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Instrument Panel Demister Duct - Removal






REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.






NOTE: Right side duct shown. Left side similar.

1. Remove the instrument panel and place it on a workbench Instrument Panel - Removal.
2. Remove the instrument panel cover Instrument Panel Cover - Removal.
3. Remove the two screws (3) that secure each demister duct (2) to the instrument panel support (4), as required.
4. Disconnect each demister duct from the defroster duct (1) and remove the demister ducts, as required.