TheCanadian
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So I'm trying to find this part without breaking the bank since I'm a student. Would you guys recommend getting this part from a wrecker? also would the old gen liberty's have the same one?
KK - Passenger Heater Blend Door Actuator
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Which part? The air distribution box? If that’s what you mean, no, I wouldn’t get it from a pull-a-part junkyard because it would be so much trouble to take another dash apart to get to it. Also, you want one with new seals that are not going to degrade and get stuck in a couple of years so you have to do the job all over again.
If you are referring to the actuator motors, yes, those are pretty easy to pull. All 3 are the same part number if I remember correctly.
If you are referring to the actuator motors, yes, those are pretty easy to pull. All 3 are the same part number if I remember correctly.
TheCanadian
Member
Sounds good, I'll have to shop around to get the lowest price I guess for the distribution box
Put a new heater core in it while you have the box out of the dash. Even if your current heater core seems fine, by now it’s at least 7 years old if you have a 2012 and spending some additional cash now will save you tons of work or $$$ in the future.
TheCanadian
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I've gotten my heater core flushed before and it pumped more heat.
I have to get the radiator fluid changed since its almost a copper color and I'm sure it's clogging the heater core once again. There's a few shops that do it mechanically which is perfect.
Billwill
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I know the KJs have to use HOAT radiator fluid only which is an orange color.....make sure you use the correct one for your Jeep!
Totally agree with this analysis. Rubber gasket glues everything together and the door won't move. Need to replace the whole box assembly if that happens
Btw- do get a new distribution box, seal set and heater core as others suggested. You only want to do this job once. It will take you about 13 hours start to finish. More time than money really. But you can do it yourself.
There is no heat at the floor and very little out of the dash. roblox toy codes mobdro
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mrt100171
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The forums and lots of knowledgeable members are quite helpful. I have already ordered the replacement box, gasket kit, and a new heater core. It should all be here in a week or so.
All of my research tells me the same thing, it was just a simple question of money. In today's dollars, the parts cost me slightly more than $300. The labor cost involved at a garage/dealer is what kills you. I don't have that kind of money to spend, so I will punish myself in all sorts of ways and get this changed out.
13 hours-I think it will take me quite a bit longer. Likely a couple of days. Fortunately, I have every imaginable tool available (for backhoe maintenance).
Good for you. This can be done in under 13 hours if you take your time, stay organized, take breaks, and label everything. Good luck from someone who has been there.
mrt100171
New Member
Well the replacement unit has arrived, as has the heater core. Just waiting on the gasket set.
What I am wondering now...might there be something immensely clever that can be done so that the new one never gets sticky-door syndrome?
I am assuming that it is the adhesive on the gasket that does it. I just can't believe that they have not adapted a new adhesive formula or something. I mean I would rather use a high-temp silicone or the like.
Maybe they want them replaced every 6-10 years or so. It is not like there isn't a relatively steady stream of replacement parts needed for any Jeep.
On a positive note, I can find a nice place to install my new UltraGauge. I feel naked without an external temperature display in the winter. I was always spoiled with Grand Cherokees in the past.
What I am wondering now...might there be something immensely clever that can be done so that the new one never gets sticky-door syndrome?
I am assuming that it is the adhesive on the gasket that does it. I just can't believe that they have not adapted a new adhesive formula or something. I mean I would rather use a high-temp silicone or the like.
Maybe they want them replaced every 6-10 years or so. It is not like there isn't a relatively steady stream of replacement parts needed for any Jeep.
On a positive note, I can find a nice place to install my new UltraGauge. I feel naked without an external temperature display in the winter. I was always spoiled with Grand Cherokees in the past.
