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Removing and installing actuator for front air distribution flap (automatically controlled air conditioner) — AUDI

Removing and installing actuator for front air distribution flap (automatically controlled air conditioner) on Audi: 11 steps.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

11 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code FV

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  • Check operation of flaps and hinge mechanism before installing.Make sure levers and shafts are seated correctly in actuator sockets.
  • When fitting actuator, actuating lever (3) must engage in lever (4) of centre vent flap.

📋 Procedure

  1. Remove dash panel General body repairs, interior70Dash panel; Removing and installing dash panel.
  2. Remove air duct to centre defroster vent
  3. Remove front air distribution flap control motor .
  4. Carefully press off actuating lever (5)(arrow).
  5. Remove bolts (1, 2 and 6).
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  1. Lift off actuator (7). [Note: Check operation of flaps and hinge mechanism before installing.Make sure levers and shafts are seated correctly in actuator sockets.]
  2. Check that the two gear wheels are correctly positioned.
  3. When fitting actuator, actuating lever (3) must engage in lever (4) of centre vent flap.
  4. Install remaining components.
  5. Interrogate event memory and erase any entries displayed; then perform "“Basic setting”" ("“Guided Fault Finding”").
  6. As a final step, check operation of heater/air conditioner.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.