A/C - A/C Control Panel Trim Peeling

BODY
BO002-04

February 5, 2004

Title
HVAC CONTROL PANEL PEELING (HEATER CONTROL HOUSING SUB. ASSEMBLY)

Models
'01 - '03 IS 300

Introduction

Some HVAC control panels on 2001 - 2003 model year IS 300 vehicles may experience peeling on the surface. The part has been improved to correct this condition.

Applicable Vehicles
^ 2001 - 2003 model year IS 300 vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VIN shown below.





Production Change Information





Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty*:

This repair is covered under the Lexus Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.





Parts Information





NOTE:
Please inspect the packing date printed on the part number label as shown. Parts with dates 3H20 (August 20, 2003) and after are the new parts.

Repair Procedure

1. Remove Center Cluster Finish Panel.

NOTE:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.





A. Using a screwdriver, remove center register opening cover.

B. Remove the 2 screws.

C. Using a screwdriver, remove center cluster finish panel.

D. With LEXUS Navigation System:

Disconnect the connectors.

2. Remove Lower Center Cluster Finish Panel.





A. Using a screwdriver, remove the lower center cluster finish panel.

B. Disconnect the connectors.

3. Remove A/C Control Assembly.





A. Remove the 4 bolts and pull out the A/C control assembly with radio assembly, then disconnect the connectors.





B. Remove the 12 screws and 2 brackets.

C. Separate the A/C control assembly and radio assembly.

4. Remove A/C Amplifier.





A. Remove the 4 screws.





B. Using a screwdriver, release the 4 claws and remove the heater control housing sub-assembly.

5. Replace Cover and Reinstall.

A. Install new heater control housing sub-assembly.

B. Reinstall all components in the reverse order of removal.