Look no further. This is the only video you need to watch for this repair. I’ve watched them all and nobody explained it as well and and easily as this one. My 2007 E250 van had this issue for quite some time and I finally found this video which prompted me to finally fix mine. Everything was as described although my line going from the back of the engine to the junction under the hood was black not red but all worked just the same. I was able to pick up the reservoir and check valve from the ford dealership for $31.00 total. Now my ac doesent cut out every time I press on the gas. Gone are the days hoping for a long downhill idle or a red light to bring vacuum to my ac. Immediately the air seemed stronger and it’s finally freezing me out while driving. Thank you for this video .....it’s definitely the best executed one out there. Thanks.

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! Thanks for letting us know about the black line instead of red. There may be others with the same color line. I appreciate your feedback.

@hallhouse5098

4 жыл бұрын

Ford Fix Absolutely glad to share that info. I’m a do it yourselfer and I can appreciate videos which are concise, straight to the point without all the stupid intro music and senseless yammering about their life stories. This is how all repair videos should be like. Well done my friend!

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

@@hallhouse5098 I hear you, thanks again!

@hallhouse5098

4 жыл бұрын

Ford Fix Update. I’ve been driving it for a few days now since repair and I swear it seems that the van has more power now as a result. I don’t know if the vacuum element meant engine vacuum loss but it really seems to run stronger now and the air is blowing cold throughout the drive. Another note: when making connections I stopped at the mercedes dealership and got some of their white vacuum line and rubber vacuum hose which fits right over their plastic vacuum line to make all my junction connections. PS I installed a third jump seat in my van that I obtained from a newer F250 on ebay. The install went great and it fits perfectly between my front seats. Now I can pick up both of my grandsons with my work van if I need to. I should make a video of my install as it was pretty simple.

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, that’s great! Glad to hear things are running better. I would love to see that seat video when you make it! Please let me know. -Robert

This is the BEST video for this repair. My husband just had surgery so I was using his van. I couldn’t deal with lack of heat and AC so I decided to do it myself. I’m certainly no mechanic but I was able to complete this in about 30 minutes. Being in New England, we need AC during the day and heat at night. I’m so excited to have both!

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Thank you, Joy! -Robert

I followed this video exactly and it fixed my AC stuck on defrost in my motorhome Ford E450. I ordered the parts in the links above too. Worked awesome!!

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! So glad it worked for you! Thanks for letting me know! -Robert

Lord bless you sir. I have a 1997 e150 which is the only vehicle to take my 80 year old mom back and forth 60 mins each way to a hospital in Miami. The AC died like this two weeks ago. The shop said 1500 which was not affordable with all my mom's cancer expenses. You helped me fix this for around 30 bucks. I am also a lady with 5/10 mechanic skills so a dash removal was not something I could do. But this was and it fixed it. It has never blown so hard and cold. You have made a older lady with cancer very confortable for these hospital rides. Blessings on you and your family. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@ford-fix

5 ай бұрын

God bless you, Laura! I think this has to be my all-time favorite comment! I'm so glad it worked for you! -Robert

Well done video, I've been driving my van for years without the vents working. I'm finally going to fix it thanks to you.

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jim!

I've been trying to figure out how to fix this for months. This is an easy solution for bypassing a lot of unnecessary work. Thank you!

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, James! Thanks for the feedback!

By far the best video and most complete video on KZread. For the past 3 months I have been researching and contemplating other fix alternatives; but this video provides the best coverage of the processes involve with great narrative. Thank you SO MUCH! I will be doing my van shortly.

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you Rick! I really appreciate that.

I watched several videos on this, but yours was by far the best. Very clear and detailed. Thanks!! It’s working perfectly!

Excellent video! I watched several videos this covered everything clearly without all the theatrics. Straight to the point in 8 minutes. Works perfectly. Thank you!!!

Just did this on my 2008 E350 van. Spot-on video instruction, everything exactly as shown. Worked like a champ, $53 fix, thanks for the great video!

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Rog F You’re welcome! Glad it worked!

I followed step by step, crossing my fingers that it would work... WORKED PERFECTLY!!! THANK YOU!!!

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

Awesome!! You're welcome! So glad it worked out! -Robert

Best... Video... Ever!!! Worked perfectly on my RV and I cannot thank you enough. You ever make your way to central Texas, you earned yourself a beer. Thank you!

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Nick! If I'm ever out that way I just might do that! It'll have to be a root beer, lol, but I would enjoy meeting you. Glad to hear it worked for you!

This fix worked for me. Just as an aside, when I pulled the red line back through the dog house it got caught on another black vacuum line on the manifold and disconnected it unknowingly to me. When I started the engine the check engine light came on and I got some EGR codes. I took it around the corner to my mechanic and after removing the dog house he immediately found the disconnected black vacuum line and reconnected it. Now the air conditioning is ice cold and no longer fades to the defrost when accelerating or going up hills. Bravo home fix! thank you.

Showing the required parts is super helpful. Great Job! Just repaired my '99 E-350 after two blistering summers w/o AC. THANKS!!

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it worked!

Did this on my 03 e250 and took me 20 minutes. Directions perfectly explained and easy to follow. Thanks!

Thanks for the video. Your's is the clearest and best explanation of this procedure I've seen so far. For some reason, people like to simply show their work, and neglect to explain what they did and why they did it. Thanks again.

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Trent Snowbarger I appreciate your comment. Thank you Trent. -Robert

Thank you this really helped me out , I will fix my a/c now . Can’t thank you enough 🙏🏻

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Rene Gonzalez You’re welcome, Rene!

After a bunch of research, this was the cleanest, easiest repair! Great job!

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks I followed this video on my E350 when it defaulted to defrost. It was simple and works great. You saved me I had no idea what to do.

This worked like a charm on my 01 E-150. Thank you for making a straightforward, informative video.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome! Thank you for your comment!

Can’t thank you enough for the video. Just did it on my E450 Super Duty RV. I put it all together first to check and it worked like a champ. I know have my AC back as well. Thanks again

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome! Thank you for the comment!!

I have a 2008 E350 with a 5.4. I did this bypass today, and yay!!! It worked!! No more whistle. The air flow goes where it should. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Well done David! Thank you for the feedback! So glad it worked for you! -Robert

Man, this is a Godsend! Noone at any auto shop could help me figure this out. I did exactly what you did and it all works now!

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it worked Anthony! -Robert

Just fixed my work bus, I'm going to be so happy this summer getting proper A/C at the front! Thank you for a great tutorial

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome James! Thanks for letting me know! -Robert

Thank You so much for doing this video. My E450 has had a bad vacuum reservoir for a few years. The repair at a dealership was estimated at nearly $1500. I have watched nearly all of the you tube fixes and was scared away with how complicated they were. I watched yours and by far it has been the simplest to do and was explained very clearly. Well, I just completed the repair following your video and instructions and absolutely no problems were encountered and now the problem is fixed. Thanks

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks Walt! You're comment is one of my favorites for sure! So glad it worked for you! Thank you for letting me know!

Thank you so much for this video! Fixed my 2011 E-350/Econoline. Having the parts linked in the description was immensely helpful!

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome!

YES! This system works! Thank you! This is the best explanation that I've found and my 2003 E350 is once again like new. What a difference having vents that blast ice-cold air! The check valve and reservoir are necessary if you want AC blowing on the long uphill stretches.

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for the comment! Glad it worked out.

Just did this today, after watching this video a couple of times to figure out what I needed to do. Parts from the dealer were in stock, although it was $72 for me. The exact hose you showed was only $5. The fix worked from the moment I cranked the engine. It's so nice to have A/C again. Everything works perfect now. Thank you so much!

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Yes, the dealer will charge more, but still so much cheaper than the cost of having it done :). If I remember right, I think I got the part numbers from the dealer then typed them into Amazon and ordered them there cheaper. Glad it worked for you, thanks for the feedback! -Robert

@texan90

2 жыл бұрын

@@ford-fix Very true. But I wasn't willing to wait longer for parts, so when the dealership had them in stock, I jumped on getting them so I could have cold air again. And regardless, your video is what made it possible for me. Everything else I found was how to do it the "correct dealership" way. So thank you again!

I will echo everyone else here and say that this video is concise, simple, and super-effective! I performed this exactly after ordering the parts online on my 2001 e350 Club Wagon Econoline. A/C comes out correctly now. Many thanks!

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir! You're very welcome! Glad it worked!

This is a great easy fix, I have a 2017 E 450 with RV. Although I had a glove box which was easy to remove I ran the vacuum hose through the bolt hole like in the video and was able to mount the Amazon ordered vacuum box to the right of the glovebox using a spare hole and a 1/4x3/4 bolt washer and nut. Had to order the check valve from O Riley but had it the next day, Works Great now. Thanks for taking the time to make the video.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Mike! Those with RV's will want to know this! Thanks for the info. So glad it worked for you! -Robert

I am about to fix my Econoline that have the same exact issue... ordered all the parts and I found this video to be the best one to view...so clear, so informative and excellent step by step explanation. ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! -Robert

Great instructional video! Solved the problem for my 1999 e350 based camper. I bought all the parts via your amazon links and they worked perfectly! Thank you.

Very clear instructions. You even put links to the correct parts. It took me about an hour and your fix works perfectly. I cannot thank you enough . 🙏🙏🙏

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! God bless you! -Robert

@dannydombal1578

11 ай бұрын

​@ford-fix God is the only one that can Bless us God bless you for saying God Bless

It fixed mine. Also mine just stayed on defrost not just when I drove but always and this worked. Thank you

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for letting me know.

I followed this “fix/hack” to get my AC blowing back out of the dash on my 2003 E-350 Ford Van. Easy to follow and understand his video 👍 it all worked out perfectly!

Clear instructions, great video, and no rambling. This is the best video for this issue, full stop. Thank you so much.

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much appreciated!

@QGJohn

2 жыл бұрын

@@ford-fix And a lot better than one guy's who just plays music during the video. Thanks for the explanations along the way.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

@@QGJohn Thank you, sir!

Hi, thank you so much for the video how to fix the air conditioner coming through the vent . You save me a lot of money . I look at a lot of videos but when I saw yours I said thank you God I think I can do this. And went out and got the same parts you said to use. And it work now I got cool air coming inside the van. Thank you for your time and effort you put into this video. Thank God for your video. 👍😀🙏

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

rai ray That’s great! You’re welcome! So glad it worked for you. God bless you!

I watched several videos on how to fix this problem, this was the best. Worked for my RV that has an E-450 front end. One word, before you cut any lines, check the size of your adapter. A couple of times I cut the lines and then needed to go back and get the adapter and reconnect it. Great tutorial.

Great job bro! Perfect pace, clear voice and pronunciation. This is definitely the best video ever posted on this subject.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

I used this and other videos to fix my AC problem. My vacuum reservoir didn’t bolt on so nicely since my van is configured a bit differently so I used automotive double sided tape and stuck it to the firewall. So far so good. Thanks for posting this

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Glad it worked out!

Great video. My parts arrived today and 15 minutes later I was testing it out. You explained it great even I was surprise how easy you made the task. Thanks

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Donald D Awesome! Glad it worked! You’re welcome, Donald! Thank you!

Awesome video. Not only is the AC working properly again, the truck is running like it's old self. Thank you for taking the time to do this video.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! You're welcome! Thanks for the comment!

This is exactly what's going on with my 97 E150. I just ordered the parts. Thank you for this video.

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Thank you for the comment!! -Robert

Thank you so much for this video! I purchased the parts you linked and followed your video. My vents work once again. Thank you!

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome!!

Extremely helpful. Thanks for putting this together. Very simple process. Took less than 1 hr.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome! You did that fast!

This fixed the problem quickly and easily. Thank you for making such a clear, detailed video to fix this super annoying issue. I have a 2006 E-250 and my vacuum hose near the Oil cap was black on both sides of the connector, but it was still the correct one. So happy to have my A/C working correctly again.

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Randy! So glad your ac is working again! Thank you for the comment! -Robert

@randywilliams5799

Жыл бұрын

Randy Williams 1 second ago I also subscribed to your channel. And, I have the factory Wiring Diagram book for the 2006 E-series. You may have it already, but if you ever need to trace out a circuit let me know and I’ll try to help out. I got it to help me install a brake controller and 7 Pin trailer receptacle. It was very helpful in finding the right wires to splice in to.

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

@@randywilliams5799 Wonderful! Thank you so much. I'll keep that in mind!

THANK YOU! A few tweaks as follows. For the vacuum source from the engine, drilled a 5/16 hole in the firewall just above where the dog house clip is located. Had to use a [DeWalt] right angle drill adapter with hex based drill bits to fit into the space. Kept the protective loom on the vacuum line. Reservoir: Dorman 47995 ;Advance AutoParts $40 Check valve: ACD [AC Delco]# 15-50568 or GM# 15733271 ;Advance AutoParts, exact substitute Saved and used both rubber adapter pieces (red hose and black hose under the hood). Used a little silicon grease on all the vacuum fittings. For the reservoir connection, used clear vinyl tubing with a bigger ID. No adapter hose needed. Both choices HomeDepot. I had the hose on hand, but believe it to be one of the following. UDP 0.170 in. I.D. x 1/4 in. O.D. x 10 ft. Clear Vinyl Tubing Model# T10007003 20 feet, $4.51 Everbilt0.170 in. I.D. x 1/4 in. O.D. x 10 ft. Clear Vinyl Tubing Model# T10006003 10 feet, $2.96 Tie-wrapped the reservoir in place to a tab hanging down just above it.

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!! Glad it worked out for you!!

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I was hesitant to take on this task, but you really made it simple to follow.

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome Ronny! Thanks for letting me know! -Robert

I started having issues with my heat/air only coming in the defrost, and then would eventually come through the proper vents for the last year. Just in the last month it came through the defrost only. I researched and came across this. I ordered the parts and installed them this morning. It took only about 20 minutes. And believe it or not it worked! Just wanted to thank you for the parts list and the video. Thanks! Edit: 2014 Ford E250

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

That's so great! You're welcome! Glad to hear it worked! Thank you for letting me know! -Robert

I chose this video to instruct me on how to fix my truck,.. and it worked like a charm.. I want to THANK YOU for posting it. All in all it cost me UNDER $30.00 using OEM FORD parts… I also have an “in” at my parts dealer so I saved some coin..and thanks to your video, I was able to do the entire job in less than 45 minutes from start to finish.. GREAT JOB DUDE!! SUBSCRIBED!!

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! You’re welcome! Glad everything worked out!

This fixed my Rv this morning. Took about 20min. Thank you very much I appreciate it.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!! So glad it worked out! Thank you for the comment!

That my friend was awesome . Just hooked it up . Worked like a charm . Thank you so much !!!

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome Barry!

This video save me a ton of money!! I bought a new canister and valve check from Ford for 40.00 total. I had it installed in less then 25 minutes stsrt to finish. It works like a charm. Thank you .

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it David! You're welcome sir. -Robert

Worked like a charm! Thank you so much for your time and great video.

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Greg! So glad it worked! Thank you for your comment! -Robert

I watched 3 videos on this topic and appreciated all 3 - but this is THE video to watch. My problem is solved!

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you so much!

Great video and step by step instructions. I used this on my e450 motorhome and worked perfectly.

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for leaving a comment Jeff! Glad it worked for you! -Robert

Good directions, got my parts today will do this method tomorrow. Thanks for your video.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Ken!

Confirmed. Works on 2013 e350. Thank you so much for the video!

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome, Kyle! -Robert

Worked for my 2006 E350 - all of the colors matched up. Thank you!

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Nice! You're welcome!

Great Video...I used the same connector that was available when I cut it up front and simply stuck them together again after leading through the Dog House and it works great. No need for check valve... box or tubing. No parts needed at all. Thanks A lot.

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Woke AF You’re welcome! Glad it worked for you!

Great Video! I followed your instructions with some minor modifications and it worked perfectly! I think it took about 30 minutes. Your estimation of the cost of parts is about right too. Good job!

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Chris & DeAnn Davison Oh good! You’re welcome! So glad it worked for you! Thanks for the comment!

Awesome video....got all the parts and installed them today. Works great! Thank you!

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

That's great! You're welcome Jon! -Robert

I must’ve watched 10 videos before finding this one yours was the best was going nuts trying to fix this now I know what to do thank you I have a 2007 350 XL . AC is blowing out of the frost only now I can fix it thank you

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Mitch Cohn You’re welcome, Mitch!

IT WORKS!!!!! It worked on his 2000 and I tried the same on my 2013. Works great.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!

Best video for this issue! So quick and easy, thank you so much!

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Crystal!

Holy cow! Pure genius. Ford dealership had the reservoir and check valve in stock, so picked them up today and took care of this repair in less than an hour start to finish. My 2002 E250 finally has AC coming out the front vents again. Thank you so much!

Thank you for your help. I just finished test driving my 2014 E250 after following this video, the AC works perfectly now. Since mine had a glovebox, we had to take the 6 8mm screws out to get to the bolt everyone uses for a hole. Mine also has a kickplate on the right side of the passenger side under the dash. The reservoir tucks behind it nicely, no screws are needed.

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Andrew! And thank you for the info regarding the glove box. I get that question from time to time and your info will help those who have that feature! -Robert

Worked perfectly, once the doghouse is removed/pulled slightly back, the red vacuum Line is easy to reach and pull into the cab. Very simple, 20-30min .

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it worked Joshua! -Robert

Tysm bro. Works like a champ now. I started with the belnd door actuator hoping that was the problem. The only difference was that in my situation it was permenantly stuck on defrost not just accelerating at highway speeds.

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard others as well with similar situation. Glad it worked for you! Thanks for letting me know!!

Great explanation... I was able to fix my van Ford E250 2004 after a year with that problem ✌️🙌🏻 thank you

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Very good! You're welcome, Hugo!

Excellent video tutorial for bypassing vacuum reservoir.👍

Thank you! You saved me so much time and money. I don’t do dealers so my van would be in pieces in my garage. This was a 30min fix. Sincerely, THANK YOU!

Saved me travelling through Mojave desert in summer!!! Thank you.

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!!

this is the one! best video on this subject .I own 4 E350 and i have done this to 2 so far. super easy, Great video.

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! You’re welcome!

Dude, THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!! South Texas heat is no joke with an AC stuck on defrost. I would say not all heroes wear capes but I never saw your back in this video! Lol. Really though, thanks a million!

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best comments! Love it. Thanks Anthony! Lol.

Just wanted to leave a comment to say thanks. Very helpful. My 2001 Coachmen Catalina now has air flowing through the dash vents. Outstanding,

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Mike! Glad it worked out! -Robert

Thanks. You just save me a lot of money and time. Working like a top

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Very good! Glad it helped you David! -Robert

“We” appreciate the time you took to give a ver thorough explaination. Enjoyed and learned a lot from the video.

@ford-fix

11 ай бұрын

You’re so welcome! Thank you for your comment!

I have the same problem with my 98 Dodge B3500 van. Thanks for posting.

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Seems to be a common problem. You’re welcome, Tony!

Worked like a charm on my 2013 E150....Thanks

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome, Jeff!

Our 2 Econoline vans had this problem. Fixed! It's rare finding videos that actually fix your problem

@ford-fix

Жыл бұрын

That's great! Thanks for sharing! -Robert

I watched several videos of this particular fix, and only a couple of them really condensed it down. I ordered the parts, went and got some hose from home depot, though mine was 1/4 OD by .070 ID. It worked perfectly. Once I started on mine, it took an hour or less to fix the problem, and since my 2013 E250 has a glove box, I had to find a place to mount the vacuum box. Well, since I had all kinds of space above the right side kick panel on the passenger side, that's where I mounted it with some heavy duty self stick velcro. I didn't need any additional vacuum connectors either, since I removed the one from the left side line under the hood though I bought some just in case. My AC is working properly and it gets cold since it's not going between the vents and some where else. Also of note, I was able to remove one bolt off of the bracket on the engine housing and got the vacuum line with its shield through the opening. It's nice having my AC coming back through the vents continuously where I need it to be. Thanks for the video and your own experience in dealing with something Ford should have fixed long ago so this doesn't happen to its buyers later.

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it worked! You're welcome!

By far the best video on this topic. Thank you

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Brad!! -Robert

Clever solution for an otherwise expensive repair....an excellent very precise video as well...

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Carlos!

Very nicely done, fixed a 98 E350 in not much longer than it took to watch your video.

@ford-fix

Ай бұрын

Awesome! You did that quick! Thanks for letting me know! -Robert

This is exactly how I did it but I used 1/8" vacuum line off amazon rather than the fuel line. Great video

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds good! Thank you Ronnie!

I payed $16 for the part . Thanks for this video 👍👍👍👍👍👍 got everything you said in the video.. I FIXED IT !!! Thank You 🙏

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You’re welcome! Great price too! Was that on Amazon?

Excellent video, well done. Thank you, saved me a ton of grief... and money.

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Glad it worked out!

Wanted to say thanks, this worked for me. My 2011 has a glove box so the location i used for mounting was on the left floorboard under the removed bolt area.

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Adam! Thanks for letting me know! -Robert

Awesome Video. I have a 03 ford e150 and it was doing the same thing, after watching the video parts cost me $35.00 the dealer wanted $900.00 plus parts. My vents are working fine thank you.

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, Steve! Thank you so much. Glad it helped.

Thank you so much for this very easy and I got mine working much appreciated

@ford-fix

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Glad it worked! Thank you for the feedback.

10/26/21--followed this procedure on a 2012 Ford E250 with 4.6 liter. It fixed my issue of only getting airflow from the windshield vents. Now I get correct airflow for all settings. My van has a glove box which had to be removed to access the "black" vacuum line. I also mounted the new reservoir on a sidewall with double sided tape behind the glove box. Another difference was he showed a "red" main vacuum line by the oil filler neck mine was black. I recommend adding the Dorman soft rubber reducer couplings to your parts list. I wasn't able to get mine to release. I needed 2, 1 for the main vacuum line and 1 for the black line to the controls. Thank You Ford Fix!! You saved me over $1000. Back in July a Ford dealer looked at it an originally replaced the function switch on the dash at a cost of $275. When that didn't work the mechanic correctly troubleshooted the problem of the check valve and reservoir but quoted around $1200 of labor.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome Shawn! Thank you for your comment!

Very good explanation of what is going on and how to fix it. With the cost estimates I have seen quoted to have a tech fix it, I think I will try to tackle this myself. I have a 2002 E450 on my 27' motorhome. I use to be a pretty good diesel mechanic on my sailboat, but that was 20 yrs. ago. Seventy year old gal now, and not as limber, but I'm going to order the parts and see how it goes. Thanks so much.

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Very good, you're welcome!

Try disconnecting the line to the actuators and spraying a small amount of WD-40 into it and reconnect. This has worked for me on 3 other vans. Sometimes the actuators just get dry and don’t want to move under pressure. It’s easy to try and may work long as the actuators are good. Great video.

Worked like a charm, thank you sir!

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

I thought it was a blower motor failing. Wasted money. My dash vents would turn on and off. My buddy said check the defrost and there was air blowing there, so I researched it on the road and "fixed" it with a zip tie to hold it in dash vent position. Now that we are in camp, I found your EXCELLENT video and ordered parts. $79.49 via the links you provided and the RV will be ready for our big summer trip. Thanks man!!

@ford-fix

Ай бұрын

Awesome!! Thanks for sharing!!

@doug6885

Ай бұрын

@@ford-fix All my parts arrived today and it was about a 15 minute fix, only because it's 115 degrees outside. I'll road test it in the morning when it's cooler, but I did rev the engine to about 4500 RPM in park and it stayed on the dash vents.

Thank you very much great video saved me a lot of money. The only thing I did differently was buy a vacuum gauge kit on Amazon ($18.00) to ensure that the line coming off the engine was not leaking and to verify that none of the other lines had no problem once I hooked everything back up. Again kudos to you for doing this much appreciated!

@ford-fix

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Tony! I love your idea of the vacuum gauge! That may help others on this journey. I might have to buy one myself for my T-Bird that needs a lot of vacuum hose repair. Do you happen to have a link for the Amazon gauge you bought? Thanks again, Tony!

@tonybesset

4 жыл бұрын

@@ford-fix Yes the this is the link www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KRJFSFQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Awesome Job. Thanks! Even a regular (non-dealer) Mechanic told me $450 to do this job. It cost me $40 in parts Took maybe 30 minutes.

@ford-fix

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, John! Awesome! -Robert

Absolutely great video. Followed it, had job done and blowing cold air from vents in less than an hour.

@ford-fix

2 ай бұрын

Awesome!

Totally solved the problem! Great fix it video!

@ford-fix

10 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!!