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Defroster Door Replacement




Defroster Door Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the HVAC module. Refer to Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and Installation (Non-HP2) Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and InstallationAir Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and Installation (HP2) Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and Installation.
2. If equipped remove the heat stakes (1) from the HVAC module (2) with a screwdriver and a hammer.




3. If equipped remove the HVAC module assembly screws.
4. Separate the HVAC module assembly.
5. Remove the mode actuator screws.
6. Remove the mode actuator.
7. Remove the mode actuator cam assembly.
8. Remove the defroster door (8).

Installation Procedure

Note: Do not remove rearward Overhanging foam from center defrost outlet.




1. Install the defroster door (8).
2. Install the mode actuator cam assembly.
3. Install the mode actuator.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

4. Install the mode actuator screws and tighten to 1.6 Nm (14 lb in).
5. Install the HVAC module assembly halves.

Note: For every heat stake removed ensure that you install a screw.

6. Install the screws to the HVAC module assembly and tighten to 1.6 Nm (14 lb in).
7. Install the HVAC module. Refer to Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and Installation (Non-HP2) Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and InstallationAir Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and Installation (HP2) Air Conditioning and Heater Module Assembly Removal and Installation.

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