After the dealer replaced a leaky EVAP core by re-circulation door does not work

BENNY6169

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2009 CHRYSLER 300
5.7L
V8
2WD
74,000 MILES

I think the tech accidentally broke it and said nothing. The actuator is working. Is there a way to manually put it in that mode and leave it? I live in AZ and don't need fresh air.

Wednesday, September 11th, 2019 AT 4:09 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Welcome to 2CarPros.

If the actuator is working, are you sure nothing is disconnected? Also, have you considered returning it to the shop that did the repairs?

As far as the door, you will need to remove the actuator and somehow attach the linkage so it doesn't move. However, don't jam the actuator. In all honesty, I have never been asked to do this, so remove the glove box and then the actuator to see if there is a way to secure the door in the position you want.

I wish I had a better answer, but this one isn't in the books. LOL

Joe

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Wednesday, September 11th, 2019 AT 6:55 PM

BENNY6169

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Thank you for the help.
I brought it back to the dealer after it lost charge so they started looking for more leaks and found the condenser fitting had a pinhole leak. Now fixed. When I asked him about the door I got how do we know who or how it happened. I said while the tech had the dash open for the core shouldn't he have noticed? Updates me? And had it repaired for $140.00 instead of over $1,400.00.
Thanks again I'm determined and will get it done.

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Wednesday, September 11th, 2019 AT 7:28 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Welcome back:

Honestly, or more importantly, when he had it apart could he have broken something? Regardless, let me know how you make out or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

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Thursday, September 12th, 2019 AT 4:47 PM