Front windshield defroster vent not opening

Tiny
OCONNOG
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  • 1998 BMW 525I
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 120,000 MILES
When hitting defrost button on dark blower fires up to full speed but vent doors directing air to front windshield do not open.
Tuesday, June 25th, 2019 AT 7:46 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sounds like the defroster flap actuator has gone out here is the location so you can replace it. Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.
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Wednesday, June 26th, 2019 AT 11:30 AM

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