Air Temperature Door Replacement - Left

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the HVAC module assembly.
2. Remove the left 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 upper and lower module halves.




8. Remove the HVAC module assembly seal that is located between the upper and lower cases (2).
9. Remove the left air temperature door.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the left air temperature door.
2. Install the new case seal (2) to the HVAC module assembly case (1).
3. Wet the upper evaporator core seal with water.

IMPORTANT: Inspect the condition of the retaining tab on the upper module 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 module case to the lower 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 left air temperature actuator.
9. Install the HVAC module assembly.