AC mode doors not operating properly

TSSANDERS

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2002 DODGE DAKOTA
4.7L
V8
4WD
MANUAL
170,000 MILES

The AC on my truck will operate in all modes normally except when the switch is turned to the dash vent position. When in this position, the air comes out of the dash and the floor. Every other position works fine. I have searched for solutions online but cannot find a direct correlation to this issue. Is there a way to resolve this issue?

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DANNY L

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Hello, I am Danny.

It sounds like you are having trouble with your blend/mode actuator. It is an electric motor that controls air flow/directs air through the specific ducts. I have attached a tutorial showing how to replace a a step-by-step guide. Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
Danny-

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-blend-door-motor

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Thursday, September 6th, 2018 AT 12:27 AM

TSSANDERS

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Thank you for the information. This may be a stupid question, but I am assuming that the silencer mentioned in the attached article is the lower shroud below the steering column. Is this correct?

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Thursday, September 6th, 2018 AT 5:36 AM

DANNY L

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Hello again.

Yes, that is correct. The actuator is on the HVAC located behind right center of dash. Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.
Danny-

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