Dorman 604-918 HVAC Blend Door Actuator - Main
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Dorman 604-918 HVAC Blend Door Actuator - Main

Brand Dorman 604-918
Position Main
Material Plastic
Package Contents 1 Air Door Actuator
Switch Activation Type Rotary
Fits Mercury and Ford · 16 vehicles

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

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

Plastic construction. Lightweight actuator housing for dependable HVAC operation.

Cross-references F5RZ19E616A and SK604918 for the same application. See all 2.

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HVAC Blend Door Actuator for Ford and Mercury

This Dorman HVAC blend door actuator restores temperature control in the cabin by moving the blend door inside the heater and air conditioning housing. It is precision-engineered to match the quality and performance of the original actuator on specific Ford and Mercury applications, including Contour, Mystique, and Cougar models.

Key Features

  • Rotary switch activation for HVAC temperature blend control
  • Plastic housing for application-specific fit and function
  • Direct replacement for the original HVAC blend door actuator
  • Fits Main position applications listed for Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar
  • Part number 604-918 for easy identification

Detailed Description

Dorman 604-918 is an HVAC heater blend door actuator built for specific 1995-2002 Ford and Mercury vehicles. It controls the blend door position that regulates how heated and cooled air is mixed before entering the cabin, helping maintain accurate temperature output from the HVAC system. This part cross-references F5RZ19E616A and SK604918 for the same application. Use 604-918 when replacing a worn or nonresponsive actuator in a 1995-2000 Ford Contour, 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, or 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, Main position.

What It Helps Fix

  • Inconsistent cabin temperature control
  • Air stuck on hot or cold
  • Blend door movement that does not respond correctly
  • HVAC temperature changes that are delayed or erratic
  • Actuator noise from a failing internal motor or gear set

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and Main position before ordering. Compare the original actuator connector, mounting points, and rotary-style operation to confirm match-up with the existing HVAC system. After installation, cycle the ignition and HVAC controls to allow the actuator to relearn its position if required by the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Dorman engineers this blend door actuator to match original equipment quality and performance for the listed applications. It is built as a direct-fit replacement for specific Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar HVAC systems.

Related reading

This part fits 16 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2002MercuryCougarMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2001MercuryCougarMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2000FordContourMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2000MercuryCougarMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
2000MercuryMystiqueMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1999FordContourMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1999MercuryCougarMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1999MercuryMystiqueMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1998FordContourMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1998MercuryMystiqueMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1997FordContourMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1997MercuryMystiqueMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1996FordContourMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1996MercuryMystiqueMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1995FordContourMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
1995MercuryMystiqueMainTemperature control HVAC blend door actuator for box packaging.
Directly replaces or cross-references 2 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
F5RZ19E616ASK604918