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Silverado Heater and AC Actuator FIX

[@6012915625]

I have learned in 20 minutes more about my car than I could have done with a manual. It's like having the auto shop teacher working right next to you the whole time . You sir are freaking awesome THANK YOU

[@terrystewart3207]

I was a Lead technician for a Chevrolet dealership for 21 years. This is one of the best " how to " videos I've watched. Great Job !

[@anthonyfeldhaus6600]

few years late on this one, but i am going to say, this is the best video i have seen yet on these actuators. thank you.

[@RoninDosho]

4 years ago I found this video helpful because I needed to replace the blend door on the passenger side. I thought at the time, Boy am I glad I don't have to replace that top one, where you have to cut the vent duct. Well, I'm back watching the whole video (for the second time), because I now have to replace that very one on top. This is still the best video out there, even after 7 years. Thanks Again.

[@thomassullivan6753]

This has been the most detailed and efficient video I've come across. I have filled out the two easiest actuators (under the steering column, and under the ash tray). The next two will prove to be a challenge, but with your video I feel I understand the process much clearer. Thank you Sir, have a blessed day.

[@theculturallyappropriatedm3792]

And nearly 3 years after you posted this video, it's still helping people. Thank you for the great vid, it helped me a lot with not having to go search for all those dang actuators.

[@Large_Sarge]

2024 and this video is still giving. Thank you for such a detailed and informative video.

[@ANOINTED1]

I am a journeyman level Auto Tech, ASE Certified m aster Tech who once held a brake lamp smog adjuster/inspector license for Cal BAR' I appreciate your production and the hack on the ventilation, especially the release button on the passenger bar, Great video young man I ebcourage you to do more videos.

[@emeraldhome]

Tremendously helpful! Thank you for taking the time to provide the detailed video. You really saved me a lot of time and frustration... not to mention breaking some stuff in the process. Greatly appreciated Brian!

[@TheCarfixer2]

Brian, after removing dash top pad I was able to drill two 1/2" holes from top down thru bottom of duct to access both screws without having to cut duct into. Then I had four small holes to seal. I would not have attempted this without seeing your video. It took a little measuring to make sure that my holes aligned with the screw heads. This was for the passengers side temperature blend actuator. THANKS for taking time to post helps and time savers.

[@krisshassebrock7518]

You have no idea the hours I have spent searching for a video as yours!! I thank you so much. You have saved this Northern Idaho gal !!

[@Business.Suit_McGee]

Great ending to the video Brian. Humility, respect and a willingness to help others is a mantra we all should have. I really enjoy your content, thanks.

[@briansmobile1]

+Mathew Wood Thanks Matt!

[@billwhitehead164]

+briansmobile1 How would I remove the duct that is at 5:14 in the forground? It is impossible to get my hands into the area on my 2001 silverado with center console/cassette deck. There is also a metal bar that goes from the transmission hump to the stearing support. I find a lot of information on the right side of the truck but hardly any information(about making it easier) for the left side. Thanks for the video! I wish I could do as good a job......

[@user-ii2tt1ic9f]

how can I contact you?

[@briansmobile1]

Like this. Thanks for the contact!

[@josecruzb7611]

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[@corkyc6015]

Very common problem - you are very smart to replace them all at once! Great to see a well done video on this job, Thanks Brian. I still want my simple cable system back!

[@randycameron8962]

This has to be the most detailed video of this subject I've ever found thank you so you did a great job

[@campinghack0675]

This is literally “The Greatest Video on You Tube” about this issue! Thank you so much!!! Very informative and easy to follow. Thank you thank you thank you

[@daryncashmark6518]

Brian, I know this is an older video, but just wanted to let you know this is the best instructional KZbin video on replacing these actuators, by far! I just completed the replacement of the passenger side temp on my 2005 with automatic temp control. It was a huge pain, as I decided not to cut the duct, which involved even a bit more disassembly, but your video helped immensely! Thanks for being so much help. :-)

[@ernestmiller7775]

Could you put in an estimate of all the actuators,,all of mine will be automatic. My suburban is a 2004 with rear air. I really enjoyed the video and like helping others,,be blessed. Sincerely Ernie Miller

[@stevejacobs1830]

Brian, you are an excellent instructor. You have created a well thought out and clearly explained how to video. Thank you!

[@tedscruggs4479]

One of the best repair videos i have ever watched!! Thank you for your help!!

[@bradwalters7511]

Brian this was the best step by step on this job I have found. I was not looking forward to doing it until I saw your video. About 2 hours and done. The cut and tape is the only way to go, you can't find the screws and get to them from the front. I like how other guys just skip over the really difficult steps.Thanks for the help.

[@travisfriend3117]

I must say that this video was extremely helpful! I was able to install a new blend door actuator motor yesterday. It was the passenger side actuator which is the same one that is replaced in the video. The passenger side was stuck on blowing hot air. By removing and replacing that new motor, the issue was fixed! Almost every tip that was provided in this video was super helpful and was provided clearly, concise, and nearly step by step. However, I did not need to cut the HVAC tube like it was cut in this video. I say again, I DID NOT need to cut the HVAC tube! All I needed to do was to remove a couple screws on the driver's side of the dash brackets which allowed me to rock the HVAC tubes in directions which allowed my hands to get in and remove/ install the new blend door actuator motor. After I did the troubleshooting and verified the new motor worked, I was able to button everything up nice and clean. I've got to admit that I was a bit nervous to do this job because I've taken apart a dash on a GMC Sonoma to replace the heater core and it was a nightmare. Performing this fix on my 2004 GMC Sierra was actually super easy all with the help of the man that made this video! So thanks to you, Sir! A tip that I will give is that when purchasing this new blend door actuator motor I suggest not to skimp out on price for the part. I was able to purchase mine through Napa auto parts where they provided a lifetime warranty and a AAA Discount. The part ended up being just over $160. I tried O'Reilly but they said it was strictly a special order item... nobody has time for that. Amazon offers this part for just over $30 but it's a cheap knock off made in China with no warranty at all. Save yourself time, money and heartache and go through Napa.

[@joeshook7525]

your efforts in sharing this will hopefully come back to you, ten fold, thank you.

[@davidolivo2814]

Learned a lot on that video thank you

[@dans49dodge]

That's the way it should work but???

[@jgcoupe6808]

This video helped a bunch! I would like to add that you don't have to cut the ducting...if you remove the brackets across the top (4-10mm bolts and (+/-) 12-7mm screws) you can wiggle and pop up the entire ducting up a few inches. From there you can use an 8mm short 3/8 ratchet to take off the actuator. I also removed the vent to the right of the radio, which was held down by 2-7mm screws. If you need more room you put a pry bar through that area to give a little more room.

[@ETXdiamondsharcXT3]

Confirmed, although extremely tedious and patience taxing, completed the install by this method vs cutting apart the duct work. I used a flexible extension attached to a ratcheting screw driver that allowed fishing the 7/32" (male hex drive) socket between the duct work and bend at 90 deg with the aid of a simple bent pick to guide and engage the actuator bolts. Installation the same process with a dab of super glue on the bolts to help stay in place the socket. (tip: electrical tape all the tool components together to prevent separation/backing off while attempting disassembly/assembly). I found reaching up from the glove box and stabilizing the new actuator with left hand and pushing the recirc door one way the other (finding alignment) with my right hand help seat on the door shaft. Good luck!

[@richlampman1332]

Brian, I found this video in 2020 and it is by far the best and most thorough explanation of how this system works. Kudos my friend.

[@hopelesslyinquisitive9839]

Thank you!! I’m a lady and not a lady mechanic, but I have small hands and arms and I know how to follow directions and I just finished the job thanks to you! AC and all my controls are 100! 🤸🏻‍♀️

[@joeygemini6390]

Finally! A video that showed me where the front passenger side temperature actuator is! By the way, locations of actuators are the same for AUTOmatic controls. Thank you sir!

[@mikepodojil9773]

Hey Brian, I did make it to the end, lol. I wanted to thank you for all your informative videos. I've learned some stuff from you and fixed some of my own projects. Thanks, I appreciate you sir.

[@davewilliams4556]

Thankyou for talking to us all and explaining as if we are equals, we are all here to to learn. Some KZbin video makers are so condescending, it detracts from there own talents. You make it easier to learn, You would make an excellent teacher. Kinda wish You had been mine in the late '70's Your occasional humor and wit are irreplaceable. Thanks!

[@shelb_urt8161]

Ive never felt so rewarded from watching a video 👍🏼 thanks for the great info and being a great teacher

[@Mistuhman52]

you my friend saved me so much time. I appreciate your efforts. This is my pay it forward moment

[@Truth24434]

Man you are awesome! I was pulling my hair out finding what actuator controls what system. Thanks!!!

[@MrBowNaxe]

Thanks Brian! Just diagnosed my brother's truck with this video. He had two bad actuators! One for the blend door and the recirculation vent. Showed him the filter location and replaced them also. Excellent description of the system and now you have another fan following the channel.

[@briansmobile1]

Glad to help- thanks!

[@wmichaels362]

Thank you! Your video saved me a lot of time on my daughter's '04 Yukon Denali. It had defaulted to defrost, which was OK for last winter, but come last May, she needed her A/C. I replaced all the actuators, with the help of your video. Again, Thank You!Sorry if this a duplicate post. I thought I had already posted it, but when I came across this video I didn't see it. I'm going back through your videos and finding a lot of gems.

[@feedinc2735]

Great video. I've done this job a few times. This will help a lot of people.

[@tjdinfl]

What an absolute wonderful video! Thank you so much for it! I would have enjoyed this even if I didn't need to perform this procedure on my truck. I've got the automatic version. Hopefully I have learned enough here to proceed. I don't mind doing the cut and tape method but one has to wonder why GM didn't make it doable to remove the entire duct so it doesn't have to be cut. Thanks again!

[@pcok5793]

I did it! I replaced the blend door actuator! Thanks to you and your video. I appreciate how you got to the nitty gritty at the beginning and then into more detail as the vid progressed. You spoke my brain language. Thank you! 2011 Chevrolet Silverado LT

[@bradjohnston2329]

Thank you! You just saved me from going and buying actuator with your re calibration advice/walkthrough. I’m blowing cold again! I figured why not and BOOM. YOU ARE THE MAN! 💯🙏🙏🙏

[@josephharrison3639]

Thank you for this good video! My 2005 silverado has actuator problems. I have been quoted a replacement cost of $2000.00 for this job. My being told the entire dash has to come out. You know you’r way around chevy trucks. It’s a good feeling watching a real mechanic at work. Thanks again for this great video!

[@calvinmikkelson4146]

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[@Buck1954]

Good video. I like to see repair videos that actually show the repair, not the aftermath. Have you replaced the blower motor yet? Mine works but makes a roaring noise. on the 4 and 5 setting.

[@sammiewilliams7862]

Thank you I've been working on my trucks ac for 3 days and watched about 15 different videos and none of them lead me to the right blend door for my drivers side your a Saint and a gentleman 😀

[@jesseward9723]

Just wanted to say thanks for making this video. My drivers side actuator has been spotty for a while, and has been replaced by rubber bands. I've put off doing this job since I couldn't find the locations of the remaining actuators. Thanks again, this was a big help.

[@carabela125]

I like seeing innovative approaches like this repair. And it's also too hot to go outside today :-P

[@ericguevara3034]

You dropped this sir. 🙇🏽‍♂️👑

[@russelllucas3437]

By far one of the best how to videos I have seen. Quick info to start then very detailed after that. You make it look easy. And you sound like a good and humble man. God bless.

[@davidkerl1431]

Thank you Brian! This is exactly the information I have been looking for. My 2005 Silverado, with 262,000 miles on it, recently began blowing hot air on the drivers side, while the passenger side had ca/c air coming out. I found the acuator above the trans hump and removed it, and manually moved the louver in the oppisite position and had cold air now on the drivers side as well. Here is where it gets irritating. When I get into truck and begin to drive it with the a/c on, after about 5 or 6 miles, the driver side gets heat, the passenger side still has a/c. I removed the acuator and it does move. So I backed up the chain and replaced the HVAC control unit just to eliminate that as a source of trouble. Long story short, I no longer have the acuator moving the louver, but its still connected electially. I miss the heater controls of years past. My 1966 Impala had the best set up of all. Also, I was not aware that the truck has FOUR actuators!! Your video is the best I have seen in a long time. Dave

[@zeiss427]

I have done it both ways and you would have to be a fool not to cut it awesome video well explained

[@advsatellite1241]

Thanks a lot man!! I've been dealing with my passenger vents blowing hot for 2 years and I live in Florida. I'm no mechanic by far but completed the job with some help in under 3 hours and of course this video. I will admit the biggest pain in the a$$ was cutting that vent. Thanks again

[@teknotech]

You are an awesome educator, with humor, knowledge, and attention to detail! Loved your branch managers!

[@briansmobile1]

Thanks!

[@dnlmachine4287]

A Prince among men be ye. I just grabbed a junkyard Drivers side actuator because now its frost here in Canada at night. Thanks for saving me the time of finding that little bugger. Share the love! Sharing is caring and it never hurts to help. Stay gold.

[@sweet1963bug]

I always watch yours to the end! lol

[@The173gispa]

A Big THANKS , You are Da MAN Great video

[@briansmobile1]

Welcome Gispa!

[@ColdWarAviator]

Thank you for this video! I bought a 2004 Silverado this past Easter, and the only thing wrong with it was the driver's side heater blend actuator was stuck in the heat position, and since we are having a record hot spring in Tennessee this was a problem! I'm used to working on older model Chevys (60's and 70s) where the heat controls are a lever hooked to a physical cable. Without your video I would NEVER have found the actuator! Thanks again

[@edriashi863]

Watched 6 videos today and this is the best one of them all. Very specific and the steps are perfect.

[@leesmith2667]

U said the older ones are easier to do. i have an 01 silverado is it the same as this one

[@ahmedengineer5363]

Maybe older ones he ment 1998

[@user-qj4ik9te9c]

Great video! What is the function of the last actuator you show starting at 4:47?

[@evanwilliams121]

controls the air flow to the vents, I believe. Thats what the 'puck' its attached to is for

[@markpolzin1158]

WOW, Thanks Brian! You saved me time and money with your detailed video and its 108 here. I appreciate the time and effort you put in to carefully walk through the process of fixing this issue. Nice work!

[@briansmobile1]

Thanks Mark! Thanks for subscribing and sharing the video too!

[@michael47lamb]

This is easily the BEST fix video I have ever viewed!

[@thestcroixkid]

Patient? hell bro, that was wall to wall info!! I was riveted...lol

[@roadkill5333]

Almost as bad as changing a northstar starter! Having to cut the air duct to replace those actuators, is to say the least, ridulous!

[@onpointa1]

Wonderful and informative teacher! Replacing a cracked dash top due to the Arizona heat! This tutorial is fantastic! Thanks for the directions.

[@ChootEmChootEm]

Thank you so much for taking the time to edit this down into the needed info. Sending the truck to a garage isn't an option right now. Hope you have a great year.

[@Yodaandhislightsabre]

I miss the days where they just used cables

[@atmosrepair]

Yeah the mechanical versions had less to go wrong

[@austingoleman9431]

That no joke go to the junk yard find any 80s model truck or car and guess what the ac stuff still works need to go back to the cable doors

[@dans49dodge]

I still own a 1949 Dodge Pickup. A 1972 Buick Grand Sport, Dual Cowl Hood, High Output car and my favorite is my 1970 & 1/2 Trans Am. Besides a few more newer vehicles and I whole heartily agree. I do own a dynamic spectrum tuner so I can change and of the computerized parameters on these newer ones but it takes like 30 minutes to advance the timing on my newer stuff and and about two minutes, with a timing light, and a 9/16ths wrench to adjust the timing in my old rods.

[@eugenebrayan3585]

Who here in 2020💯

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2024, currently celebrating 5 years of 2 weeks to flatten the curve.

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[@361outlaw5]

I'm here in 2021💯

[@geminijustgemini7784]

2022

[@danryan3146]

Best HVAC Actuator video I have seen...and I've seen a lot. Thanks for taking the time to explain the dash removal.

[@CDP135Z]

Oh yeah! I watch to the end every time! Love your vids! Thanks for all the great knowledge you're sharing. And the prob with the 03 Avalanche going hot on the driver's side is with a digital/automatic temp control. Must restart truck to return to cold. Thanks again!

[@ctsstxc]

Your truck can't blow hot air if you pull the heater core out

[@383gt]

Bypassing it is easier

[@vinnygoombatts1458]

Great video, thanks for not playing loud music or try and be funny like the other videos. This is the best video on the subject I have found. Thanks !!!

[@josedejesus6185]

Hi Brian! Thank you for the video! It was very clear and instructional! You have the gift to teach in a very clear and distinctive voice that keeps you glue to the video! Again, thank you very much!

[@pcok5793]

I did it! Changed my blend door actuator thanks to your video! Appreciated the nitty gritty being presented at the beginning of video followed by the nuts and bolts. Thanks!

[@susanleonard5903]

Very well done. I have a little bit more confidence to try this. I have a 2004 Silverado LT and the control panel is different. I appreciate you doing this. Wished you lived closer so if I get over my head I could come see you. You're good people. Thank you for your kindness.

[@brianmcmellen1569]

Followed your directions exactly, you saved me a lot of time and money! Worked out perfect. Thank you!

[@lwlenchuk]

Great video Brian. I was apprehensive to cut the vent tube assembly but agree with you that it works and probably the only way to change out the air inlet/ circulate actuator. I had previously changed the mode select actuator in 2013. Both blend actuators went out within a month of each other. Decided to replace the air inlet actuator since the entire dashboard area was opened up. Your video helped tremendously. I even purchased the recommended Milwaukee jab saw. It is a great tool. Doing this yourself saved an insane amount of money from taking it to the dealer.

[@alm7707]

Very well done explanation of how to remove the dash cover. You are great for not doing like a lot of other videos where they say "Take off the dash cover" and then show it off. Thank you.

[@jakemax04]

Nice Brian, you came to the rescue way back when I did my water pump. And here you are again to help me fix my annoying random heat problem on the drivers side. Thanks for the vids.

[@miketoorop2130]

You are an awesome person to take the time and show us this procedure. Thanks

[@robertanderson352]

Very well done, I have all the confidence to tear apart my wife's 2005 Suburban. The video is greatly appreciated, you covered all the bases. THANK YOU BRIAN.

[@AP9311]

Brian, I know this is old video back in 2015. this is HUGE help to me as I have 2004 silverado 1500 with manual controls. i have been looking for this type of video to fix all the actuators! HUGE HUGE help. thank so much Brian!!!

[@mikejwalker2]

Great video! It explains the job to the tee. I've done several, I just enjoyed watching in case I could learn something. You already know that you can never know it all. Theres always someone who does it different that may be a little easier.

[@TyRificify]

Best guide I've found on the interwebs! Kudos! Now to find the correct size socket, my Walmart toolbox doesn't have the right size to take the kick guard off. Thanks for such a great lesson!

[@haywoodjablomy1361]

103 degrees yesterday and that's when my pass. side actuator decided to give up the ghost. (Why is it always the most difficult one?) Certainly not an easy fix. But thanks to you, I'm confident enough to give it a shot. You sir, are a Godsend....thank you!

[@earlbrown5783]

Bryan, Great job! Thank you for this great instructional video. I did not know there were four actuators. I changed the passenger floor one (from other info on the net). The one I needed to change was one under the gas pedal. You, saved me another few hours of stress trying to figure out why only defrost air was all I could get. Thank you again

[@lmbear]

Awesome video man. I made it to the end of the video because you did a great job in explaining the blend door actuators and the proper way to fix them. Thanks!!

[@pawpawtx]

Just bought a 2003 gmc 1500 sierra 5.3L Vortex that needs lots of work and I located your channel ...... THANK YOU VERY MUCH !!!

[@davidmeyers7935]

changed my blend door actuators. couldn't have done it without your video. great video. thank you.

[@clintlewis1719]

Great video !! Says a lot when someone spends the time and effort to help others

[@sub96vortec]

I haven't had to do this job yet, but expect that someday I will. Very good info here!

[@michael-si9xs]

This is the type of video I look for, very well done, and and to the point, GREAT JOB, Thank You.

[@spank60]

By far -the best explanation on this subject. There are videos out here that one can successfully complete a job -if they follow the instructions. This is one of them. I'm a "do it yourselfer" and rely on these videos. I did my first 4L60E rebuild from a video on the "Tube" - thru good instruction. This video falls in that category of "good instruction". Nice job, and thanks for making it.

[@briansmobile1]

Thanks Jerry! Way to be man!

[@richardklimitchek7626]

First info I have ever found that clearly shows where each actuator is and what it does. Thanks.

[@greenphantom23]

Great video! Thorough and yet right to the point. Wish there were more videos like this. I will definitely be looking to this channel for more how to vids! Thank you.

[@antonioi.saldana6772]

Great job with all your explanations on how and why. Thank you very much. Good luck with your business.

[@tomthomase2755]

Brian, Thank you very much. My wife's truck has been blowing hot air for a while. This should fix the problem. I haven't found a more in depth video anywhere. It's much appreciated.

[@rickhill7193]

Thanks for the help! Made this job easier. Pulled the dash on a 98 Silverado so was expecting the same nightmare. Your video made this one easy. Thanks again!

[@briansmobile1]

Heck yeah dude! You're welcome!

[@v3zMedia]

So glad I ran across this video by mistake. Ended up showing the way when all hope was lost getting to that Temp Blend Actuator hidden under all that plastic and metal mounts. I'm going to finish cutting through that plastic in the morning. Thank you and happy holidays.

[@caseyfloren5858]

Just replaced the driver's side blend actuator. Super easy thanks to your video. Thank you!!!

[@SkipsTinyBeard]

You just saved me hundreds of dollars my friend. Bless you for this! Thank you so much.

[@christinecossens4130]

Thank you so much Brian You gave me the confidence to attempt this project. My 2004 3500 had the fancy automatic sensor system. It was scary because my unit was not like your demo model. Extra options add more crap in the way. I straight away broke my headlamp ambient light sensor which sent me to the Chevy dealer. Good move because the parts lady printed out a diagram of the duct work for me. I have small hands and huge determination, I needed both. I did have to cut some plastic guards out of the way to access the "easy actuator" If not for you I would not have tried this. I feel more intimate with my Silverado now. You are the best.

[@briansmobile1]

Way to go Christine!

[@bernardshelton7349]

Great job Brian thank you for such detail and showing exactly what you are doing.👍🏻

[@truckskate9677]

Thank you your the only guy who explains this properly and with ease

[@NeonSphinx89]

I have an 02 silverado and my mode actuator is acting up. I've been putting it off for months because I thought it'd be such a pain. Now I know how easy it is, and I'm going to fix it this weekend! Thanks for your help.

[@tracyfunk3928]

Excellent teaching video. Well done. I cannot think of a better video on you tube. If you lived near me, no one else would work on my vehicles!