Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: It is not required to install the new RH temperature blend door linkage parts included in the RH temperature blend door actuator service part kit if only the temperature blend door actuator requires replacement and the linkage parts are not broken or binding.

RH temperature blend door actuator and linkage

Disconnect the glove compartment damper from the glove compartment.
Remove the glove compartment.
Remove the RH lower instrument panel insulator.
Remove the RH lower floor console trim panel.
Remove the 3 RH temperature blend door actuator screws.
Disconnect the RH temperature blend door actuator electrical connector.
Remove the RH temperature blend door actuator.
Manually operate, and inspect the RH temperature blend door linkage for incorrect placement, binding or damage.
RH temperature blend door actuator linkage only
Detach the 2 retaining tabs and remove the RH temperature blend door linkage.

Fig 1: Locating RH Temperature Blend Door Linkage Retaining Tabs
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

All vehicles
To install, reverse the removal procedure.