Thank you! The flex drill extension is the way to go. I followed all your tips and they worked great. I had my daughter help, a lot easier for small hands/arms to reach in there!
You are the man! Your how to, shows in every detail what to do and gives pause for additional tools or suggestions. Love it. The meal/lunch with the Fam was the topper. Thank you kind sir.
THANK YOU! You are the first video to use a flex extension. I had given up because I couldn't get a good grip to get the bolts out on that same side. I have renewed hope. I ordered a flex extension and will try again. May you be blessed.
Thank you very much!! We have long winters and the door was stuck on cold! I just finished fixing it thanks to your video, it was easy, and worked like a charm!!!😊
Great job. Had my 2016 camry at the dealership and they asked 120$ an hour to take the whole dashboard and plastics apart, it was 12 hour of job, so price asked was 12×120 :)) . of course I refused and tried to find someone like you. Great video,great knowledge of the job and I'm subscribed to the channel 👍👍👍
You are an amazing mechanic. I enjoy watching all your videos your family is fun to watch too! I have 01' ml320 & fixed my own window regulators watching you & friend fix his car, thank you & God bless you. Susan G
I really enjoy you videos. You work hard and get the job done. You are a lucky man to have such a nice family. Keep the videos coming, but first pay your bills :-)
I need to replace all 3! The one on the actual vent door, seemed to be the hardest until I look at your Video! I did exactly what you did and got it off and on in minutes! None on to the drivers side and I'll be done! Man these things are a PAIN! Lol. Thanks again for a GREAT VIDEO!
Glad I watched this. I would not have thought about using a flexible extension without your video. Ordered one and it made this job a little easier. Still a pain but not as bad as it would have been. Thanks Angel. Suscribed.
Good job on the repair, you need to recalibrate all the vent motors after one of the motors is replaced. Disconnect the positive battery cable and pull the fuse for the hva control module for one minute to make the module recalibrate the motors so they will last longer. Keep up the good work.
I've never even thought of trying to diy anything to do with my car. But the sound was driving me crazy and I didn't have 500 to fix it. Thank you for this video and also to the women who commented. I did it!
Great job man thanks so much you were the only one I could find that did the far right actuator. Let me tell you I am a hell of a lot bigger than you getting in there to get a socket on it took some bone breaking contortions.
I love you. If you could do a video (if you ever work on this problem) on replacing all the parking brake cables on this vehicle. Anyways, keep doing good work!
I think you were overthinking this one, Angel. When I did mine, I unbolted the glove box door. I didn't remove the bottom panel. Your biggest fight will be that thick cable of wires right in the way of the actuator. And, no, you don't need power tools for this one. The actuator is plastic, so it's not torqued down too tight. Use a drive ratchet adapter (Google it), attach a 5.5 mm socket and reach in there. Yes, it takes a little hand strength and smaller hands help, but not all of us have hundred dollar tools available to us. I had to start doing my own work, since GM dealership service department in town went into the toilet. I had them do two of them and the bill was over $500. $40 and one afternoon later, I was good to go. (And for the really cheap among us, sometimes, if the actuator is not making noise, meaning broken teeth, remove it, open it, clean the contacts and see if it works again.) Your video help tremendously. Thank you.
What's the difference between an air door actuator and blend door actuator for the Chevy impala? Or are they the same? They certainly look the same to me.
I work for a company with a fleet of 2006 to 2013 Impalas. I change a least one a week. Both actuators use the same part number. I don't recommend the Dorman brand part, your asking for a come back in a few months. Purchase a AC Delco part. I use a Lisle 5.5 mm Ford ignition module wrench to remove the two screws. The bottom cover and glove box do not have to be removed. The hardest part is clocking the new actuator to go over the shaft.
Hi, great video, but I did not see you calibrate the new unit - everywhere else I looked called for calibration. Did you have any issues after installation? Thanks
Hi Howdy, thanks for watching. From what I read in the repair manual. There was no calibration to do. Can you link me to a video or car forums that shows that. My friend car is working ok.
Sure wish u were in Indiana , my 2006 Impala does this at any time, all hours of day and prob at night too... no key in ignition, nothing ...iy just starts up randomly ...
Angel they sell those gears in various sizes we used to have them in stock at my old job we used them to fix voucher printers you can find them on eBay in assortments just type in plastic gears always good to have you can replace those gears for pennies on the dollar my friend
I’ve replaced actuator with two new ones. It’s still clicking. 2008 impala. It the one in the glove compartment the hard one to get out the one your working on in this video. The only thing I see different is the blend door isn’t moving it’s up. I can’t turn that knob you’re turning. Any suggestions! Help!
I had to fix a blend door acuator on a 2001 Ford Explorer and hers was behind the glove box to. What a pain in the ass it was. Dude I need that flexible extension for the ratchet
I have to change out the same exact actuator on my 2011 Impala. With my gorilla paws, I just barely got those stupid screws out of there (why the hell did Chevy put the wiring harness right in the damn way), and I got the old actuator out. The mistake I made was that (according to the instructions from Dorman) I'm not suppose to put power to the new actuator because it comes clocked exactly the way you need it to hook it back up. Well, I didn't read them first (my mistake) and I decided to hook the new one up to the wire just to see if maybe the wire was bad. When I did that, it moved the spindle, so now its not clocked correctly. Do you know how I could fix that, or should I try and see if I can exchange for a new one from O'Reilly's? I could pop the top off and do it, but I'm afraid it will break something or I won't get it clocked exactly correct. Also, another question, when I was messing with my fresh air actuator buttons, I tried to turn on my AC but, all my AC is doing is flashing a light at me and won't switch over. During the summer, my AC was working, is it not now or is it something to do with a temperature sensor keeping it from turning on (it winter right now as I'm writing this)? Thanks
Your knowledge of repairing cars and sharing it on you tube is reward enough.
3:58 bless you... great man, great father, great mechanic, great videos, great family... u r blessed my friend, greetings from Perú 😆😆😆
thank you my brother. bless you and the family. i really appreciate you watching my videos.
Love the lunch break. God bless you and your family my brother.
Thank you! The flex drill extension is the way to go. I followed all your tips and they worked great. I had my daughter help, a lot easier for small hands/arms to reach in there!
You are the man! Your how to, shows in every detail what to do and gives pause for additional tools or suggestions. Love it. The meal/lunch with the Fam was the topper. Thank you kind sir.
I was in Vegas this week, wish I could've had you help me with my car.. God bless you and your family..
I just would like to congratulate you on making a no nonsense video. Applause.
THANK YOU! You are the first video to use a flex extension. I had given up because I couldn't get a good grip to get the bolts out on that same side. I have renewed hope. I ordered a flex extension and will try again. May you be blessed.
Thank you! I replaced the actuator on my 2007 Colorado. The noise was driving my wife crazy. Only 16 bucks from Amazon. God bless
Awesome! Love seeing you guys practice the one true Faith!
Dude i really enjoyed the family lunch break. Thanks for sharing that brother
Your hand is like flexhead wrench. Nice video.
Thank you very much!!
We have long winters and the door was stuck on cold!
I just finished fixing it thanks to your video, it was easy, and worked like a charm!!!😊
Great job. Had my 2016 camry at the dealership and they asked 120$ an hour to take the whole dashboard and plastics apart, it was 12 hour of job, so price asked was 12×120 :)) . of course I refused and tried to find someone like you. Great video,great knowledge of the job and I'm subscribed to the channel 👍👍👍
Sir ang galing nyo po,marami po akong natutunan sa inyo,isa din po akong Toyota/Lexus mechanic
I wish you made more videos love this channel 🤙
You are an amazing mechanic. I enjoy watching all your videos your family is fun to watch too! I have 01' ml320 & fixed my own window regulators watching you & friend fix his car, thank you & God bless you. Susan G
Looks like you have an amazing family
Informational and entertaining! Best DIY car vid I've seen so far lol
I really enjoy you videos. You work hard and get the job done. You are a lucky man to have such a nice family. Keep the videos coming, but first pay your bills :-)
Loved the lunch break 🙏🏼
I need to replace all 3! The one on the actual vent door, seemed to be the hardest until I look at your Video! I did exactly what you did and got it off and on in minutes! None on to the drivers side and I'll be done! Man these things are a PAIN! Lol. Thanks again for a GREAT VIDEO!
are them all 3 the same? same part number and all?
Lol I like how you recorded the lunch break
Glad I watched this. I would not have thought about using a flexible extension without your video. Ordered one and it made this job a little easier. Still a pain but not as bad as it would have been. Thanks Angel. Suscribed.
Always like to watch your videos I even go back to watch the old ones keep up the good work
Good job on the repair, you need to recalibrate all the vent motors after one of the motors is replaced. Disconnect the positive battery cable and pull the fuse for the hva control module for one minute to make the module recalibrate the motors so they will last longer. Keep up the good work.
hi brother, thank you. I didn't know have to recalibrate the vent motors. thank you for telling me how. i really appreciate it.
have a great day.
I've never even thought of trying to diy anything to do with my car. But the sound was driving me crazy and I didn't have 500 to fix it. Thank you for this video and also to the women who commented. I did it!
Great video! Unfortunately mine was the drivers side. It was a nightmare to get to it. But I got it. God bless sir!
I have fix this issue 4 times to the point i got tired fixing it because is not cool being underneath all twisted and getting cramps
@65 Falcon Dude I just got to ask, I mean no offense Why did the original Chevy part go bad if it is so good?
Hi I'm here in u.a.e all waist watching you're videos and I love all so you're tools
thank you Rolando
Bro WE NEED MORE VIDEOS instead of giveaways 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Awesome. Thank you for the informative video and laughter. Very enjoyable videos
That’s how we Chamorros do it fix it are self great video 👍👍
beautiful work...just beautiful
Great job man thanks so much you were the only one I could find that did the far right actuator. Let me tell you I am a hell of a lot bigger than you getting in there to get a socket on it took some bone breaking contortions.
you are always great deserve 5 star.
I love you. If you could do a video (if you ever work on this problem) on replacing all the parking brake cables on this vehicle. Anyways, keep doing good work!
I am really love watching your video. 100 %
Not the same car but I have a cts coupe same problem so now I know what it is. Thanks so much!
I think you were overthinking this one, Angel. When I did mine, I unbolted the glove box door. I didn't remove the bottom panel. Your biggest fight will be that thick cable of wires right in the way of the actuator. And, no, you don't need power tools for this one. The actuator is plastic, so it's not torqued down too tight. Use a drive ratchet adapter (Google it), attach a 5.5 mm socket and reach in there. Yes, it takes a little hand strength and smaller hands help, but not all of us have hundred dollar tools available to us. I had to start doing my own work, since GM dealership service department in town went into the toilet. I had them do two of them and the bill was over $500. $40 and one afternoon later, I was good to go. (And for the really cheap among us, sometimes, if the actuator is not making noise, meaning broken teeth, remove it, open it, clean the contacts and see if it works again.) Your video help tremendously. Thank you.
Thanks, I'm try your way!!
Good job that's what my car is doing. Thank you
Great video. Thanks for sharing. I have a 2012 impala doing the same thing. Getting ready to order the part from Amazon. ✌🙏👍
3:57 bless you
your videos are good post 2 video in the week
i will try. thank you
Been subbed since the beginning bro. 55k congrats man let's keep em coming.
3:59 Bless You
great video. very helpful. thank you
That was great but man it very fast video tried to keep up good job 👏🏽
Thanks brother worked like a charm
Incredible, nice style to learn and have a fun moment 😂
Great video. I have to do the same thing soon. The impalas were so poorly made, but I still enjoy my 06 impala ss..
Great job sir .
Awesome video I just ordered one off amazon
Nice video sir👍.love ur channels
Have a great day. Mabuhay!
Great video man!
What's the difference between an air door actuator and blend door actuator for the Chevy impala? Or are they the same? They certainly look the same to me.
Thanks man. Great angles.
Hey man thank you so much this is so simple to do i had no idea
Nice. My friend is having the same problem with hers.
I work for a company with a fleet of 2006 to 2013 Impalas. I change a least one a week. Both actuators use the same part number. I don't recommend the Dorman brand part, your asking for a come back in a few months. Purchase a AC Delco part. I use a Lisle 5.5 mm Ford ignition module wrench to remove the two screws. The bottom cover and glove box do not have to be removed. The hardest part is clocking the new actuator to go over the shaft.
wish you all the best
Where did you get that screwdriver with the cord on it I want your video take a note that actuator you don’t mind
Hi, great video, but I did not see you calibrate the new unit - everywhere else I looked called for calibration. Did you have any issues after installation? Thanks
Hi Howdy, thanks for watching. From what I read in the repair manual. There was no calibration to do. Can you link me to a video or car forums that shows that. My friend car is working ok.
bless you! 😏 Awesome job! 😊
Made it look so easy! Which it is, it's just in a really hard place to get to, just like every part that goes bad :(
Gracias
La verdad me ayudó mucho tu viejo👌
Sure wish u were in Indiana , my 2006 Impala does this at any time, all hours of day and prob at night too... no key in ignition, nothing ...iy just starts up randomly ...
Do it kill your battery?
Angel they sell those gears in various sizes we used to have them in stock at my old job we used them to fix voucher printers you can find them on eBay in assortments just type in plastic gears always good to have you can replace those gears for pennies on the dollar my friend
cool, thank you for telling me. i will try to find it. have a nice day.
Great video! Thanks for sharing brother!
Very good video!
You are GREAT MAN!
I’ve replaced actuator with two new ones. It’s still clicking. 2008 impala. It the one in the glove compartment the hard one to get out the one your working on in this video.
The only thing I see different is the blend door isn’t moving it’s up. I can’t turn that knob you’re turning. Any suggestions! Help!
Bless you 🤧
Where u stay at im in Las Vegas now? Could this be draining my battery too?
i love this channel..smart man
I fixed two of them on my daughters vehicle. Chevy impala ‘s actuators don’t last long!
Bless you! Bless you!
Nice work man!
Nice work 😎👍
Awesome video, prayer made me subscribe!
Awesome video👍
Where are you located I need mine repaired...ASAP...2013 CHEVY MALIBU
Been looking all over for this - I have a Cadillac sts that's having the same problem
That face tho 😂 3:27 - 3:29
Good job. Good man.
Keep it coming bro
i have a 2013 malibue is this on the same side or driver side?
I had to fix a blend door acuator on a 2001 Ford Explorer and hers was behind the glove box to. What a pain in the ass it was. Dude I need that flexible extension for the ratchet
Good video
Kumusta kabayan 👏👏👏👍👍👍👊👊👊
I bought one and replaced it a few minutes ago and realized BOTH are making noises. Are both Identical Part Numbers?
Nice job bud
Thanks for the video.
standard feature in gms....dont worry about it..
I have a 2012 that does that. Going to buy the part and fix it myself.
I have to change out the same exact actuator on my 2011 Impala. With my gorilla paws, I just barely got those stupid screws out of there (why the hell did Chevy put the wiring harness right in the damn way), and I got the old actuator out. The mistake I made was that (according to the instructions from Dorman) I'm not suppose to put power to the new actuator because it comes clocked exactly the way you need it to hook it back up. Well, I didn't read them first (my mistake) and I decided to hook the new one up to the wire just to see if maybe the wire was bad. When I did that, it moved the spindle, so now its not clocked correctly. Do you know how I could fix that, or should I try and see if I can exchange for a new one from O'Reilly's? I could pop the top off and do it, but I'm afraid it will break something or I won't get it clocked exactly correct.
Also, another question, when I was messing with my fresh air actuator buttons, I tried to turn on my AC but, all my AC is doing is flashing a light at me and won't switch over. During the summer, my AC was working, is it not now or is it something to do with a temperature sensor keeping it from turning on (it winter right now as I'm writing this)?
Thanks
Thank you
Good JOB!
very very good
God bless you! Ain't that a turd of a task? I have to do it on my vehicle soon before it drives me batty hahaha!