Four Seasons 73408 HVAC Recirculation Door Actuator

Four Seasons 73408 HVAC Air Door Actuator

The Four Seasons 73408 HVAC recirculation door actuator restores control of the air door inside the climate system. Built as an HVAC air door actuator with an arm-style door linkage, it is used to move the recirculation door so the system can switch airflow paths as commanded.

Compatible With Kia Rio and Kia Rio5 applications from 2006 through 2012, this part number 73408 is a direct-fit option for vehicles using a 2-terminal, 3-ear mounting design. Four Seasons Air Door Actuator components are selected for precise HVAC door movement in recirculation and blend-air control systems.

Key Features

• Four Seasons Air Door Actuator line for HVAC door control
• Arm-style door linkage for recirculation door operation
• 3 mounting ears for secure installation alignment
• 2-terminal pin electrical connection
• Direct replacement part number 73408
• Cross-reference part numbers include 971251G000 and 971251G100

Detailed Description

This HVAC recirculation door actuator is used to position the air door inside the heating and air conditioning housing. On Kia Rio and Kia Rio5 models, the actuator helps the system change between fresh-air and recirculated-air operation, supporting proper cabin airflow control. The Four Seasons 73408 is built around the listed arm linkage, terminal count, and mounting-ear layout for applications that match this configuration.

Fits 2006-2007 Kia Rio, N/A; Fits 2008 Kia Rio, N/A; Fits 2009-2011 Kia Rio, N/A; Fits 2012 Kia Rio, N/A; Fits 2006-2007 Kia Rio5, N/A; Fits 2008 Kia Rio5, N/A; Fits 2009-2011 Kia Rio5, N/A.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Recirculation door stuck in one position
• Loss of cabin airflow direction control
• HVAC system clicking or repeated actuator movement
• Inconsistent fresh-air and recirculation switching
• Climate control response problems tied to the air door

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the mounting-ear count, terminal pin count, and door linkage style before installation. Confirm the vehicle build date where noted, since some Kia Rio and Kia Rio5 applications are limited to specific production ranges such as from 7/08 or to 9/2011. Match the existing actuator location and connector style to the original unit before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons HVAC components are cataloged for application-specific fitment and OE-style replacement use. This part cross-references 971251G000 and 971251G100 for the same application.