Annoying, regular, loud clicking noise from hub of AC/Heat part in rear panel of 2004 Ford Explorer XLT. How do I access the interior of this hub?

Marvin

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• Posted on May 07, 2009

SOURCE: 2004 explorer clicking under dash

this noise is the air temperature control blend door motor, a very common problem and very hard to repair, he dash must be removed to access the motor..

SOURCE: FORD EXPLORER 2004 CLICKING NOSE FROM LEFT REAR INSIDE

The problem is most likely a damper door actuator that has a stripped gear. I replaced mine in my Explorer and it appears to be a common problem. To replace it you must remove the side panel which is held in by the door seals and spring clips. This will expose the rear a/c unit. Then you must remove the bolts securing the a/c housing to allow you to pull the housing away from the fender to get access to the actuator. The actuator is bolted on and will require a small socket to remove it. You can hear and feel the actuator thumping to determine which one it is. When replaced, the actuator shaft must be aligned with the damper door which is inside the housing. The part number for mine was YL5Z*19E616*AA and lists for $68.18 at the Ford dealer. I found it later online for $35.

SOURCE: My 03 expedition has a loud clicking noise coming

The actuator costs about $65.00.

SOURCE: How to remove rear hatch panel on 98 Ford Explorer?

you can get a repair guide at your local auto parts store

SOURCE: replace rear wiper arm

there is a cover at the base lift it up and then you have a nut. 10mm remove this and pull off the arm. sometime they get stuck and you will have to pry it up.