Rear Airflow Mode And Air Mix Actuator Inspection

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Connect battery positive voltage to terminal G and ground to terminal F, and battery positive voltage to terminal F and ground to terminal G of the rear airflow mode and air mix actuator.

Fig 1: Inspecting Rear Airflow Mode And Air Mix Actuator Connector Terminals
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Verify that the rear airflow mode and air mix actuator operates as shown below.

Connection		Movement
B+	GND	Movement
G	F	VENT, COLD to HEAT, HOT
F	G	HEAT, HOT to VENT, COLD

Fig 2: Inspecting Rear Airflow Mode And Air Mix Actuator Operation

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Inspect for continuity between the rear airflow mode and air mix actuator terminals using an ohmmeter.
- If not as specified, replace the rear airflow mode and air mix actuator.
Fig 3: Actuator Position Continuity Table
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