The floor distribution duct for driver is blowing all the time, I cannot change the direction?

PAWEL_N

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2019 DODGE DURANGO
5.7L
V8
4WD
AUTOMATIC
35,000 MILES

Hello,

I have a problem with all the time blowing air by Floor Distribution Duct for driver, for passenger it is okay. I can change the air direction, I can turn off the air for passengers, but I cannot do it for the driver. The air is all the time vents by driver's Floor Distribution Duct. I was watching by endoscope camera that the drivers' flap (valve) inside Floor Distribution Duct is working only in small range. The valve is not closing tight. And the air is running all the time. Is it normal that the air is all the running by driver's Floor Distribution Duct? There is some temp sensor inside this duct, and it have to so working. I am waiting for your reply.
Have a nice day,
Pawel

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KEN L

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Can you remove the actuator that is controlling the air blend door and then move the door by hand to see if you can get it to close completely? I have seen obstructions like an ink pen or toothpick that has fallen into the ventilation system and keep the door from operating correctly. Here are the instructions on how to remove the actuator, if you can move the door completely, I would replace the actuator. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.

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Tuesday, July 30th, 2024 AT 11:10 AM

PAWEL_N

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Dear Ken,
I tried to remove this actuator, but I could do it. I do not know how to pass along steps "Refer to 23." And "Refer to 24." From your description. Could you please add these steps too.
I am waiting for your reply.
Have a nice day,
Pawel

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Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 AT 4:17 AM

KEN L

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Hi Pawel, this is all they give us to replace the actuator, what problem are you having? Can you upload images or a short video?

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Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 AT 10:12 AM

PAWEL_N

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Hi Ken,
I can not get to this actuator. I can not, I do not know how to remove airbag.
There is to remove glove box. Why? It is other place.

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Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 AT 2:30 AM

KEN L

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Yep, they are a little vague, it is up to you to remove whatever is in the way so you can get to the actuator. This job can sometimes be a little difficult.