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Repair Procedures: Replacement

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the crash pad center garnish.

    (Refer to Body - "CRASH PAD CENTER GARNISH ASSEMBLY ")

  3. Remove the center facial vent (A).
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  4. Disconnect the center facial vent connector (A).
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  5. After loosening the mounting screws, remove the A/C & heater controller unit (A).
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  6. Disconnect the heater controller assembly hose (A).
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  7. Disconnect the A/C & heater controller connectors (A).
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  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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    • Make sure the connector are connected in properly.
    • Replace any damaged clips.