04 Explorer Heat,Vent,Defrost box

[tommyz]

The box that directs air to the vents, floor or defroster, the rod has broken off the actuator. The actuator moves when you move the switch to floor, vent etc.
how do you replace that rod to reconnect to the actuator?

 

[Tbars4]

..Welcome here..

..I'm moving your thread over to a sub forum where others may see it and will be able to help you out ..

 

[etucker74]

i am having similar issues where can i find this sub forum at

 

[icepickjazz]

This broken actuator is a very common problem. My Ex has same problem. Checked with one of the favorite ford parts dealer on this forum and they said the only way Ford sells that part is with the whole plenum. For my 04 EX it was $351.37 plus shipping (MSRP 532.38, P/N 4L2Z-19850-EC). Have to pull the Dash as well.

They thought Dorman might make a repair kit (they do for the older ones) , but dash still has to come out for repair. I never followed up on that and I still haven't fixed my problem. I wonder if pick-a-part junk yard might be an option?

Here's a couple of postings with some temporary fixes the for the broken actuator:
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=323586
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=249624