Air Temperature Door Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the HVAC module assembly.
2. Remove the air temperature actuator.
3. Remove the air inlet housing retaining screws.
4. Remove the air inlet housing.
5. Remove the HVAC module assembly upper mounting screws.
6. Release the retaining tab (1) securing the HVAC module assembly halves.
7. Separate the lower and upper HVAC module halves.




8. Remove the HVAC module assembly seal (2).




9. Remove the air temperature door.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the air temperature door.




2. Install the new case seal to the HVAC module assembly case.
3. Wet the upper evaporator core seal with water (2).

IMPORTANT: Inspect the condition of the retaining tab on the upper HVAC module assembly case prior to installing the lower module case. If the retaining tab is broken or damaged, install an external retaining clip (P/N 52458793, or equivalent).




4. Align and install the upper HVAC module case to the lower HVAC module case.
Align and secure the retaining tab (1).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the HVAC module assembly upper mounting screws.

Tighten
Tighten the HVAC module assembly upper mounting screws to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in).

6. Install the air inlet housing.
7. Install the air inlet housing retaining screws.

Tighten
Tighten the air inlet housing retaining screws to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in).

8. Install the air temperature actuator.
9. Install the HVAC module assembly.