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Mode Door Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the trim pad instrument panel.
2. Remove the cross vehicle beam.
3. Remove the mode actuator.
4. Remove the air distribution case cover retaining screws (1).
5. Remove the air distribution case cover (2).
6. Remove and discard the air distribution case seal.




7. Remove the mode door (2).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Align the mode door assist spring to the HVAC module assembly assembly case.




1. Install the mode door (2).
2. Install a new air distribution case seal.




3. Install the air distribution case cover (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the air distributor cover retaining screws (1).

Tighten
Tighten the air distributor cover retaining screws to 1.5 N.m (13 lb in).

5. Install the mode actuator.
6. Install the cross vehicle beam.
7. Install the trim pad instrument panel.
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