Restore smooth control over your cabin airflow with the Dorman - OE Solutions HVAC Blend Door Actuator 604-201. This electric actuator drives the blend door that regulates temperature and air distribution inside the HVAC case, and it drops in as a direct-fit replacement for the 1998-2001 Ford Explorer, 1998-2002 Ford Ranger, and 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer. This is the MAIN position actuator — many vehicles use several different air door actuators for specific positions, so review the application notes to confirm it matches the location and function of the one you need to replace.
- Direct replacement: engineered to fit and function like the original air door actuator on the listed years, makes, and models.
- Position specific: covers the MAIN air door position; vehicles often have multiple HVAC door actuators, so verify the location and function before ordering.
- Durable construction: designed and tested to strict standards to help resist wear and electrical burnout for reliable operation.
- Trustworthy quality: backed by a team of experts and engineers in the United States.
If a failed blend door actuator is the cause of inconsistent temperature or a door that won't move, this unit replaces it. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level fitment.
Interchange: APBDA0109 · I04001 · ADA136 · ADS208 · 73029 · F87Z19E616AA · DA1125 · SK604201 · ADR208 · J04011 · J04015
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this blend door actuator do?
It drives the blend door inside the HVAC case that regulates cabin temperature and air distribution. This is the MAIN position actuator for the listed applications.
Which vehicles does the Dorman 604-201 fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the 1998-2001 Ford Explorer, 1998-2002 Ford Ranger, and 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level fitment.
My truck has more than one actuator — is this the right one?
This is the MAIN position actuator. Vehicles often use several air door actuators, so review the application notes to confirm it matches the location and function you need to replace.
What are signs this actuator may need replacing?
Inconsistent cabin temperature, air coming from the wrong vents, or a blend door that won't move can be signs. Diagnose the cause before replacing, as other components can produce similar symptoms.
What numbers does this part interchange with?
It replaces APBDA0109, I04001, ADA136, ADS208, 73029, F87Z19E616AA, DA1125, SK604201, ADR208, J04011, and J04015.
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