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Dorman 604-850 HVAC Blend Door Actuator - Main
Overview of the Dorman HVAC Blend Door Actuator 604-850
The Dorman HVAC Blend Door Actuator 604-850 is designed to restore proper airflow control in your vehicle's heating and cooling system. This rotary switch actuator is compatible with select Audi and Volkswagen models, ensuring precise temperature regulation inside your car.
- Rotary switch activation type for accurate blend door positioning
- Durable plastic construction for reliable operation
- Includes one air door actuator per package
- Compatible with multiple Audi and Volkswagen models including A3, A4, Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Passat, RS4, and S4
- OEM-quality replacement part number 604-850 by Dorman
Detailed Product Description
The Dorman 604-850 HVAC Blend Door Actuator features a rotary switch activation mechanism that precisely controls the blend door movement within the HVAC system. Constructed from durable plastic, this actuator is engineered to withstand the temperature fluctuations and mechanical stresses typical in automotive climate control systems. It is designed to replace faulty or worn actuators in various Audi and Volkswagen vehicles, including the Audi A3, A4, A4 Quattro, RS4, and S4, as well as Volkswagen Beetle, Beetle Cabrio, Clasico, Golf, Jetta, and Passat models. This part ensures consistent airflow direction and temperature mixing, contributing to a comfortable cabin environment.
Common Applications and Issues Resolved
- Restores proper temperature control by regulating blend door movement
- Eliminates inconsistent or stuck HVAC airflow settings
- Resolves clicking or knocking noises from the HVAC system
- Fixes failure of the HVAC system to switch between heat and air conditioning
- Addresses issues with uneven cabin temperature distribution
Installation Notes and Tips
- Compatible with specific Audi and Volkswagen models; verify fitment before installation
- Requires removal of dashboard panels to access the blend door actuator
- Disconnect the vehicle battery before installation to prevent electrical issues
- Ensure proper alignment of the actuator to avoid damage or improper operation
- Consult vehicle service manual for detailed installation procedures
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Dorman parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards for fit, form, and function. The 604-850 HVAC Blend Door Actuator undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure durability and reliable performance. This part is backed by Dorman's limited warranty, providing coverage against defects in material and workmanship under normal use.
| Brand | Dorman |
| Part Number | 604-850 |
| Material | Plastic |
| Package Contents | 1 Air Door Actuator |
| Switch Activation Type | Rotary |
This part fits 74 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Clasico | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2014 | Volkswagen | Clasico | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2013 | Volkswagen | Clasico | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2012 | Volkswagen | Clasico | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2011 | Volkswagen | Clasico | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Beetle Cabrio | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Golf | Main | Recirculation; Exc. Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2009 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2009 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Sedan | Main | Recirculation; From VIN 9M-9-000 001; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box |
| 2009 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2008 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2008 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Sedan | Main | Recirculation; From VIN 9M-8-600 001; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box |
| 2008 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2007 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2007 | Volkswagen | Golf | Main | Recirculation; Exc. Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2007 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Sedan | Main | Recirculation; From VIN 9M-7-600 001; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box |
| 2007 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2006 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2006 | Volkswagen | Golf | Main | Recirculation; Exc. Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2006 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Wagon | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging |
| 2006 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Sedan | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Golf | Main | Recirculation; Exc. Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation; From VIN 9M-5-150 000; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2005 | Volkswagen | Passat | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Golf | Main | Recirculation; Exc. Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Passat | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2003 | Audi | A3 | Main | Recirculation; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Golf | Main | Recirculation; Exc. Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2003 | Volkswagen | Passat | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2002 | Audi | A3 | Main | Recirculation; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2002 | Audi | RS4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2002 | Audi | S4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Golf | Main | Recirculation; Exc. Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2002 | Volkswagen | Passat | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2001 | Audi | A3 | Main | Recirculation; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2001 | Audi | A4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2001 | Audi | A4 Quattro | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2001 | Audi | S4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Golf | Main | Recirculation; Exc. Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2001 | Volkswagen | Passat | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2000 | Audi | A3 | Main | Recirculation; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2000 | Audi | A4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2000 | Audi | A4 Quattro | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2000 | Audi | S4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2000 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2000 | Volkswagen | Golf | Main | Recirculation; Exc. Electronic Temperature Control; Built in Brazil; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 2000 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 2000 | Volkswagen | Passat | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1999 | Audi | A3 | Main | Recirculation; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 1999 | Audi | A4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1999 | Audi | A4 Quattro | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1999 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 1999 | Volkswagen | Jetta | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1999 | Volkswagen | Passat | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1998 | Audi | A3 | Main | Recirculation; wo/Automatic Temperature Control (ATC); Built in Germany; To VIN 8P-D-250 000; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 1998 | Audi | A4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1998 | Audi | A4 Quattro | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1998 | Volkswagen | Beetle | Main | Recirculation; Manual Temperature Control; Packaging Type: Box | |
| 1998 | Volkswagen | Passat | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1997 | Audi | A4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1997 | Audi | A4 Quattro | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1996 | Audi | A4 | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging | |
| 1996 | Audi | A4 Quattro | Main | Recirculation without Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) in Box packaging |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.