2005 Dodge Dakota Heater issue

2005 DODGE DAKOTA
121,774 MILES
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NDNSGMA
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The heater runs non stop, doesn't matter if its on high or low. It seems to be worse when the truck is accelerating, pressing on the gas pedal. We have tried putting it on the a/c side and it stills blows just as hot, and I mean really hot. We have checked fuses & other things but can't find anything that would cause this.
Nov 7, 2013 at 11:31 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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The temperature is controlled by the use of an air mix door that is operated by an electric motor/actuator. This door can be jammed or the actuator can be inoperative or have stripped plastic gears internally.

Nov 7, 2013 at 12:18 PM
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