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Old Jan 20, 2013 | 03:44 PM
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Defrost mix not working

So my defrost works and my floor works but when i put my heater on defrost/floor mix it only comes out in the floor not the windshield. Any ideas?
 
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Old Jan 20, 2013 | 04:16 PM
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Likely the blend door. Run a search for it.
 
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Old Jan 20, 2013 | 05:55 PM
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Originally Posted by MCDavis
Likely the blend door. Run a search for it.
Hhmm i may not be searching the right thing but everything i see os related to temp controls. Thats not my issue though. Help please.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2013 | 05:58 AM
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I agree, the blend door is likely at fault.
If you have the "auto" climate control there is a self test that can give you some problem codes.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/986532-2008-eatc-self-test.html
 
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Old Jan 21, 2013 | 06:06 AM
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I dont. Mine has the manual *****. After checking again this morning, it does blow out somewhat, but its very weak. I know it will be weaker on mix mode than if it were on full defrost, but I have to set my fan speed to max before you can even feel it blowing through the defrost vents up top, whereas the floor portion of the mix is fine on any speed. I should have mentioned I have the manual controls. Also it is an 05 FX4 if that matters.

Thanks guys.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2013 | 02:03 PM
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Plus 2 on blend door. It is electronically actuated and is well known to crap out. I have had at least three replaced on my '06. Never doen it myself, but believe it not to be difficult to replace yourself. does not take the Ford shop techs long at all to complete. all in knowing the secrets I guess.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2013 | 02:06 PM
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Would not hold my breath, but was told once (by dealer) to try disconnecting the battery to reset the system prior to replacement. This potentially could allow the actuator to reset itself. Still think you will need a replacement, but no harm in giving this a try.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2013 | 04:57 PM
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U have 2 doors, one for degree of heat and one for position of heat. Check your 2nd option. The third door is for Air Conditioning.
 
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Any idea which is which?
 
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Old Jan 21, 2013 | 09:30 PM
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Let's try this.....
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They are hard to see since the power pedal motor/plug is in the way. not the easiest to get in there with your fingers and a wrench let alone a camera! The bottom motor controls air to panel/defrost/and floors.
 
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