Mode door replacement?

Tiny
DAVID HAYDEN
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  • 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA
  • 3.8L
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Heat and air flow mode actuator.
Tuesday, October 24th, 2023 AT 6:30 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

The actuators you mentioned are two different ones. The mode door actuator is for airflow direction and the temp (heat) is a blend air door. I suspect you are referring to the mode door (air flow direction), so I attached the directions below.

If, however, you need the blend air door actuator (air temperature actuator), let me know if it is for the left or right side.

Take care and let me know if this helps.

Joe

See pics below.
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Tuesday, October 24th, 2023 AT 6:58 PM
Tiny
DAVID HAYDEN
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Thanks, not a job for me.
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Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 AT 8:33 AM
Tiny
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Dave, other than it being tight to work on, it really isn't that difficult. However, I understand if you are uncomfortable doing it.

If you change your mind, let me know and I'll help you through it.

Take care of yourself,

Joe
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Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 AT 6:14 PM
Tiny
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My local mechanic said it is a 7-hour job and wants $800.00 to do it. I was not able to tell by the photo what would be involved. Poor eyesight and at 80 it might be difficult, but it sounds like you have a way to do it without taking the dash apart. If we try I would need much better pictures/diagram than you sent before. Thanks, David
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Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 AT 6:52 PM
Tiny
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I would be able to help and could look for better pics. However, I need to confirm if it is a mode door actuator or a blend air door actuator. Is it the airflow direction or temperature that is causing problems? If it is the temperature settings, which side is affected?

Let me know.

Joe
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Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 AT 7:18 PM
Tiny
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Mainly the temperature, sometimes the clicking happens even when the car is just parked or just opening the door will start it clicking. Thanks

David
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Thursday, October 26th, 2023 AT 8:13 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

If it is the temperature that is the problem, that is easier than the mode door actuator. Just to give you an idea, take a look through this link:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-blend-door-motor

Let me know which side isn't properly working. See pic below.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below. Note: The right side calls for 1.3 hours of labor and the left side calls for 3.5. See pic 2
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Thursday, October 26th, 2023 AT 7:19 PM
Tiny
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Looks great, I will give it a try. Thanks What do I do to support this program? It is great to actually get a qualified answer to a problem.
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Thursday, October 26th, 2023 AT 8:24 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

Is the air temperature affected on both sides of the vehicle? It should have a dual climate control design. Also, your support is appreciated simply by your return in the future and telling others. The site owner does have a gofundme page specifically to help others, but that isn't required. Here is the link:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-us-help-others-get-back-on-the-road

Please don't feel obligated. Also, let me know which side is affected so that I can get you the specifics for your vehicle. The link I included above is how it is done in general.

Take care,

Joe
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Thursday, October 26th, 2023 AT 8:34 PM
Tiny
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It is the driver's side. Thanks
David
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Friday, October 27th, 2023 AT 5:27 AM
Tiny
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David, I attached the directions below. The only thing I see you may have an issue with is calibration after it is replaced. It requires a scan tool that can communicate with the module. Take a look at the directions. I attached the recalibration procedures in the last pic. Let me know your thoughts and questions.

Take care,
joe

See pics below.
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Friday, October 27th, 2023 AT 8:32 PM

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