HVAC actuator

Tiny
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Just found the bulliten that addresses the problem.
What happens on these systems is the actuators wear and their feedback values go out of limits. When this happens, the A/C control module shuts down that actuator. GM has developed new software for the A/C control module that opens up these feedback values and will fix this problem. You can have the module reprogrammed at any GM dealer. This is a whole lot easier and less expensive than replacing an actuator. Here is a copy of the technical service bulletin for your reference. The dealer will probably charge between $50.00 to $100.00 to reprogram the module.

Bulletin No: 06-01-38-003
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Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 AT 4:43 AM
Tiny
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Found this:
Bulletin No: 06-01-38-003
Date: April 27, 2006
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Intermittent Ticking Noise from I/P, Poor A/C Performance, HVAC DTCs B0229, B0414, B0424, B3770 (Reprogram HVAC Control Module)

Models:
2004-2006 Cadillac Escalade Models
2004-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe
2004-2006 GMC Sierra Models, Yukon Models

with Air Conditioning (RPOs CJ2, CJ3)
Condition
Some customers may comment on one or more of the following concerns:
Intermittent ticking/clicking noise from the instrument panel.

Recirculation mode does not work or Air Conditioning (A/C) system performance is poor during high ambient temperatures.

Unable to control the driver side temperature.

Unable to control the passenger side temperature.

Unable to change the front system modes.

Cause
This condition may be caused by the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) actuators that may hunt for the correct commanded position. This cycling may cause a clicking or ticking noise.
An overtravel of the HVAC system control doors may cause one or more of the concerns listed above. If an overtravel occurs, a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set, and the door will go to a preset default position. When a system door defaults, that door will stay at the default position until the DTC is cleared. After the DTC is cleared, the door will operate properly until the overtravel condition re-occurs.
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Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 AT 4:56 AM
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Technicians are to perform the normal diagnostic procedures in SI for these concerns. If diagnostics show that the HVAC system door(s) travel below 5 counts (out of the lower range) or above 250 counts (out of the upper range), then update the software calibrations in the HVAC control module. The new calibrations were made available to dealerships as part of TIS2000 incremental satellite update version 2.5, which was broadcast to dealers in February 2006.
The new calibrations have been updated to compensate for the actuator overtravel condition, the actuator hunting and the ticking/clicking noises. The new calibrations effectively eliminate the codes listed above, the default position of the doors associated with the DTCs and opens up the feedback position value.
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Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 AT 4:59 AM
Tiny
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I am going to leave my setup as is. It works so far. If it fails, will have dealer change the actuator limits.
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Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 AT 5:01 AM
Tiny
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Saw the first one but not the second.

You can call the dealer and see if they can update the calibration and see if it helps. You can also give them your VIN number and look in history to see if this was done or not. It has been thirteen years and it is coming up now.

Roy
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Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 AT 5:03 AM

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