1996 Chevy Astro AC vents

Tiny
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  • 1996 CHEVROLET ASTRO
  • 6 CYL
  • AWD
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  • 15,200 MILES
Front ac blow from the defrost vent only it was working blowing from dash board vents, is there a lever that chance this problem?
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 AT 6:37 PM

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Tiny
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You have a vacuum leak. The air flow direction is done by vacuum actuated vent doors. If there is a loss of vacuum, it goes to the defroster. Check under the dash. If you are lucky, with the engine running, you may hear a hissing sound.

Let me know what you find.
Joe
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Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 AT 11:26 PM
Tiny
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Ididn't hear any hissing any other remedy to my problem
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Friday, July 23rd, 2010 AT 9:25 AM
Tiny
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Honestly, I feel strongly that there is a leak. I was hoping you would hear a hissing to help locate the problem. If you don't, you have to start following the vacuum hoses to see if any are damaged or disconnected.
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Saturday, July 24th, 2010 AT 12:40 AM
Tiny
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You guys are the best! I found the broken hose, replaced it and the air works fine! In the process of replacing all hoses they become brittle in this Arizona heat thanks!
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Saturday, July 24th, 2010 AT 9:10 AM
Tiny
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Arizona. I thought it was hot here in PA. Nearing 100 degrees with like 80% humidity. It's hard to breath outside. But that probably sounds like winter to you. I have always wanted to visit AZ. Maybe some day when my kids are grown I'll have a chance.

Good job finding the leak. They are a pain, but I knew that is what it was. Take care of yourself, tell your friends and family about the web site, and thanks for using 2carpros. Com.

Joe
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Saturday, July 24th, 2010 AT 10:42 PM

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