Review on YCT HVAC Air Door Actuator 15-73989 - Fits Chevy Traverse 2009-2012, GMC Acadia 2007-2012, Saturn Outlook 2007-2010, Buick Enclave 2008-2012 - Blend Control Actuator, Heater Blend Door by Darrell Verduzco

Used on a 2010 Chevy Traverse. This is a directional actuator that controls the direction of airflow into the front compartment. Item arrived as expected, installed as expected, no problems. To get to this guy you need to remove three parts of the dash: the black plastic under the glove box, the glove box itself, and a bit more work surface, the black plastic trim around the glove box (optional). Use a #20 Torx screwdriver to remove the broken one and install the new one. No other tools are strictly necessary, although needle-nosed pliers to remove the black plastic cover under the glove box and a flathead screwdriver may be required. helps with the plastic trim around the glove box. The three screws holding the drive in place are a nightmare to get a screwdriver, I recommend something with a 90 degree angle or one of the small thumb screwdrivers. One cable goes to the drive and another cable that you can temporarily unplug to get more workspace underneath (I found it easier to go from the bottom up). The disassembly and assembly of this part of the dashboard is actually quite simple. once you know how to do it. The only difficulty is prying off the screws that hold the drive in place with a screwdriver. Changing the oil filter is a more technical task than changing this one, although you'll probably have to fidget in interesting places to get these screws.