Heat and air conditioning system

2004 LINCOLN LS
90,000 MILES • 3.9L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOE BECH
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Defroster does not blow when it's on defrost it blows out of air vents. if you put it on floor it blows floors and air vents with heat or air on and passenger side is a little warmer. when you have air on and I run the codes, 1263, 2426 and 2796.
Mar 25, 2020 at 6:43 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

The actuator is most likely the issue. The codes are for the defroster actuator.

I attached a picture of the actuator and how it mounts. The down side is the dash has to be moved back to access the motor itself.

Roy

INSTRUMENT PANEL

REMOVAL

CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.

1. Remove the front floor console.
2. Remove the transmission range selector lever.
3. Remove the LH and RH A-pillar lower trim panels.
4. Remove the LH and RH windshield side garnish mouldings.



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5. To remove individual components only, carry out the steps.


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6. View 1 of 3. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.


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7. View 2 of 3. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.


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8. View 3 of 3. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.

Item 3: Assist Arm Removal Note
1. Lift up on the arms when lowering the glove compartment door.

Item 6: Glove Compartment Bin Removal Note
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Item 27: Defroster Grille Removal Note
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Item 38: Instrument Panel Removal Note
1. An assistant is required to carry out this procedure.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Mar 26, 2020 at 5:05 AM
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JOE BECH
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How do you know which one I need to replace?
Mar 26, 2020 at 8:19 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Based on your input and the codes you gave us indicate the actuator for defrost control is not working.

Roy
Mar 27, 2020 at 4:57 AM
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JOE BECH
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So is it on passenger side or the one on driver side ?
Mar 27, 2020 at 10:16 AM