Global Parts 1712316 HVAC Mode Door Actuator

HVAC Mode Door Actuator for Lincoln LS and Thunderbird

Restore proper vent selection and climate control response with this Global Parts HVAC mode door actuator, part number 1712316. It is built for vehicles that use an actuator to open and close the selected vents as the HVAC system changes modes.

• Direct-fit HVAC mode door actuator for climate control mode selection
• Controls airflow routing to floor, panel, or defrost vents as equipped
• Paraphrases the OE-style function described by the manufacturer for accurate HVAC operation
• Compatible with 2000-2006 Lincoln LS, floor mode door actuator applications
• Compatible with 2002-2005 Ford Thunderbird, floor mode door actuator applications

Detailed Product Overview

Global Parts 1712316 is an HVAC mode door actuator used to move the mode door inside the climate control housing. In systems like the Lincoln LS and Ford Thunderbird, this component helps direct air to the selected outlets so the cabin responds correctly when you switch between floor, panel, and other vent settings. If your HVAC controls are not changing airflow as expected, this actuator is a direct replacement option for the affected application.

This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 604-919 for the same application.

Common Symptoms This Part May Resolve

• Airflow stuck at one vent setting
• No change when switching HVAC modes
• Incorrect air distribution to floor or dash vents
• Clicking or repeated movement from the HVAC housing
• Climate control response that does not match the selected setting

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the original actuator style and connector match before installation. After replacement, cycle the HVAC controls through each mode setting to confirm the door moves correctly and airflow changes as expected. For fitment reference, this part fits 2000-2006 Lincoln LS, floor, and fits 2002-2005 Ford Thunderbird, floor.

Quality Assurance

Global Parts 1712316 is cataloged as an HVAC mode door actuator for the listed applications and cross-references established aftermarket part numbers for the same use.