a/c vent doors

2003 NISSAN SENTRA
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL
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POR924
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It seems as though the a/c system is working correctly however i suspect that the doors that direct air to the vents are stuck on the heater core side instead of the a/c evap coer side. If this is possible to occur, what must i do to repair it?
Jun 14, 2011 at 10:07 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Start by checking the air blend door and actuator
Jun 14, 2011 at 10:10 AM
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POR924
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Where is that located?
Jun 14, 2011 at 10:22 AM
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WRENCHTECH
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This one uses a cable for that. The cable may be off or broken.
Jun 14, 2011 at 12:40 PM
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POR924
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So before I tear into it and take the whole dash apart, can anyone tell me if this year make and medel has a door actuator or is manually controlled via cable please? It has the 1.8L and has manual windows and door locks.
Jun 15, 2011 at 4:29 PM
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POR924
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By the way, thanks for such a quick reply!!
Jun 15, 2011 at 4:30 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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I just told you it had a cable and gave you a picture of it.
Jun 15, 2011 at 4:49 PM
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POR924
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Wrenchtech, thanks...I really appreciate it. I was just confused as to which one I have because on another forum a tech said it was electronically actuated via a motor. Mine has manual door locks and windows so it makes sence that it also has manual a/c controls.
Jun 15, 2011 at 8:10 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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That car has a problem with a temperature door. You have a problem with mode doors. Different parts.
Jun 15, 2011 at 9:42 PM
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POR924
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Thanks, Where is the temperature door located?
Jun 15, 2011 at 10:29 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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You don't have a temp door problem. you have a mode door problem. It controls air direction, not temperature.
Jun 15, 2011 at 10:32 PM
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POR924
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Oh...ok, got it. Well It's fixed! Turns out that the cable from the control panel was detached because what it mounts to broke somehow. I plastic wedded it all back together and re attached the cable!!! Got a/c now...and I live in Vegas
Jun 16, 2011 at 12:12 AM
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Glad you got it fixed. hope your glue holds.
Jun 16, 2011 at 12:15 AM
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POR924
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Thanks...me too! I also zip tied the cable to a near by harness for added security.
Jun 16, 2011 at 12:58 AM