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A/C - Clicking Noises From The Instrument Panel

Bulletin No.: 04-01-38-002

Date: January 22, 2004

TECHNICAL

Subject:
Clicking Noise From Instrument Panel After Vehicle is Started (Replace HVAC Mode Actuator)

Models:
2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer, TrailBlazer EXT
2002 GMC Envoy, Envoy XL
2002 Oldsmobile Bravada

Condition

Some customers may comment on a clicking noise coming from the instrument panel after the vehicle is started.

Cause

This concern may be caused by an internal failure in the HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) mode door actuator.

Correction

Technicians are to replace the HVAC mode door actuator with an updated design part as listed below. Refer to the Mode Actuator Replacement procedure in the HVAC section of SI.





Parts Information

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information





For vehicles repaired under warranty, use the table.





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