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Heating and Air Conditioning

DTC B1235 or DTC indicator 3: A Problem in the Air Mix Control Linkage, Door, or Motor

1. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
2. Operate the heater-A/C control system in several modes.
3. Check for DTCs using the HDS or self-diagnostic.

Is DTC B1235 or 3 indicated?

YES - Go to step 4.

NO - Intermittent failure.

4. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
5. Test the air mix control motor.

Is the air mix control motor OK?

YES - Substitute a known-good HVAC control unit, and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original HVAC control unit

NO - Replace the air mix control motor, or repair the air mix control linkage or door.