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Recirculation Actuator Replacement

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Fig 1: Identifying Recirculation Actuator
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Callout Component Name
CAUTION: In order to avoid actuator damage, DO NOT apply power to the actuator when it is not installed in the HVAC module.

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the instrument panel insulator - right side. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side (Acadia) or Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side (Enclave) or Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side (OUTLOOK) or Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side (Traverse) .
  2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement (Acadia) or Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement (Enclave) or Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement (OUTLOOK) or Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement (Traverse) .
1 Recirculation Actuator Screw (Qty: 3)
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  2 N.m (18 lb in)
2 Recirculation Actuator

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  2. Re-calibrate the air recirculation actuator. Refer to Actuator Recalibration .
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