Dorman 604-202 HVAC Blend Door Actuator - Auxiliary or Main
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Dorman 604-202 HVAC Blend Door Actuator - Auxiliary or Main

Brand Dorman 604-202
Position Main
Material Plastic
Package Contents Actuator
Switch Activation Type Rotary
Fits Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury · 54 vehicles

OE-style replacement. Precision-engineered to match original quality and performance.

Rotary activation. Smoothly controls the blend door with a rotary switch design.

Plastic construction. Lightweight actuator built for HVAC use.

Cross-references ATE 604202, Autotecnica FD0613091 and Four Seasons 37531 for the same application. See all 7.

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HVAC Blend Door Actuator Overview

Dorman 604-202 is a rotary HVAC blend door actuator built for specific Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. It is precision-engineered to match the quality and performance of the original heater blend door actuator on the listed vehicles, helping restore accurate temperature control in the cabin.

Compatible With Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Mercury Mountaineer, and related applications where the original actuator uses a rotary design and plastic housing.

  • Rotary switch activation type for temperature blend door control
  • Plastic construction for OE-style fit and function
  • Supplied as an actuator only
  • Direct replacement for select main and auxiliary HVAC positions
  • Cross-reference part numbers include Four Seasons 37531 and TechSmart J04011

Detailed Product Description

This HVAC blend door actuator is used to control the movement of the blend door inside the heater and air conditioning housing, regulating how warm or cool air is directed into the cabin. Dorman 604-202 is engineered for the specified Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Mercury Mountaineer, and Ford F-100 Ranger applications, including both main and auxiliary temperature control positions where listed. If your vehicle has inconsistent cabin temperature or a blend door that no longer responds correctly, this replacement helps restore normal HVAC operation.

Common Issues This Part May Address

  • Cabin air stuck on hot or cold
  • Temperature changes that do not match the control setting
  • HVAC blend door movement that is slow, erratic, or unresponsive
  • Clicking or repeated actuator noise behind the dash
  • Loss of proper temperature control in main or auxiliary HVAC zones

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the actuator position, shaft style, and vehicle build date before installation, especially on 2002-2005 auxiliary applications with D-shaped shaft notes. Confirm the replacement matches the original rotary actuator layout and the correct HVAC box location for your Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, or Lincoln Navigator application. After installation, cycle the ignition and HVAC controls to allow the system to relearn actuator position if required by the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this part as an OE-style replacement for the listed applications, with engineering focused on matching original fit and performance. Part number 604-202 is built to the specified vehicle requirements for dependable HVAC temperature control restoration.

Related reading

This part fits 54 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModel# DoorsFuel TypePositionNotes
2011FordRanger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2010FordRanger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2009FordRanger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2008FordRanger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2007FordRanger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2006FordRanger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2005FordExplorer Sport Trac——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2005FordRanger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2005LincolnNavigator——AuxiliaryTemperature; D Shaped Shaft; Packaging Type: Box
2004FordExpedition——AuxiliaryTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2004FordExplorer Sport Trac——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2004FordRanger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2004LincolnNavigator——AuxiliaryTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2003FordExpedition——AuxiliaryTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2003FordExplorer Sport——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2003FordExplorer Sport Trac——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2003FordRanger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2003LincolnNavigator——AuxiliaryTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2002FordExpedition——AuxiliaryTemperature; From 3/18/02; Packaging Type: Box
2002FordExplorer4 Door—AuxiliaryTemperature; D Shaped Shaft; To 3/03/02; Packaging Type: Box
2002FordExplorer Sport——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2002FordExplorer Sport Trac——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2002FordRanger—GASMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2002FordRanger—FLEXMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2002LincolnNavigator——AuxiliaryTemperature; D Shaped Shaft; From 3/18/02; Packaging Type: Box
2002MercuryMountaineer——AuxiliaryTemperature; To 3/04/02; Packaging Type: Box
2001FordExplorer4 Door—MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
2001FordExplorer Sport——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2001FordExplorer Sport Trac——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2001FordF-100 Ranger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2001FordRanger—GASMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2001FordRanger—FLEXMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2001MercuryMountaineer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
2000FordExplorer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
2000FordF-100 Ranger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2000FordRanger—GASMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2000FordRanger—FLEXMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2000MercuryMountaineer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1999FordExplorer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1999FordF-100 Ranger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1999FordRanger—GASMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1999FordRanger—FLEXMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1999MercuryMountaineer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1998FordExplorer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1998FordF-100 Ranger——MainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1998FordRanger—GASMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1998MercuryMountaineer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1997FordExplorer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1997FordRanger——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1997MercuryMountaineer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1996FordExplorer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1996FordRanger——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1995FordExplorer——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1995FordRanger——MainTemperature; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
Directly replaces or cross-references 7 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
ATE — 604202Autotecnica — FD0613091Four Seasons — 37531SKP — SK604202TechSmart — J04011ADS222F5TZ19E616A