Air Temperature Door Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




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




8. Remove the HVAC module seal (2).




9. Remove the temperature door.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. install the temperature door.




2. Install the new case seal to the HVAC module case.
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 upper mounting screws.

Tighten
Tighten the 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 screws to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in).

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