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Windshield Defroster Duct Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

Windshield Defroster Duct Replacement: Removal Procedure:




1. Remove the I/P upper trim pad.
2. Remove the DRL and sunload temperature sensor wire retainers from the windshield defroster duct, if equipped.
3. Remove the windshield defroster duct retaining screws.
4. Release the windshield defroster duct from the LH and RH side window lower defogger outlet ducts.

Lift the windshield defroster duct slightly, then use a twisting motion to release from the side window lower defogger ducts.
5. Remove the defroster duct.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Windshield Defroster Duct Replacement: Installation Procedure:




1. Use a twisting motion to secure the windshield defroster duct to the LH and RH side window lower defogger outlet ducts.
2. Lower the windshield defroster duct into position and align the duct with the opening of the HVAC module and the I/P upper support beam.
3. Install the windshield defroster duct LH retaining screw first (net location), then install the RH retaining screw.

Tighten
Tighten the windshield defroster duct retaining screws to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

4. Install the DRL and sunload temperature sensor wire retainers to the windshield defroster duct, if equipped.
5. Install the I/P upper trim pad.