Ceiling Distribution Duct - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.





1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the right D-pillar trim panel D-Pillar Trim Panel - Removal.
3. Remove right quarter trim panel Quarter Trim Panel - Removal.
4. Remove the two bolts (2) that secure the upper seat belt bracket (1) to the right D-pillar (3) and remove the bracket.
5. Remove the two bolts (4) that secure the right seat belt retractor (5) to the right D-pillar and remove the retractor.





6. Remove the two retainers (4 and 5) that secure the rear ceiling distribution duct (3) to the right D-pillar (2).
7. Lift the rear ceiling distribution duct upward and disengage it from the rear heater-A/C housing (1).

CAUTION: Use care when removing the rear ceiling distribution duct from the heater-A/C housing to prevent damage to the molded plastic support brace located on the top of the housing outlet. Failure to follow this caution could result in part of, or all of the support brace falling into the rear housing, which may interfere with rear mode door operation.

8. Pull the bottom end of the rear ceiling distribution duct away from the rear heater-A/C housing and remove the duct.