Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
Manuals through 2025 now available!

Our trusted friends have launched a new website named LEMON, which has newer manuals. It also contains all the CHARM manuals.

LEMON is the spiritual successor to CHARM, I recommend you try it!

Link: lemon-manuals.la or lemon-manuals.org.ua

(Some people have issue connecting. LEMON is investigating. For now, use Firefox or change your DNS server)

Or, hide this message: temporarily or permanently

Air Register: Service and Repair

Dashboard Side Vent Removal/Installation

NOTE:
- Take care not to scratch the driver's panel or middle panel.
- The driver's side vent is shown, the passenger's side vent is similar.




1. Remove the dashboard side vent (A).
1. Wrap a flat-tip screwdriver with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts to prevent damage.
2. Carefully insert a flat-tip screwdriver next to the upper pivot portion (B).
3. Gently pry out on the side vent to release the upper pivot portion.
4. Release the bottom pivot portion (C).
5. If necessary, remove the bottom pivot bushing (D).

2. Reinstall the side vent onto the bottom pivot portion first, then reinstall it onto the upper pivot portion. Make sure that both pivot portions are installed securely.