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Old Nov 12, 2003 | 06:02 PM
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Question Temp Control in Cab

My 1998 Ford Ranger 4x4 small V6 5 speed - lost control of the cab temp - stuck on hot. What is going to be involed? Ford dealer suggested $250 part and 7-8 hrs labor - around $800. I'm looking for a cheep fix. 100k miles
 
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Old Nov 12, 2003 | 06:58 PM
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Sounds like the blend door is broken, check out the link in the tech info post for the fix.
 
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Old Nov 13, 2003 | 07:12 AM
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KEN00 - thank you. I can't wait to try it
 
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Old Nov 13, 2003 | 05:30 PM
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GS,
I have the exact same problem with my 98. I've not resolved it yet, my blend door actuator looked good, so I don't know what it is. I've only been able to work on it here and there. When you figure it out, would you mind posting what you found. Thanks.
 
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