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US models went on sale as a 2012 model year vehicle. Early models include a choice of four-door sedan or five-door hatchback body, 2.0-liter DOHC (148 hp) engine, five-speed manual or Lineartronic CVT with paddle shifting six-speed manual mode.

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Air Selection Knob Stuck

I have a 2012 Impreza with manual climate controls. For whatever reason, the air selector knob (all the way on the left that directs the flow of air) will not turn all the way back counterclockwise position. The selector will sit between the first (Dashboard) and second (Dashboard and floor combo), and not move any further back. What do I need to check before I think about replacing the controls themselves?

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It sounds like it is a mechanical linkage. If it were electric, the switch could jam but would not be likely.

Now the problem is how to get at it and relieve the jam.

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Good question... Any ideas?

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