Defrost not working properly

Tiny
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  • 2012 CHEVROLET 3500
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  • 2WD
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  • 101,206 MILES
I'm having a issue with the defrost setting in the cab. All other settings work, but when switched to defrost hardly any air comes through.
Thursday, February 3rd, 2022 AT 12:58 PM

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Tiny
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It’s actually a 2012 Chevrolet Express 4500.
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Thursday, February 3rd, 2022 AT 1:02 PM
Tiny
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This is most likely an issue with the defrost actuator. On this truck you have an actuator for just defrost so the control module can try and regulate the moisture on the windshield to prevent it from fogging.

Here is a guide that talks about this issue. It is not exactly the same but covers similar operation.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/air-vents-stay-in-the-defrost-position

However, below is info from the manual on how to replace the actuator which is what I suspect the issue is. What I would do is remove the actuator and move the door manually and make sure you have the proper amount of air.

If you do then I would replace it and retest.

Please let me know what questions you have on this.

Thanks
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Friday, February 4th, 2022 AT 7:39 PM

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