This is the exact year, make, and model of my car. My air has only blown in top airflow position. I have gone at least 3 winters without being able to defrost my front windows or warm our feet. Thank you so much for this video.
Thank you so much for this video! Like others have mentioned, yours was the only video that I found on this subject and this was exactly my problem. I had air blowing from all vents no matter what setting I chose. Once I got everything together, I placed a small piece of electrical tape over the top of the cooper-looking piece that locks the wire in place, with the hope that it won't pop out again causing me to have to do the same repair. However, in my situation, it is likely that I will either have to do the repair again or actually replace the entire wire from the control knob to wherever the other end is. Once I had everything opened up, I inspected the wires behind the control knob and found that the insulation around the wire has opened up and exposed more of that little silver wire to be exposed than should be. I believe it's a mechanical design flaw, but I'm no engineer. I think the way it's made to move allows it to wear away at the insulation which then allows too much slack in the wire which then causes it to become unwrapped from around the control knob spool. Either way, it's working and I'm happy for now. When I make changes on the dial now, I do it very slowly in hopes that I can make this last as long as possible. I bought this 09 Corolla with 74,000 miles about a month ago to use as a commuter car to not only save on gas but to keep from putting so many miles on my truck. The car is in excellent shape inside and out and had only one owner. Thanks again for your great video!
Your video was a lifesaver I just repaired my knob the wire was out just like you said I got in back in place and it works just fine. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for this video. I have a '07 Yaris with the same issue. Was able to remove the panels and circle the wire back in place. Saved me a trip to the mechanic or much worse, the dealer $$$. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the video, all the other's that come up first just show the disassemble process. You showed the operation of the system and the troubleshooting process which is all i needed. The brass cable connector had popped out of mine so i got it rethreaded and works great. 30 minute job I've been putting off all summer.
If the selector is stuck, find the vent door it operates and put Armor All on the seals around the door edge. It’s not easy to access. Hot weather causes glue on the foam rubber seal around the door to flow and glue the door shut, jamming the selector
That would work if your sleeve is still intact. What I can see in this video is that the sleeve is no longer intact and that causes the wire being sble to jump out of the spool. So you might think he fixed the issue, but my experience is that you will have to fix the sleeve part first in order to make it work again. This means you will have to adjust the wires with the amount of sleeve you took of for it to be a solid sleeve again. A pain in the rear job, but it can be done and that will fix it for how long it will take for the sleeve to be cut again by the wires. Toyota went really cheap here and this part will fail guarenteed overtime due to its construction of sharp wire and platic sleeves.
Not sure if you’d be able to but I’m having the same issue and I wanted to see if you be able to make a video showing how you took apart the panel, or explain how to do it, never done stuff like this before
Greetings, I am NOT a mechanic. I just took my console off to examine the knob - saw the loose wire and put it back in place. If I ever have the lights or bulbs fail - I will produce a video if I am able to correct.
I have a 2009 Corolla that I am needing to replace the lights in two of those knobs. Are the light bulbs connected to the wires that connect to the knob itself? Thank you so much!
Thanks Haunter Mansion, yes you were the only video about this. It got me going again. My cable looked good, no signs of damage. I wonder why they pop off? Thanks again!
I think it may be a design flaw. The insulation around the silver wire on mine was frayed allowing too much of the wire to be exposed which causes slack in the wire which then causes it to come off the control spool. I have no idea where the other end of the wire is so it is likely a pain to have to replace the entire wire! I wish I had taken a pic of the frayed insulation when I had it opened up.
Well that lasted the longest! Now its still works a little but I can feel and hear that the cable must me starting to fray or break totally. I'm done! I got the new cable and I'm gonna replace it. If I have any good tips I'll let you know. Looks like there was some superseded part numbers ,so hopefully they updated it. Only $29.00 at Koch Toyota online. There are aftermarket ones but I don't want to do it again if those are not as good as the OEM.
Hello, there were already youtube videos concerning the removal of the radio which gets you to the location needed. I believe I stated that in my video.
How do you take that panel off? My Temperature knob is pushed in and not sure if I need to replace the whole knob or if I can just somehow pull it out.
Hey last time my wire was broken they changed while unit not only cable but now I have little issue my knob push to inward then it work should I change only knob because when I move toward different position it doesn’t not click a sound but it work change the air direction
If you do a youtube search to: access the radio, it will show you how to get to what you may be looking for. Those instructions were already available, what I spoke of, had not been addressed.
If I buy the ac/heat airflow assembly, should that do the trick or does that wire connect from behind the assembly? If that wire/s and the surrounding {insulation are out of position or otherwise bad would I have to by the wire/s separately?
Hey my 2013 Corolla A.C randomly stopped working from 1 car start to the other. I've read the A.C control Switch may need to be replaced but I believe it is the A.C blower CABLES that need to he replaced. Any ideas?
My recirculating button is not working it only lights up when I press it then it turns right back off. Is there a fuse to check for it? What should I do I can’t find much about it online
The knob itself looks like it is catching in spots. If it has been taken apart completely, whoever put it back together didn't line the gears up inside correctly. I had the same problem the first time I took mine apart.
This exact thing happens to my 2010 Corolla constantly (I’ve had to rethread the wire probably 10 times now, meaning I’ve had to pull out the radio and AC assemblies every time). It looks like the wire is all mangled on one side which causes it to get loose easily. Anyone know a cheap/easy fix for this?
how to repair A/C Knob (the one on right most of these three knob) .... its not working. it is free now. it was jammed. my friend did force and i think something break from behind ....
What is the switch with the different positions on it called? I can only find the numbered knob and not the one with the defrost and other directionals on it.
So here’s where I’m at.. my speakers were bugging out, and I narrowed it down to the head unit. I managed to fix it that, but now my heat doesn’t work. It will only blow cold air. It worked while I was on the way to get the new part, but after I replaced it, nothing. I plugged in the old head unit to make sure it was nothing to do with the new part, but that’s not the case.. Anyone?
Im looking at a similar scenario with my hiace. Cable snapped, but also looks jammed/seized from the other end... anyone knows how to take them apart to change the cable or look for jams in the unit.. a diagram? I don't want to change everything just for a 15$ job..
Does your hot/cold control knob light up at night? The knob for me does not light up and never did when I purchased the 2010 Corolla LE used. The other two knobs do light up. Thanks.
If that little black lever was broken, does it sound reasonable that it would cost $2,000 to replace that part (parts and labor)? Because my knob is stuck in by 2015 Subaru Impreza (only 39k miles) and my dealer is telling me the lever is broken and it'll be $2,000 to replace and now I could cry..
Sorry to hear of your problem. I would check with friends/family for someone that may have a mechanically gifted mind and tools and ask for their help. $2000 to me is a total ripoff for a cheaply made piece of plastic and metal. I am wishing you Good Luck!!!
No. Thank God! I believe that would be a nightmare to replace entire cable? I am assuming that the other end is more difficult to access??? For my old neck and back. Although, any found info, would be appreciated.
I have a problem. On my Yaris it does not go on the defrost when I turn the knob it just doesn’t turn all the way to the defrost option. It gets stuck on to the feet/defrost just above it. Does anyone know how to fix that. Thanks
Hey EJ - How did you fixed this issued? I have the same problem in my yaris. I would appreciate it if you get back to me at your earliest convenience. Many thanks
@@ashayan66 Iv still not fixed it. I did take out the whole middle bit out to see behind the dials and its connected to a silver wire all way round and it goes under the steering column and hides way under so couldn't actually find a way to fix it. You could buy the whole middle dial bit and check if that fixes it. You just have to disconnect the wire from the old dials and connect to the new one but thats 50/50
If you copy and then paste on the eBay search this: 559090K010 Genuine Toyota CABLE SUB-ASSY, AIRMIX DAMPER CONTROL 55909-0K010 it will show a new part that I can only assume is correct - because I only saw the damaged area of the wire/spool and did not see the other end. I hope this helps.
I removed the small silver screw holding the cable in place as it entered the spool area. That relieved the tension and allowed me to maneuver the wire around the spool. Hope this helps and sorry I didn't see your comment earlier.
I’ve been dealing with the airflow being stuck on defrost for over a year. You saved me from another southern California summer. Thank you!!!
😊lll
How did u fix it I switch button but still stuck on defrost
This is the exact year, make, and model of my car. My air has only blown in top airflow position. I have gone at least 3 winters without being able to defrost my front windows or warm our feet. Thank you so much for this video.
Thank you so much for this video! Like others have mentioned, yours was the only video that I found on this subject and this was exactly my problem. I had air blowing from all vents no matter what setting I chose. Once I got everything together, I placed a small piece of electrical tape over the top of the cooper-looking piece that locks the wire in place, with the hope that it won't pop out again causing me to have to do the same repair. However, in my situation, it is likely that I will either have to do the repair again or actually replace the entire wire from the control knob to wherever the other end is. Once I had everything opened up, I inspected the wires behind the control knob and found that the insulation around the wire has opened up and exposed more of that little silver wire to be exposed than should be. I believe it's a mechanical design flaw, but I'm no engineer. I think the way it's made to move allows it to wear away at the insulation which then allows too much slack in the wire which then causes it to become unwrapped from around the control knob spool. Either way, it's working and I'm happy for now. When I make changes on the dial now, I do it very slowly in hopes that I can make this last as long as possible. I bought this 09 Corolla with 74,000 miles about a month ago to use as a commuter car to not only save on gas but to keep from putting so many miles on my truck. The car is in excellent shape inside and out and had only one owner. Thanks again for your great video!
Glad the video helped and thanks for your response!
Your video was a lifesaver I just repaired my knob the wire was out just like you said I got in back in place and it works just fine. Thank you so much.
Glad the video helped and thanks for your response!
@@HunterCoin how long did it take ??
Maybe an hour in total.
Thank you so much for this video. I have a '07 Yaris with the same issue. Was able to remove the panels and circle the wire back in place. Saved me a trip to the mechanic or much worse, the dealer $$$. Keep up the good work!
Thank you dude! The same thing happened to my 2012 Corolla. This is the only video I could find that shows how to fix it.
I have a 2013 Scion xB. This video helped me to put the cable back in it's slot and now the selector works great. Thank you very much!!
Thanks for the video, all the other's that come up first just show the disassemble process. You showed the operation of the system and the troubleshooting process which is all i needed. The brass cable connector had popped out of mine so i got it rethreaded and works great. 30 minute job I've been putting off all summer.
Bro, your a life saver. That was exactly what I needed to know. You saved me $400 bucks with parts and labor.
I'm glad to have helped!
Thank you! I needed this video. I'd rather do this than pay $85.00 for the controller and the $150.00 for the labor. Thank you, thank you.
Thanks I fixed it following your instructions. A little help taking all the plastic dash parts would have helped as that was the hardest part.
Thank you so Much! Fixed mine too! You are right, it was a pain to respool
the wire, but I got it thanks to you!
Thank you very much saved me and my gf nearly 500 dollars with parts and labor!
Thanks buddy just did it its going to be almost 40 c tomorrow ❤
My mans, you’re the real MVP
I'm in the same situation with my 2019 corolla as I'm typing right now thank you so much
If the selector is stuck, find the vent door it operates and put Armor All on the seals around the door edge. It’s not easy to access. Hot weather causes glue on the foam rubber seal around the door to flow and glue the door shut, jamming the selector
That would work if your sleeve is still intact. What I can see in this video is that the sleeve is no longer intact and that causes the wire being sble to jump out of the spool. So you might think he fixed the issue, but my experience is that you will have to fix the sleeve part first in order to make it work again. This means you will have to adjust the wires with the amount of sleeve you took of for it to be a solid sleeve again. A pain in the rear job, but it can be done and that will fix it for how long it will take for the sleeve to be cut again by the wires. Toyota went really cheap here and this part will fail guarenteed overtime due to its construction of sharp wire and platic sleeves.
Same problem here; fixed it this weekend. Thanks for the help!
Thanks I will attempt this soon
Saved me time and money. Well done and thank you patriot.
You are very welcome!
This is EXACTLY the explanation I was looking for! Many thanks- just did the repair on my 2009 corolla :))
What would you recommend on doing if the actual wire broke??
Thank you for this video man really appreciate it
Thanks so much - my exact problem. Much appreciated.
Great video!! You saved us lots of money. Thank you!
I'll check this on my kenworth, never thought of this, I was looking at the other end by the blower motor
Video helped. A lot. Thank you
Life saver mate cheers
Glad the video helped and thanks for your response!
Noticed this issue this morning. Not looking forward to disassembly, but nice to know i won’t have to pay $700 for someone to dig into my dash.
Not sure if you’d be able to but I’m having the same issue and I wanted to see if you be able to make a video showing how you took apart the panel, or explain how to do it, never done stuff like this before
Please another video but how to replace or remove the knobs and fix the knob lights or bulb thanks
Greetings, I am NOT a mechanic. I just took my console off to examine the knob - saw the loose wire and put it back in place. If I ever have the lights or bulbs fail - I will produce a video if I am able to correct.
Excellent, thanks, great help!
I have a 2009 Corolla that I am needing to replace the lights in two of those knobs. Are the light bulbs connected to the wires that connect to the knob itself? Thank you so much!
My 2010 had 3 wire harnesses - 1 set to each knob. I did not have an issue with the lights, so I am going to say - yes.
Good video mate. Will repair mine knob at the morning. Cheers.
I am curious if you repaired your selector knob and if you experienced the same issue? Thanks, Haunter
Thanks Haunter Mansion, yes you were the only video about this. It got me going again. My cable looked good, no signs of damage. I wonder why they pop off? Thanks again!
Hello, if you ever find the reason - please let me know!
I think it may be a design flaw. The insulation around the silver wire on mine was frayed allowing too much of the wire to be exposed which causes slack in the wire which then causes it to come off the control spool. I have no idea where the other end of the wire is so it is likely a pain to have to replace the entire wire! I wish I had taken a pic of the frayed insulation when I had it opened up.
Dang it it must have come off again. There must be something I can do to rig it to not jump off???
Well that lasted the longest! Now its still works a little but I can feel and hear that the cable must me starting to fray or break totally. I'm done! I got the new cable and I'm gonna replace it. If I have any good tips I'll let you know. Looks like there was some superseded part numbers ,so hopefully they updated it. Only $29.00 at Koch Toyota online. There are aftermarket ones but I don't want to do it again if those are not as good as the OEM.
Be nice to see how you got the dash apart,getting to the switch is half the battle
Hello, there were already youtube videos concerning the removal of the radio which gets you to the location needed. I believe I stated that in my video.
@@HunterCoin links?
ruclips.net/video/rFIOXUgM92E/видео.html
How do you take that panel off? My Temperature knob is pushed in and not sure if I need to replace the whole knob or if I can just somehow pull it out.
Glad to find this but how did you get to that piece, you totally skipped how to take off the pieces to get to it.
Hey last time my wire was broken they changed while unit not only cable but now I have little issue my knob push to inward then it work should I change only knob because when I move toward different position it doesn’t not click a sound but it work change the air direction
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF THE CONTROL KNOB TURN HALF WAY ONLY ON 2010 COROLLA
Replace it...
You did not show how you opened that panel to reach the light bulbs in the knobs... How did you open it???
If you do a youtube search to: access the radio, it will show you how to get to what you may be looking for. Those instructions were already available, what I spoke of, had not been addressed.
yeah this works but theres a chance the wire pops out again
If I buy the ac/heat airflow assembly, should that do the trick or does that wire connect from behind the assembly? If that wire/s and the surrounding {insulation are out of position or otherwise bad would I have to by the wire/s separately?
Don't call it a repair video if you aren't going to show the actual disassembly and reassembly process. Not talk about it after the fact.
If you cant figure it out with verbal assistance that he has provided thats a personal problem. It aint rocket science bud.
The knob is stacked and cant rotate please help; with tips how to fix it/ make rotate
Did the selections matched the position on the knob after reducing the cable lenght?
So the question that comes to mind is this. Why did the cable pop out of position? If you do this repair is it permanent or will it happen again?
Hey my 2013 Corolla A.C randomly stopped working from 1 car start to the other. I've read the A.C control Switch may need to be replaced but I believe it is the A.C blower CABLES that need to he replaced. Any ideas?
hi! good day. can i ask where the AC APMLIFIER or AC MODULE LOCATED. thanks.
Same thing happened to mine, but I couldn't get the wire back around and the little brass nib to seat no matter how hard I tried 😞
Where do I even find to buy this part because all I see is the whole panel and I don’t need to replace the whole thing just that knob
Nice video man, mine does change the air flow but the A/C kept on after changing from defrost
Did you check yours and have the same problem? If yes, I hope the video helped you to fix it!
Great help, thank you
My recirculating button is not working it only lights up when I press it then it turns right back off. Is there a fuse to check for it? What should I do I can’t find much about it online
The knob itself looks like it is catching in spots. If it has been taken apart completely, whoever put it back together didn't line the gears up inside correctly. I had the same problem the first time I took mine apart.
This exact thing happens to my 2010 Corolla constantly (I’ve had to rethread the wire probably 10 times now, meaning I’ve had to pull out the radio and AC assemblies every time). It looks like the wire is all mangled on one side which causes it to get loose easily. Anyone know a cheap/easy fix for this?
replace it with a new sub assembly
Wish he would have showed how to put the wire back
Gonna try to fix my center knob in the morning
I have a blown globe behind the knob. Is that easy to fix?
how to repair A/C Knob (the one on right most of these three knob) .... its not working. it is free now. it was jammed. my friend did force and i think something break from behind ....
Thank you
its called the mode selector and the replacement at toyota is 1700$
OOOUUUCCCHHH!!!
What is the switch with the different positions on it called? I can only find the numbered knob and not the one with the defrost and other directionals on it.
Apa sama perbaikan dengan saklar blower
So here’s where I’m at.. my speakers were bugging out, and I narrowed it down to the head unit. I managed to fix it that, but now my heat doesn’t work. It will only blow cold air. It worked while I was on the way to get the new part, but after I replaced it, nothing. I plugged in the old head unit to make sure it was nothing to do with the new part, but that’s not the case.. Anyone?
Im looking at a similar scenario with my hiace. Cable snapped, but also looks jammed/seized from the other end... anyone knows how to take them apart to change the cable or look for jams in the unit.. a diagram? I don't want to change everything just for a 15$ job..
My car has the same issue, hoping this is the same fix! going to check soon.
Let me know if the fix works or if you have any other questions.
Can you buy those cables
yes like $30-45 at the dealer. But I see its very difficult to take off and put on at the other end, at the heater box.
Haunter Mansion did it to mine today and it fixed it, thanks for the video!
You are welcome! Thanks for the comment!!!!
Mines broke too, now I have 2 take apart and am scared I might break the entire unit
Will this work on scion 2014 scion tc
Does your hot/cold control knob light up at night? The knob for me does not light up and never did when I purchased the 2010 Corolla LE used. The other two knobs do light up. Thanks.
Did you wver figure it out? I'm having this issue too and I can't find any videos on it
@@jeanettecervantes4693 small backlight bulb needs to be replaced
How do you take the dash apart?
I have a question how can i fix the light of it
If that little black lever was broken, does it sound reasonable that it would cost $2,000 to replace that part (parts and labor)? Because my knob is stuck in by 2015 Subaru Impreza (only 39k miles) and my dealer is telling me the lever is broken and it'll be $2,000 to replace and now I could cry..
Sorry to hear of your problem. I would check with friends/family for someone that may have a mechanically gifted mind and tools and ask for their help. $2000 to me is a total ripoff for a cheaply made piece of plastic and metal. I am wishing you Good Luck!!!
My cable is broken. Do you have a video of replacing the entire cable?
No. Thank God! I believe that would be a nightmare to replace entire cable? I am assuming that the other end is more difficult to access??? For my old neck and back. Although, any found info, would be appreciated.
@@ericc5870 Thanks for the video, and it still looks like a nightmare!
Haunter Mansion yes it was but I’m glad it was that cable and not the heat control or speed flow because those are further to reach
I have a problem. On my Yaris it does not go on the defrost when I turn the knob it just doesn’t turn all the way to the defrost option. It gets stuck on to the feet/defrost just above it. Does anyone know how to fix that. Thanks
Hey EJ - How did you fixed this issued? I have the same problem in my yaris. I would appreciate it if you get back to me at your earliest convenience. Many thanks
@@ashayan66 Iv still not fixed it. I did take out the whole middle bit out to see behind the dials and its connected to a silver wire all way round and it goes under the steering column and hides way under so couldn't actually find a way to fix it. You could buy the whole middle dial bit and check if that fixes it. You just have to disconnect the wire from the old dials and connect to the new one but thats 50/50
And i was wondering if my wire is broken... Im i fucked? Can u do something so change that wire or...
But you didn't show us how to get to it...
can you send me what the piece is called and where I could buy one please
Hello, I believe Toyota calls it: Toyota Mode Control Switch & Cable. Maybe on eBay, if not, contact Toyota.
What does is the little screw for?
Louis Octavio Jr tightens the cable
Would help if you showed how you opened it first. The same knob on my 2010 corolla is broken.
What's part name Or number?
If you copy and then paste on the eBay search this: 559090K010 Genuine Toyota CABLE SUB-ASSY, AIRMIX DAMPER CONTROL 55909-0K010 it will show a new part that I can only assume is correct - because I only saw the damaged area of the wire/spool and did not see the other end. I hope this helps.
I guess defrost and max ac loosen it
...meanwhile 100 or so mechanics object.
Terrible! No instructions on how to remove the dash!
Why is it that every video on this dubject shows nothing helpfull 😂
so slow
Talks too slow!
How did you re spool the wire?
I removed the small silver screw holding the cable in place as it entered the spool area. That relieved the tension and allowed me to maneuver the wire around the spool. Hope this helps and sorry I didn't see your comment earlier.