m just glad to be able to help out. Your happiness and appreciation is thanks enough. Stay cool!😎

[@victorm8197]

@@bullcityoulboy919 Bless Up. Good Looks.

[@MsJasmine1231]

So i have a grand i know its not a crown vic but my actuator is stuck on heat. And we've changed it and watch it go right back to heat even with the AC on. Any ideas?

[@davidgcavada]

Hell yea thanks. I'm moving to Texas soon and I need my ac.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

De Nada bro! Just trying to help out where I can.

[@davetaylor2449]

I would think there would be a way to install a bicycle break type cable, to this door and attach other end through the dash, and install an old choke type push pull assembly.

[@B1GWolf]

I'm ready to attach a lawnmower throttle control on it, pull out / push in for hot cold

[@deliveryguy7402]

Excellent idea!

[@philgar7786]

I don't remember what was used or how, but basically, there is an old video that shows that but I cannot find it. There was a cable attached with a t-handle that was under the dash.

[@andrewgalvan5852]

My ac in 2008 crown Vic doesn’t blow from any vents at all. Was working ice cold before. Would replacing my actuator solve that problem? ( I can hear ac engage when I turn it on but nothing blows)

[@TheNathanScot]

If you can hear the fan blowing, but it's not coming out of the front vents (instead, the Defrost / floor) you need to replace the EATC o-rings. You might also have a bad blower motor speed control relay if the fan speed doesn't respond to the control wheel. Actuator only controls temperature.

[@ncg_gusto8860]

I just want to know how you unscrewed it in the first place. I can't even reach to it

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Trust me, it was not easy because my hands were not small enough to fit in such a tight space. If you have some small angled Phillips head screw drivers those should work. They worked for me. Good luck!

[@1949dodgejm]

I like the crowbar idea!

[@bullcityoulboy919]

🤣😂😆🤣😆😂💪🏾💯

[@fabsauce93]

what size are the screws?

[@lifeofmiko9462]

Do i have to take the aactuator out

[@greensnmachines]

How are you stopping the door from moving when driving if the actuator isn't there

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Check out my Pt. 2 video. I explain it on that video. Peace!

[@hitemupgrapplersball]

Which way is cold left or right

[@seanj.4634]

Sean J. Sean J. 1 minute ago Hi there. How much work is involved in replacing the temperature actuator on the driver's side? On my Town car, while turning on either the AC or the outside air vent....I'm getting cold air out of the passenger side vents, and only warm air from the driver side vents. I've seen some videos on here where the entire dashboard gets taken off to replace the actuator....that seems like overkill to me.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

I would check to see if you can find a “through way” or a quicker access route to the actuator. Hopefully, bigger enough for your hand to fit through and determine whether or not you can perform the same process as the one shown on the Vic. Don’t know much about Lincoln’s, but I’m sure there is an easy fix. Just explore the possibilities bro! You never know, it may be easier than you think! Let me know how it turns out. If I figure something out before you do, I’ll make sure to post it here. Good luck!

[@altg5708]

warm drive side cold passenger side...that is a sign you need more coolant added to the system

[@qasim8930]

Is this related to the outside air coming inside the car? With all the exhaust fumes and shit🤕

[@jenninesession8665]

Since you removed the old one.....why not install a new one?

[@bullcityoulboy919]

The purpose of this video is just to show a quick fix. Replacing the unit is entirely up to the owner.

[@deliveryguy7402]

Would have helped a lot if you'd had a light to show where that door is.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Absolutely, I may make another video implementing the light…

[@6235dude]

Thanks, bruh, nice fix. Now I want to turn off the annoying chime. Already got the seatbelt chime to quit, but I want zero chime all the time!

[@bullcityoulboy919]

What chime are you referring to?

[@6235dude]

@@bullcityoulboy919 I'm an idiot! I was looking for how to turn off the annoying ding ding ding tutorial, n got distracted by the blend door tutorial

[@bullcityoulboy919]

@@6235dude 😆 Well, I hope that I was able to help you out in some way.

[@6235dude]

@@bullcityoulboy919 the seatbelt chime. Actually I found a tutorial for that, n it worked fine. But there's still a ding ding for other notifications. I don't want to hear ding ding ever

[@michaeljohn7412]

So does the air aculator have to removed before turning the vent

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Unfortunately, it does because the “blend door lever” seats itself inside the plastic “boot” of the actuator. Once the actuator is removed, you'll recognize the “boot” that I'm referring to. This process should also get you familiar with the “blend door lever”.

[@user-uv2ug6fz1y]

What year car

[@Blvd_treil]

See mine always go back to heat after I switch it over wat u think that is

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Go check out the other video that I have explaining how to implement the eraser. The eraser will hold the blend door lever in place.

[@Jesus.saves717]

Thanks

[@Milicia144]

Im gonna try ty this, hopefully it works. I’ll post the outcome once i do it. Thanks for the info!

[@Milicia144]

Hey, this totally worked! Thanks for sharing!

[@anthonyburnett6043]

Did you have to take off wood grain or just the glovebox?

[@RealityRoulette4]

Which side is heat 07 vic

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Heat and cool are controlled by the actuator switch that I’m referring to in the video. Flip the switch to the left for cool, right for heat. If you’re changing out the actuator or wanting to perform the steps in the video it can be found on the passenger side upper left of the glove compartment or directly behind the airbag off to the right a bit. It’s pretty easy to access. Hope that answers your question.

[@clevelandwilliams8420]

I’ll work on cars to and that is the way that I will take it out

[@n1kkri]

what year was this Crown. I have a 2005 Grand Marquis

[@n1kkri]

when you reached in to move the blend door lever, you said right and left. Which way for heat. I hope this works.

[@n1kkri]

I tried this on my 2005 Grand Marquis LS. I don't have the opening to the left of the Glove Compartment as described in the video.

[@n1kkri]

I gave it another try. I wasn't looking in the right area. Using a right angle pair of pliers I was able to turn the white piece of plastic on the top of the blend valve that turns the bottom piece. On my Grand Marquis it was in the cold side (facing drivers door) and I could not get access to it. Now I have heat.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

2001

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Glad everything worked out!

[@rohans6249]

Yes it's a easy fix for now, however that door may not stay fix to one side or the other. Its probably better just to replace it. For those of you that will remove the the dash board, Dont forget to replace the heater core also, your already there to reach it.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Thus the reason for watching the 2nd video. It explains what to do further. That is, “for people who just want to take the cheap route”… at least until they can get it replaced. Not sure where you’re from, but where I’m from money don’t grow on trees and we can’t always just jump up and say, “Hey, I think I’ll just get my actuator replaced today.” Some people are struggling financially and need a quick fix until things get better.

[@Mr-kg5ij]

All I do is push some napkins into the gap under the blend door which prevents it from moving, then if I want heat I take it out and make a sharp right turn

[@curtg400]

​@@Mr-kg5ij😂😂

[@turboman4736]

Did you take your blend door actuator complete out and leave it out

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Yes I did.

[@philgar7786]

If the unit is damaged so that the actuator pivot (gear) can not move the lever housing this video idea will not work. But, the closest screw can be removed, then the unit can be pushed up until the metal lever can be moved. The L part of the metal lever pointing toward the dash = heat, and pointing toward the unit = AC.

[@MayhemCarclub]

Does it work on the 98 towncar

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Not sure about that.

[@Flatlandproductionz]

Yes

[@xpmrnoshit903]

Myyyyyyyyyyy nigga. Hell yea!!! Good looking fam. My shit just went out.

[@HOTRODRICO]

"AC duct" was the term... peace

[@berniceperry8898]

The fix would be to bolt the new blend door actuator onto the heaterbox since you (unbolted the old one)?? Everybody knows you can reach back and do it with your fingers...

[@bullcityoulboy919]

“Easy fix”. Some people are either lazy, or would rather save themselves some money. This video is clearly “for them”.

[@curtisvalle5141]

Really? Some folks don't know actuator from accelerator. Those guys prob. shou;dn.t be tearing out dashes but I got a $600 estimate from shop I've been tight with since the 90's cause I didn;t want to fuck with it...again. Some of us are tired of multiple replacements of the POS parts. Life is short and disposable income is what these parts seem to be. When guys are installing manual actuators and bypassing heater cores ... I''m surprised there aren't vids on 1 legged coveralls or GE icemaker conversion hacks.... depending.

[@berniceperry8898]

@@curtisvalle5141 to be honest that isnt even my message, I remember asking a question myself when I was doing the job on my 01 vic, but dont know how my names attached to that message, it doesnt make sense...btw the job is tough and the guy making the vid dont show half the steps to remove the old actuator...

[@samstrong6921]

Man my hand is not fitting back there...

[@michaelhopson7990]

I can’t switch it back to heat helpppppp

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Why exactly are you not able to switch it back to heat?

[@michaelhopson7990]

I can’t figure out how I even switched it to cold I just kept watching your video until I lucked up

[@bullcityoulboy919]

@@michaelhopson7990 the “blend door lever” is simply the switch that changes the temperature from hot to cold. If it’s switched on to cold now, then simply flip the switch to the right and you should began feeling your heat. The eraser trick only ensures that the lever will lock in place to one side temporarily. So over the course of time you may have to repeat the steps to get the lever to stay put on the cold setting. But as far as the heat is concerned, I’ve noticed on my vehicle that by default the lever rests on the heat side automatically, even without the lever mechanism installed. So for the heat remove the eraser and switch it to the left, it should stay in place all season. If not, use the eraser trick for the heater position. During the hotter seasons switch the lever back to the right and replace the old eraser with a fresh new one, provided it’s been cut as explained in the video of course. The erasers of course get worn over time due to the heat from the engine. You should be good to go! If not, let me know and I’ll personally walk u through it.

[@Hunt4Yoshi]

You really took 4 minutes to explain what could have took you 30 seconds to show

[@bullcityoulboy919]

You really wanna bring assaholicness to my channel. I help more people than I piss off with my 4 minute display. If you have a problem with 4 minutes of “slow people techniques” go find a quick asshole to torment. We're busy helping the unfortunate few that can't always afford an expensive mechanic’s service, but would rather settle for a quick fix until they can afford the repairs. More people understand what it is that I'm doing than not. So take your wise crack ass comments to someone else's channel that better explains things for you “smart guy.“

[@devildog1287]

Seriously? Bahahahaha you ain't find no cheat! Gtfoh

[@gordolfino]

i don't see shit!!

[@CRyan-iz3wr]

You didn't get those screws out! You showed us the new part that you bought and never installed because you gave up and just manually changed the position! This video is going to show up in suggestions of people watching slight of hand tricks

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Read the title…

[@philgar7786]

Maybe he did, maybe he did not. But, you making an _assumption_ and then stating it as fact shows _YOUR_ lack of character.

[@philgar7786]

@@bullcityoulboy919 If the unit is damaged so that the actuator pivot (gear) can not move the lever, your video idea will not work. But, the closest screw can be removed, then the unit can be pushed up until the metal lever can be moved. The L part of the metal lever pointing toward the dash = heat, and pointing toward the unit = AC.

[@bullcityoulboy919]

@@philgar7786 That’s a great idea!

[@philgar7786]

@@bullcityoulboy919 I got my 2006 Marguis under 2 years ago. The actuator was not working when I got it. It's on AC. Since we have more summer than winter, it was not so terrible without heat for two winters. But, I am going to fix it before next winter, because that still did suck! What I already mentioned, the unit will have to be pushed up very hard! It may break 1 of the other tabs on the unit. As long as no more than 1 screw hole is broken that the unit screws into, no big deal. Even two will be enough to keep the new unit in position, _but I don't think it would be good to break 2 screw holes/mounts!_ When you look at a replacement actuator, you can see the top is held in place by 2 push-on tabs, on each side. I guess the OEM is the same? So, I am going to use a flat-head screwdriver and try to lift off whatever tabs are the nearest and then split the actuator in half... hopefully. :-) Then, maybe I can just pull the top half off/out? I'll see how that goes. If that works, my goal will be to try and reach the other screws by feel. I should be able to get 2 of the other screws out, so risking breaking the very back tab and/or screw hole/mount will not be a big deal. With the bad unit out, (breaking it or whatever), there is also the trick of just loosening the back screws like a 1/16 of an inch, then cutting part of the back screw hole tabs off a little on the new unit, just enough to be able to _slide_ the new unit in place against the screws, then secure it firmly with the closest screw. _ANYONE READING THIS: GET THE VERY BEST NEW UNIT YOU CAN FIND!_ No one wants to do this again anytime soon! I guess the best unit will be the dealer OEM part.

[@waimeagavin808]

It’s not a fix it’s a lazy work around

[@bullcityoulboy919]

It doesn’t matter “Gavin”, long as it works! I’m not here to impress you, I’m here to help those who want help. I bet this “lazy work around” as you so eloquently put it, gets the people temporary and in some cases, permanent results. Thanks for the HATE though buddy… believe me, it is GREATLY appreciated…😆

[@note4639]

HE DIDN'T DO SH!T..GTFOH

[@deezonmustardt6585]

hes showing you how to manually switch your blend door. The problem is without the motor it can switch itself when you make a turn in your car.

[@ETCDITR]

This aint a cheat code this is a human bypass, vlback breaker, time consumer, Band aid for the lazy, Pull the dash replace it n stop feelin foolish elbow deep in the airbags kool-aid! Lmao wtf 🤣

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Thanks!😊

[@markblanchard2280]

This is a ridiculous video that tells us NOTHING. He says "get the old actuator out any way you can". Yeah, THAT'S THE HARD PART, and it CANNOT BE TAKEN OUT without removing the airbag and/or right dash and possibly breaking the back screw tabs, which some guys recommend. He's starting his video with the part out, so of course you can just reach in and flip the lever. He's not telling you that he's changed his automatic temperature control from auto to MANUAL because he didn't put the part back in. And his EATC will not work the way it is supposed to. It will either be all heat or all cool, close the vents, turn the fan down and flip the lever twice a year. This video is the equivalent of saying "here's the easiest way to pole vault 18 feet. First start from 17 feet."

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Actually, at the time of this video my actuator hadn't been removed yet. This video is for people who have already researched how to remove the actuator and have done so already.if they are even able to remove it themselves. Those who get it do, and those that don't get it, end up making comments like you. Either way, thanks for the comment and good luck with the next video.

[@n.b.p.davenport7066]

Very confusing did you get the unit out through that way without taking the airbag out, or you just making a manual hot and cold? Have to give you a thumbs down on this one brother

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Read the title...

[@bullcityoulboy919]

Especially that part the states, “after the actuator removal”... So yeah, pretty much making a manual hot and cold, a cheap fix until someone is able to have it repaired or if someone just enjoys a cheap fix.

[@agustinromo8495]

Pos no se mira ni madres