defroster vent not working

2008 KIA SPORTAGE
120,000 MILES • 2.7L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PHILLIP.MAKAD
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only air coming out of the side vents,not to the feet or defroster area,blowe motor works fine
Feb 19, 2020 at 9:01 AM
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JOETECHPRO
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Hey PHILLIP.MAKAD,

It sounds like you have an issue with the mode control actuator.

The HVAC system controls the mode control actuator to move the vent position flap in the heater box.

I have attached the replacement instruction and testing information for this unit.

Let us know if you have any further questions on the testing or replacement, we can run you through the testing if you are unsure.

Regards, Joe
Feb 23, 2020 at 4:02 PM
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