Our '97 Caravan makes a noise as though a damper was being closed when either the doors are opened / closed or when you come to a stop. Also, with all of the heater and AC controls set to off, air is still felt coming from the floor vents.
I have completed and reset the HVAC computer settings successfully.
Any thoughts ?
96Grand
05-07-2006, 07:14 PM
This Actuator Connector May Be Loose Or Faulty.
Recirculation Door Actuator
REMOVAL
Pull back on carpeting on the right lower floor.
Remove Recirc. door actuator connector.
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Remove (3) mounting screws for Recirc. actuator.
Remove Recirc. actuator.
Disengage actuator linkage at Recirc. door.
Remove actuator from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Perform the HVAC Control Calibration Diagnostic and Cool-down test.
w3frg01
05-07-2006, 08:02 PM
I just removed the actuator and the plastic linkage at the recirculator door is broken. It has a bit of grease around it so when I clean that off I'll be able to see if the door linkage is removable or if it can be glued. That's tomorrows job.
Thanks
Tom
96Grand
05-07-2006, 10:36 PM
Good stuff, you may have to call the dealer for these parts if you are unable to repair it. I'm not sure if parts stores carry the door and the linkage.
sdsdsd
05-08-2006, 11:45 AM
Tom,
I think the problem is you are sunning yourself instead of engineering the repair. Maybe it thinks it a thermal vac system hot cold etc.
w3frg01
05-08-2006, 03:13 PM
STeve,
The dealer wants approx $300 for the entire pkg, which is the only way it comes, no lever replacement avail., so out comes the glue.
sdsdsd
05-08-2006, 03:20 PM
Call The Junk Yard 610-272-1377
w3frg01
05-08-2006, 06:56 PM
I used some Loctite super glue and the jobs completed. Hardest part was aligning the arm on the actuator motor. Recal worked out just fine.
Thanks again for all of the great suggestions, directions and help.
Tom
96Grand
05-10-2006, 01:18 AM
A/C - Mode Door Actuator Removal Revisions
NUMBER: 26-06-98
GROUP: Miscellaneous
DATE: June, 1998
REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH BLACK BARS IN THE MARGIN
Models:
1996 Caravan, Voyager, Town & Country Service Manual - Publication Number 81-370-6105
DESCRIPTION OF CHANGES
Revision to the Heater A/C mode door actuator removal procedure
