Recirculation Actuator Replacement

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Fig 1: Identifying Recirculation Actuator

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the fuse labeled HVAC CTRL (BATT). Remove the right closeout panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Right Side . Remove the communications interface module. Refer to Communication Interface Module Replacement . Remove the OnStar module bracket. Refer to Communication Interface Module Bracket Replacement . Disconnect the recirculation actuator electrical connector.
1	Recirculation Actuator Screw NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
2	Recirculation Actuator Tip: Do not adjust any controls on the HVAC control assembly while the HVAC control assembly and actuators are calibrating. If interrupted improper HVAC performance will result. Refer to Control Module References for programming and set up information.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

Remove the fuse labeled HVAC CTRL (BATT).
Remove the right closeout panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement - Right Side .
Remove the communications interface module. Refer to Communication Interface Module Replacement .
Remove the OnStar module bracket. Refer to Communication Interface Module Bracket Replacement .
Disconnect the recirculation actuator electrical connector.

Recirculation Actuator Screw

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten: 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)

Recirculation Actuator
Tip:

Do not adjust any controls on the HVAC control assembly while the HVAC control assembly and actuators are calibrating. If interrupted improper HVAC performance will result.
Refer to Control Module References for programming and set up information.