Four Seasons 73131 HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator - Auxiliary, Left or Main

HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator for Dodge and Chrysler

Four Seasons 73131 is an HVAC air door actuator for vehicles with recirculation door control needs. It uses a male door linkage, 3 mounting ears, and a 2-pin terminal layout for direct replacement service on select Dodge Ram, Dodge Viper, Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Chrysler Aspen, and Dodge Durango applications.

Four Seasons Air Door Actuator line components are built for HVAC control service where precise door movement is needed to manage airflow direction and cabin comfort. This part number, 73131, is listed across multiple Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 configurations, including dual-zone and non-dual-zone climate control applications where noted.

Key Features

• HVAC recirculation door actuator for air distribution control
• Male door linkage for the listed applications
• 3 mounting ears for secure installation
• 2-terminal pin connector layout
• Direct-fit coverage for select Dodge Ram, Dodge Viper, Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Stratus, Chrysler Aspen, and Dodge Durango models
• Four Seasons part number 73131

Detailed Description

Four Seasons 73131 is an HVAC air door actuator used to move the recirculation or air door inside the climate control system. When the actuator fails, the HVAC system may stop directing air correctly, which can affect defrost, vent, and recirculation operation. This replacement is listed for 2001-2010 Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 applications, along with 2001-2007 Dodge Durango, 2001 and 2007 Chrysler Aspen, 2001-2006 Chrysler Sebring, 2001-2006 Dodge Stratus, and multiple Dodge Viper model years. The Four Seasons 73131 part number is also referenced for select dual-zone and non-dual-zone climate control setups, depending on vehicle and position.

This part cross-references Global Parts Distributors LLC 1712344 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Airflow stuck on one vent setting
• Recirculation door not responding to HVAC commands
• Temperature or mode changes that do not match the control setting
• Clicking or inconsistent movement from the HVAC door area
• Loss of proper cabin air routing in Dodge Ram, Dodge Viper, and Chrysler HVAC systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the position, connector style, and linkage type before installation. Fits 2007-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, Left, on dual-zone climate control applications; fits 2007-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, Main, on non-dual-zone applications. Similar position-specific listings apply to 2007-2009 Dodge Ram 3500 and 2007-2008 Dodge Ram 1500. Some 2001 Dodge Stratus and 2001 Chrysler Sebring applications may require recalibration or programming with a scan tool after installation. Confirm the vehicle build date for 2008 Chrysler Aspen and 2008 Dodge Durango, which are listed to 3/08 for the auxiliary position.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons HVAC components are cataloged for service replacement across a wide range of OE-style applications. Part number 73131 is listed with defined fitment, connector, linkage, and mounting specifications to support accurate selection for the intended vehicle and HVAC position.