Four Seasons 73161 HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator

Four Seasons 73161 Air Door Actuator Overview

The Four Seasons 73161 HVAC recirculation door actuator is an OE-style replacement for vehicles that use a 3-terminal pin layout and a male door linkage. Built in the Four Seasons Air Door Actuator product line, it is specified for HVAC air door control in select Buick Lucerne, Toyota RAV4, and Toyota Corolla applications.

Use this part when the recirculation or air door needs precise movement to direct cabin airflow. The Four Seasons 73161 is a direct-fit HVAC air door actuator for confirmed applications, including 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2001-2005 Toyota RAV4, and 1998-1999 Toyota Corolla.

Key Features

• HVAC recirculation door actuator for air door control
• Male door linkage for the specified HVAC linkage design
• 4 mounting ears for secure installation alignment
• 3-terminal pin electrical connection
• Four Seasons part number 73161
• Cross-reference part number: Global Parts Distributors LLC 1712318

Detailed Product Description

The Four Seasons Air Door Actuator line focuses on HVAC door movement components used to route air through the heating and air conditioning system. Part number 73161 is a recirculation door actuator that operates the air door mechanism in the listed vehicles, helping maintain proper cabin airflow control. It is a practical replacement for drivers searching for a 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne HVAC recirculation door actuator, a 2001-2005 Toyota RAV4 air door actuator, or a 1998-1999 Toyota Corolla HVAC actuator.

This part cross-references Global Parts Distributors LLC 1712318 for the same application. Additional interchange references include 604148, 1573664, 6551580, 15787031, A60161, BDAA1163, and MT18596.

What It Helps Resolve

• Recirculation door stuck in one position
• Improper cabin airflow direction
• HVAC system not switching between fresh air and recirculation
• Temperature or airflow blend issues caused by a failed door actuator
• Clicking or inconsistent actuator movement in the dash HVAC system

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the connector style, 3-terminal pin layout, mounting ear count, and door linkage type before installation. Confirm vehicle fitment by year and model: Fits 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, N/A; Fits 2001-2005 Toyota RAV4, N/A; Fits 1998-1999 Toyota Corolla, N/A. For Buick Lucerne applications, this part is not compatible with dual-zone climate control. Compare the original actuator to the replacement unit before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons supplies HVAC replacement components under its Air Door Actuator product line for specified OE-style applications. Part number 73161 is listed with confirmed interchange references and vehicle-specific fitment data for accurate replacement selection.