Why is my Acadia blend door actuator not working?
I’ve had two recent issues with my 2010 Acadia blend door actuators and I thought I’d share what I’ve learned. Issue #1: Last fall, the mode actuator for the defrost/dash/floor selector stopped working. Mine got stuck on the dash mode, but I assume it could get stuck on any of the modes.
Where are the actuators on a GMC Acadia?
After removing the actuator and opening it, I could see the burnt area on the circuit board around one of the resistors, which I’m pretty certain is the problem. There are three actuators: one on the driver’s and two on the passenger’s side. I’ll call them 1.) the driver’s heat/cool, 2.) the passenger’s heat/cool, and 3.) the defroster/dash/floor.
Where is the HVAC fuse on a GMC Acadia?
After spending 2-3 hours swapping the passenger heat/cool actuator with the mode actuator, I realized that both of these actuators were functioning correctly. Turns out that all I needed to do was to pull the fuse and reset the HVAC. This took only 15 minutes. The fuse for HVAC is located under the glove box against the wheel well.
How much does it cost to replace a passenger blend door actuator?
Between your post and that one, there should be no reason anyone with a little bit of skill and physically able to should have to pay the $400.00-$600.00 some dealers are charging to change an actuator. Just replaced the passenger blend door actuator on our 2010.
I’ve had two recent issues with my 2010 Acadia blend door actuators and I thought I’d share what I’ve learned. Issue #1: Last fall, the mode actuator for the defrost/dash/floor selector stopped working. Mine got stuck on the dash mode, but I assume it could get stuck on any of the modes.
Can a refrigerant be added to an Acadia?
Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant. The A/C system in your Acadia consists of a compressor that is belt-driven, an evaporator and freon. If there is a problem with your compressor or evaporator, adding freon will not restore cooling.
What was the problem with my 2015 Acadia?
My 2015 Acadia was leaking refrigerant, this is the second costly air conditioning problem I’ve had in less then 1 year. The first time we were traveling and the problem seemed to be exactly the same as it is now, so went to an out of town dealership. Were told it’s not under warranty, they told us cost was over 348. bucks as a “discounted price”.
What to do if your GMC Acadia has a leak?
When the air conditioner in your 2013 GMC Acadia starts blowing hot air, you likely have a freon leak. Recharging the freon in your AC system is an inexpensive and easy first step to restoring the cooling capacity of your A/C system. Most refrigerants include a leak sealer that will seal small leaks in addition to filling the R134a refrigerant.