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2002 Chevrolet Astro Repair Question


Topics covered: Heater, Vacuum hose, Vents.
Mileage: 126,000 miles.

Asked on February 23, 2011

Van

I have a 2002 astro van that the defrost blower and heat work but the cabin heater does not blow?
Avatar Asked by dakinh

Answer

Replied on February 23, 2011

Are you saying the air only blows out the defrost?

Tiny Answered by JDL (expert)
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Replied on February 24, 2011

Thank you for your reply.yes, the air only blows out of the defrost, but the rear heater does work. could it be a vacuum hose not opening the main vents?

Tiny Response from dakinh
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Replied on February 24, 2011

Yes, it could be a vacuum issue or the mode actuator. Note diagram.

Tiny Answered by JDL (expert)
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Replied on February 25, 2011

Thank

Tiny Response from dakinh
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Replied on February 25, 2011

Thank you for your response, could you tell me where the actuator is physically located on the van? thanks again.
Hans

Tiny Response from dakinh
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Replied on February 25, 2011

It's under the dash. I'd have to look. Below is the best picture I have.

Tiny Answered by JDL (expert)
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Replied on February 25, 2011

Thank you for your help

Tiny Response from dakinh
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Replied on February 25, 2011

Have a good day.

Tiny Answered by JDL (expert)
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