Ceiling A/C Vent Keeps Shutting - Third Row

[BSarchet]

I couldn't find this anywhere, but I was wondering if anyone knows of a trick to keep the third row AC vent open? My daughter's vent blows closed any time the fan is above about the 4 setting. The louvers are loose and catch the air and blow closed. Obviously that's the opposite of what you want on a hot day.

Anyone deal with this and know of some trick? I was thinking a little bit of electrical tape or something, I have no idea. Any help appreciated.

 

[kbrocaille]

I have the same issue in my 2021. I had the dealership take a look at it. They have ordered a new set of covers. We compared the 2021 to the 2023 and the newer models seem to be tighter so they don't have the issue. I'm still waiting for a call back from the dealership to have the new ones installed. I'll let you know if this fixes the issue.

 

[AJ82]

I haven't noticed that on ours, they seem to be pretty tight, at least right now. You could put a small piece of foam/sponge material in between the louvers to prevent them from turning. Wouldn't damage anything I can think of. I haven't tried it to confirm it would do the trick but I think it would.

 

[JAMADOR]

Luckily we haven't had this issue in or Exped nor my Explorer.
Out Flex on the ot her hand, could blow all 4 shot with the rears on high. Annoying on a hot day, and quite noisy when they're shut.

 

[bigboi66]

2020 max here and have the same issue. They are definitely loose and just flop all around when driving and hitting any bumps. Anyone have a solution or know of replacing the vents will fix this for a non returning issue?

 

[BSarchet]

Vents are extremely easy to replace. They just twist and come out like an IKEA cam lock. They are less than $20 online. Dealer price was $50. I got mine covered by warranty.

 

[Mr Big]

If all else fails you could always use a tiny bit of silicone caulk, spread it on the joints with a toothpick or small applicator. That's how I fixed my Excursion vents flopping around.

 

[Retiredusps]

You might try a spring clip and push it up to the side (spring clip for keeping papers togeather )