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Controls on Dash Console not working - A/C, Heater, Radio, etc.
Ford F-150 2012 XLT 75000 miles
Controls on Dash (center) console not working; A/C, Heater, Radio, defrosters, etc. 1) When radio volume/pwr knob pushed the clock shows briefly in the led window above the console. 2) Hazard button works and turns hazards on. 3) CD Player controls work. 4) Cigarette lighter works. 5) USB port provides power to MP3 player. 6) Entry bell has a different sound and speed. 7) Keyless entry (remote) no longer works.
Removed negative cable from battery over night to try and "reset" systems. No change.
Removed negative cable from battery over night to try and "reset" systems. No change.
CommentBlower speed, no air blowing on setting 1 or 2 in AC or Heat mode. 
Solved
Ford F-150 2011 Super Crew/5.0L Flex V8 191172 miles
Fan Speed setting 1 and 2 not working, clicking noise on passenger side. Clicking goes away after a couple days, on comes back when battery is disconnected from truck.
2 reports
Updated, replaced the blend door actuator, my controls are single so there is only one. This was for the knocking noise. Found there are different versions of this BDA, only a certain one will work on 2011 Ford F150 with single controls.
At the same time pulled the blower motor resistor controller, and the blower motor. Checked to make sure there was no napkins, paper or other things in the blower motor cage. Motor turns, test resistance within range, should not be over 10 ohms and more than 1 ohm. I don't know what the exact reading should be but, with motors that is usually good enough.
Pull the resistor controller, it came out with some plastic wrapped around it and melted to it. The resistor controller tests bad on the low speed control circuit, high speed circuit is fine. Testing the blower motor, you can pull the resistor controller from the it's connector. Key On, Engine Off, engage the fan selector from 1 to 3 and the motor should not engage, it will engage on 4. Be sure to the blower motor secured either holding the motor side or strapped down. The motor if working is powerful on setting 4.
The resistor controller was covered in melted plastic, I've not confirmed yet, but it appears there two different types of controllers. I've not confirmed the correct one yet for my ford.
Pulling these are easy, some what. Pull the glove box, 3- 7mm size bolts at the bottom of the glove box. It will come right out. There might be a cosmetic cover under the glove box, that is removed with a trim tool. Two plastic anchors. They are on some thin metal be cautious. In my case there was no cover, I guess someone else was in this and threw it away.
From there you'll see the blower motor, with blower motor on the right side in the back. It's dome shaped and hhas three screws (8mm) you'll need a 8mm ratcheting wrench to reach one screw in the back, it is a tight spot, the other two are very easy. Power connector is easy to get loose. Can use screwdriver or fingers.
The resistor controller is on the right side closer to the front. Two screws (8mm bolts). Connector is easy to remove once you pull the unit from the holder.
Caution when doing this make sure the battery is disconnected. Also, be prepared for anything. I used a inspection camera to check the blower motor housing after removal just to make sure nothing was up there against the "rodent" screen.
I feel that this might be part of the drain problem I have been having this winter.
At the same time pulled the blower motor resistor controller, and the blower motor. Checked to make sure there was no napkins, paper or other things in the blower motor cage. Motor turns, test resistance within range, should not be over 10 ohms and more than 1 ohm. I don't know what the exact reading should be but, with motors that is usually good enough.
Pull the resistor controller, it came out with some plastic wrapped around it and melted to it. The resistor controller tests bad on the low speed control circuit, high speed circuit is fine. Testing the blower motor, you can pull the resistor controller from the it's connector. Key On, Engine Off, engage the fan selector from 1 to 3 and the motor should not engage, it will engage on 4. Be sure to the blower motor secured either holding the motor side or strapped down. The motor if working is powerful on setting 4.
The resistor controller was covered in melted plastic, I've not confirmed yet, but it appears there two different types of controllers. I've not confirmed the correct one yet for my ford.
Pulling these are easy, some what. Pull the glove box, 3- 7mm size bolts at the bottom of the glove box. It will come right out. There might be a cosmetic cover under the glove box, that is removed with a trim tool. Two plastic anchors. They are on some thin metal be cautious. In my case there was no cover, I guess someone else was in this and threw it away.
From there you'll see the blower motor, with blower motor on the right side in the back. It's dome shaped and hhas three screws (8mm) you'll need a 8mm ratcheting wrench to reach one screw in the back, it is a tight spot, the other two are very easy. Power connector is easy to get loose. Can use screwdriver or fingers.
The resistor controller is on the right side closer to the front. Two screws (8mm bolts). Connector is easy to remove once you pull the unit from the holder.
Caution when doing this make sure the battery is disconnected. Also, be prepared for anything. I used a inspection camera to check the blower motor housing after removal just to make sure nothing was up there against the "rodent" screen.
I feel that this might be part of the drain problem I have been having this winter.
New controller installed. Have to get my battery charged up to test. This winter has been bad...
Best answer (according to Henry)
Solved. Replaced Resistor Controller unit. Part from Autozone.
Replaced the resistor, (shredded my hand trying to get it out), it ran the 4 modes of fan, then failed. I guess it is the motor in there.
Could be motor, could be the wrong resistor or it was a bad resistor returned in the box to auto parts place. I had that the first time, bought resistor, put it in still same thing. Looked at the "new" resistor, and it was the same as I had removed. Took it back to auto parts store, and they gave me new one, that was branded like it should have been. Worked.
Had a friend who bought one off of Ebay/Amazon the part looked correct, but it didn't work either, sent him something that looked like it but it was either bad or meant for a different vehicle.
Had a friend who bought one off of Ebay/Amazon the part looked correct, but it didn't work either, sent him something that looked like it but it was either bad or meant for a different vehicle.
Thanks, but Ford here puts on their auto parts: Cannot return if package opened". WTF? How do you know it is going to work or not. It was $100 CDN.
CommentAc fuse problem
Ford F-150 2005 f150 4.6 xlt 159999 miles
My pickup keep blowing a/c fuse every time i try to turn it on do you have any ideas
12 reports
Did you ever get any answers? I'm having same problem...
I know this is old. But what was the problem? Having the same issue... would be very thankful for any knowledge... thank you
#14 fuse keeps blowing Ive check everything
CommentNo power to A/C clutch relay
Ford F-150 2012 3.5L Ecoboost 4 door shortbed 62000 miles
I parked my truck A/C was working fine. Next morning started it up no A/C. After I did some troubleshooting the determination is fuse 30 (A/C clutch power10 A) in the power distribution box is good. I dig up some wiring diagrams and start through it. The load side of fuse 30 should have a internal (in the power distribution box) jumper to pin 3 (switch leg) on relay # 23 (fan clutch relay). I start it up, turn A/C on, I pull relay 23, check pin 3 nothing there. I go ahead and run thru the rest of the circuits. Relay 23 coil pin 1 is hot, I check pin 1 to pin 2 I show power across pin 1 and pin… Read complete
21 reports
I'm going through the exact same thing as we speak
Same here; 2002 7.3 TD Excursion, A/C just quit, no power at clutch, fuse is good, etc.
What did you eventually find / fix ?
What did you eventually find / fix ?
Under hood on left side check diode for one way.
CommentA/C triggering 4WD Solved
Ford F-150 2019 Raptor 81000 miles
When the truck is running as normal, the A/C will stop blowing air and the 2H light comes on, on the dashboard. The truck then begins to put itself into 4WD. If I turn the A/C off, the 2H light goes off and the truck runs as normal with the A/C off. Anyone have any suggestions?
2 reports
Best answer (according to AshyV)
Onboard air compressor was bleeding some electricity.
CommentA/c not blowing but fan is running
Ford F-150 2013 150000 miles
AC blowerAC blower running but no air coming out of the vents
11 reports
AC fan is running but blowing out of the defrost instead of the front panel grills
AC Fan is running but blows hot/cold air at different controlled levels out of defrost and foot vents, but will not run from front panel.
Comment9 reports
I%60m having the same prob%2C only opposite. Driver side cold passenger side hot. If anyone knows cause or cure please post
BOYCOTT FORD from Canada 9 years ago
Its a small plastic gear that controls climate control. If its the upper that means its behind the dash =12hr labor
Lower under pass. Seat = 4hr labor. Happened to my brothers F150 and cost $1800.00 CDN. For the upper replacement Its the same part in Ford Dodge & Chev - Years 2008 -14
Just another cash grab with no recall. Never buying a ford again!!
This only pertains to trucks with dual climate
Good luck
Lower under pass. Seat = 4hr labor. Happened to my brothers F150 and cost $1800.00 CDN. For the upper replacement Its the same part in Ford Dodge & Chev - Years 2008 -14
Just another cash grab with no recall. Never buying a ford again!!
This only pertains to trucks with dual climate
Good luck
I see this was from a couple years ago. I thought this only pertain to GM vehicles. It's odd that Ford would have the exact same part in the exact same place as a Chevrolet Impala. I guess that proves I can still learn something new everyday (learning something new everyday is this year's resolution. I didn't realize it was are gonna require so much reading lol).
SaraEBranch from United States 22 days ago
Same deal on my 09’ f 150 blows hot air on drivers side…try a reset for the bend door actuator before replacing
CommentOnly one radiator fan blows w/ AC on. Really loud.
Ford F-150 2013 XLT, 3.5L ecoboost 130000 miles
Both my radiator fans run quietly as normal. Sometimes. Other times, after AC kicks in, one of the fans stops and the other one…Seems to me, spins twice as fast. As if it were doing the work if the one shut down as well as it’s initial load. It whines. Any thoughts? And thank you to whom ever offers anything. Thanks.
31 reports
CommentRadio, panel controls, and ac controls not working
Ford F-150 2016 SuperCrew þPickup/5.0L V8 F DOHC 32V gas rear wheel dr 900000 miles
I can't turn on my ac. Or use any of the functions for the radio that are on the dash board. But j can still control some of the radio options from my steering wheel. Their is not power going to that part of the dash board.
4 reports
This sounds like the apim. It is the sync 3 module that sits on the back of the screen. Dealership wanted $2000 to replace it. Got a new one on Amazon for $400 and installed myself. Took 15 minutes.
Mine has sync 1. Does it matter or should I just up grade. Can you share the link for Amazon
CommentOver heating looses a/c, & drops cylinders
Ford F-150 2002 4.6 138000 miles
After about 30-45 min of driving the gauge shoots up to "H" and the a/c disable itself, truck looses power...
3 reports
Same problem I'm having with 2005 Ford exploder lol 4.0 ltr v6 xlt
CommentElectrical shorts affecting ac cruise and tag lights engine skipping
Ford F-150 2008 4.6 liter xlt triton 282786 miles
Ac fuse blowing, unplug high side pressure switch fuse doesn’t blow, unplug the ac plug also and fuse blows again. Some how someone is gaining access to my door locks and. Not setting off alarm , allowing them to open my hood and do things to my electrical eg. Grounding out my system causing a short blowing fuses cruise stopped abs light came on now engine has misfire but no engine light. I just replaced and programmed the computer now a lot of things aren’t working right
9 reports
Spearmint3 from United States 5 years ago
I had suspected that my truck had been being taken and used for illicit activity... and I still can’t figure out why the theft light blinks with no key in the ignition and I use the remote to lock it
CommentNo power to heat and ac or turn signals all quit at once
Ford F-150 2006 5.4 Triton 4x4 crew can 250000 miles
Got in the truck one day and had no turn signals and no power to the heater or ac checked all fuses, relays, and the ground wires by fuse box
3 reports
Johnnybjohnny from United States 2 years ago
Kinda the same except it was my wipers instead of turn signals. I replaced the relay under the dash for the blower motor and seems to have solved all of the problems with heat ac and wipers. Dont know if thst is your problem but mine was similar.
First it was my windows, both of them. Then, my turn signals
Then cruise control. And now no, fans to the heater or AC... All of my relays, all of my fuses are good. I've checked the the grounds
Then cruise control. And now no, fans to the heater or AC... All of my relays, all of my fuses are good. I've checked the the grounds
CommentAC/Heater switch will not work properly
Ford F-150 2018 91000 miles
Heating/cooling control you can not switch it back and forth, I have 2 ford f150 and several people I have talked with have the same problem with their ford pickups
6 reports
Mine is a 1998 and I removed the button. I was using pliers to switch from heat to cold. Now that isn’t working. I had replaced my compressor a couple of years ago and it was fine. Now it’s stuck on heat. I live in Texas where I need ac. Help! Where do I begin?
CommentBlower for ac and heat
Ford F-150 2012 KING RANCH SUPER CREW 125000 miles
Air and heat blower doens't change speeds and the backreceptacle doesn't work
1 reply
CommentAc blower motor in cab won't turn on. Also clicking sounds from the bl
Ford F-150 2014 F 150 4x4 150000 miles
Ac blower not working. AC not running. Hear clicking in blend door area. Fuses and relay test good. Please help. Wife not happy... I live in Austin
2 reports
Try replacing ac blower resistor that should work
CommentA c blowing hot air all the sudden
Ford F-150 2014 Xlt5.0 180000 miles
A c started blowing hot air all of a sudden the radiator fans are working the blower motor is working this hot air coming out I charged it a couple months ago to the correct level I thought when I just checked it a few minutes ago the needles in the red
1 report
FlappJackMcGee from United States a year ago
Dear Big `D`,
You might want to use a multimeter to test & debounce the relays on your F-150 to determine if the coil within the relay functions properly. I am not certain of your mileage, nor am i some kind of super supreme form of AI either. All i can say is to first to listen for a specific noise after you start your vehicle. You are listening for a particular reciprocating loud but lower tone of a clutch motor, specifically the AC clutch motor; & also currently just received the relay of which is likely at fault. Will be replacing first thing tomorrow for a friend. Will follow up ^& hopefully with images. So, "Big `D`" we shall see if i have a solution for our problems; both you & me. :^D
You might want to use a multimeter to test & debounce the relays on your F-150 to determine if the coil within the relay functions properly. I am not certain of your mileage, nor am i some kind of super supreme form of AI either. All i can say is to first to listen for a specific noise after you start your vehicle. You are listening for a particular reciprocating loud but lower tone of a clutch motor, specifically the AC clutch motor; & also currently just received the relay of which is likely at fault. Will be replacing first thing tomorrow for a friend. Will follow up ^& hopefully with images. So, "Big `D`" we shall see if i have a solution for our problems; both you & me. :^D
CommentDual ac control. Drivers side works, passenger only heat
Ford F-150 2012 Fx2 3.5l 233000 miles
The ac system for my passenger side behind the dash doesn’t want to turn to blow cold air. The blend door is not stuck as I’m able to stick the actuator shaft in and freely move back and forth between cold and hot (both work when in correct position). When the actuator is out of the blend door it only rotates towards the heat side in a full 360. With it disassembled and the plug flipped it will turn to cold in a full 360. I checked the harness and see no damage and have changed the actuator to a new oem a few times with no resolution. All reset steps were followed when installing new ones with no luck.
3 reports
2013 FX4 118k... I have the same issue. Driver side works fine. The passenger side only blows hot air. I have not replaced the unit, but, have tried resetting it.
CommentBlower to ac / heater
Ford F-150 2013 F 150 / 5.0 184428 miles
Blower to ac / heater stopped working. What fuses and where.
16 reports
CommentNo a/c do to the fact the blower motor resistor is bad. The Diode blow
Ford F-150 2001 Triton 150000 miles
Blower motor resistor module keeps going out. Replaced resistor 3 times/ Blower motor once. With new resistor it works for a week
3 reports
Change the Relay in the fuse box. ! $12 for easy install part.
CommentAc only blows on defrost setting
Ford F-150 1999 5.4 l v-8 275000 miles
It only blows up out the two middle vents no matter the setting
6 reports
Ac clutch keeps turning
Ford F-150 1999 F150 4.6l 170000 miles
My ac compresser comes on when I have the switches disconnected and controlsee are off and when trying to recharge the system it want take any freon i used a vacuum pump to pull out the moisture can you tell me what could cause this to happen and how to get it fixed
2 reports
AC Blows only at highest level
Ford F-150 2014 200000 miles
Lower blower levels don't work. The ac comes to an abrupt stop
Passenger blend door ac
Ford F-150 2016 52000 miles
When the AC is on the driver side blows cold and the passenger side blows hot
Dashboard and ac
Ford F-150 2009 V8 79000 miles
Dashboard right signal light and ac went out while driving. Checked the fuses and they are good.
Cooling fan won't come on AC runs but no air comes out of vents
Ford F-150 2003 6 cylinder extra cab 200016 miles
AirCooling fan won't come on AC runs but no air.
Air conditioning, power, locks, windows and radio do not work
Ford F-150 2018 Pickup truck 300000 miles
Air conditioning, power, locks, windows and radio do not work
1 report
AC not working
Ford F-150 2017 3.5L ecoboost 90500 miles
AC not working, where located AC complesor Clutch Relay?
Fan kicks on when I turn my ac/ heat
Ford F-150 2014 156780 miles
When I turn my ac / heat on my fan go into high mode
1 report
Air conditioning
Ford F-150 2002 216000 miles
The max a/c keeps changing to vents without being touched. Almost everytime i brake the ac towards our face changes to the windshield
Ac is not blowing cold air when at a stand still only when moving
Ford F-150 2015 2.7l ecoboost 194031 miles
Ac isn't blowing cold air at a stand still and the fan keeps shutting on and off
2 reports
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