Dorman 604-833 HVAC Blend Door Actuator - Main

Brand Dorman 604-833
Position Main
Material Plastic
Package Contents 1 Air Door Actuator
Switch Activation Type Rotary
Terminal Gender Male
Terminal Quantity 5
Terminal Type Pin
Fits Volkswagen and Audi · 56 vehicles

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

Rotary design. Smooth actuator movement for reliable HVAC control.

Plastic housing. Lightweight construction with a pin terminal connection.

Cross-references 1J1907511C, ADS189 and APBDA0352 for the same application. See all 4.

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Dorman 604-833 HVAC Blend Door Actuator

Dorman 604-833 is an HVAC blend door actuator engineered to match the function and performance of the original unit on select Volkswagen and Audi vehicles. It uses a rotary switch activation design with a 5-pin male terminal layout for direct replacement in temperature control systems.

Compatible with Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Beetle models, as well as Audi A3, A3 Quattro, TT, and TT Quattro applications, this HVAC blend door actuator is built for vehicles with automatic or electronic temperature control. The Dorman 604-833 is a practical replacement when the cabin temperature no longer responds correctly to control inputs.

  • Rotary switch activation type for HVAC temperature control operation
  • 5-pin male terminal configuration for the specified applications
  • Plastic housing construction
  • Direct-fit replacement for select Volkswagen and Audi HVAC systems
  • Matches original actuator function on listed vehicle years and trims

Fitment Details

  • Fits 2000-2007 Volkswagen Golf, Main; Temperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; To VIN 1J-44028 919
  • Fits 2001-2006 Volkswagen Jetta, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Fits up to VIN 1J-4-006 772
  • Fits 2001-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To VIN 9M-4-081 455
  • Fits 2000-2004 Audi A3, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Brazil; From 9/01/00; To 2/17/04
  • Fits 2004 Audi A3 Quattro, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Brazil; From 9/01/00; To 2/17/04
  • Fits 2004 Volkswagen Golf, Main; Temperature; Built in Germany; To VIN 1J-4-006 772
  • Fits 1998-2003 Audi A3, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000
  • Fits 2003 Audi TT, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To 6/30/03
  • Fits 1999-2003 Audi TT, Main; Temperature; To 6/30/03
  • Fits 2003 Audi TT Quattro, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To 6/30/03
  • Fits 2000-2003 Audi TT Quattro, Main; Temperature; To 6/30/03
  • Fits 1999-2002 Audi TT, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
  • Fits 2000-2002 Audi TT Quattro, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)
  • Fits 1998-2001 Volkswagen Beetle, Main; Temperature; Electronic Temperature Control
  • Fits 1999-2000 Volkswagen Jetta, Main; Temperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); From VIN 9M-X-000 001

Common HVAC Problems This Part Can Address

  • Cabin air stuck on hot or cold due to blend door control failure
  • Temperature changes that do not respond to the dash controls
  • Intermittent or inconsistent HVAC temperature output
  • Actuator noise from worn internal gears or motor wear
  • Loss of proper temperature mixing in the HVAC case

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle identification number, build date, and temperature control type before ordering, since fitment varies by model year and configuration. This part cross-references 1J1907511C and ADS189 for the same application. On Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Audi A3 or TT platforms, confirm the connector style and mounting location against the original actuator before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman 604-833 is precision-engineered to match the quality and performance of the original blend door actuator on the listed vehicles. It is built as a replacement HVAC component for specific Volkswagen and Audi applications, including Golf, Jetta, Beetle, A3, and TT models.

This part fits 56 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelBody TypePositionNotes
2007VolkswagenGolfMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; To VIN 1J-44028 919; Packaging Type: Box
2006VolkswagenGolfMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; To VIN 1J-44028 919; Packaging Type: Box
2006VolkswagenJettaWagonMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Fits up to VIN 1J-4-006 772; Box Packaging
2005VolkswagenGolfMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; To VIN 1J-44028 919; Packaging Type: Box
2005VolkswagenJettaSedanMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To VIN 9M-4-081 455; Packaging Type: Box
2005VolkswagenJettaWagonMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Fits up to VIN 1J-4-006 772; Box Packaging
2004AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Brazil; From 9/01/00; To 2/17/04; Packaging Type: Box
2004AudiA3 QuattroMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Brazil; From 9/01/00; To 2/17/04; Packaging Type: Box
2004VolkswagenGolfMainTemperature; Built in Germany; To VIN 1J-4-006 772; Packaging Type: Box
2004VolkswagenGolfMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; To VIN 1J-44028 919; Packaging Type: Box
2004VolkswagenJettaSedanMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To VIN 9M-4-081 455; Packaging Type: Box
2004VolkswagenJettaWagonMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Fits up to VIN 1J-4-006 772; Box Packaging
2003AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Brazil; From 9/01/00; To 2/17/04; Packaging Type: Box
2003AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box
2003AudiTTMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2003AudiTTMainTemperature; To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2003AudiTT QuattroMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2003AudiTT QuattroMainTemperature; To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2003VolkswagenGolfMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; To VIN 1J-44028 919; Packaging Type: Box
2003VolkswagenJettaSedanMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To VIN 9M-4-081 455; Packaging Type: Box
2003VolkswagenJettaWagonMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Fits up to VIN 1J-4-006 772; Box Packaging
2002AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Brazil; From 9/01/00; To 2/17/04; Packaging Type: Box
2002AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box
2002AudiTTMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box
2002AudiTTMainTemperature; To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2002AudiTT QuattroMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box
2002AudiTT QuattroMainTemperature; To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2002VolkswagenGolfMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; To VIN 1J-44028 919; Packaging Type: Box
2002VolkswagenJettaSedanMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To VIN 9M-4-081 455; Packaging Type: Box
2002VolkswagenJettaWagonMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Fits up to VIN 1J-4-006 772; Box Packaging
2001AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Brazil; From 9/01/00; To 2/17/04; Packaging Type: Box
2001AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box
2001AudiTTMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box
2001AudiTTMainTemperature; To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2001AudiTT QuattroMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box
2001AudiTT QuattroMainTemperature; To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2001VolkswagenBeetleMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
2001VolkswagenGolfMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; To VIN 1J-44028 919; Packaging Type: Box
2001VolkswagenJettaSedanMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); To VIN 9M-4-081 455; Packaging Type: Box
2001VolkswagenJettaWagonMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Fits up to VIN 1J-4-006 772; Box Packaging
2000AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Brazil; From 9/01/00; To 2/17/04; Packaging Type: Box
2000AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box
2000AudiTTMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box
2000AudiTTMainTemperature; To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2000AudiTT QuattroMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box
2000AudiTT QuattroMainTemperature; To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
2000VolkswagenBeetleMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
2000VolkswagenGolfMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; To VIN 1J-44028 919; Packaging Type: Box
2000VolkswagenJettaMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); From VIN 9M-X-000 001; Packaging Type: Box
1999AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box
1999AudiTTMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box
1999AudiTTMainTemperature; To 6/30/03; Packaging Type: Box
1999VolkswagenBeetleMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
1999VolkswagenJettaMainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); From VIN 9M-X-000 001; Packaging Type: Box
1998AudiA3MainTemperature; w/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box
1998VolkswagenBeetleMainTemperature; Electronic Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box
Directly replaces or cross-references 4 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
1J1907511CADS189APBDA0352G04017