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.

WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before performing the following operation Warning and Caution . Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.

NOTE: LHD model with A/C shown in illustrations. RHD and heater-only models similar.





1. Remove the HVAC housing assembly and place it on a workbench HVAC Housing - Removal.
2. Remove the air distribution housing from the HVAC housing HVAC Housing - Removal.
3. Remove the A/C expansion valve from the A/C evaporator A/C Expansion Valve - Removal.

NOTE: If the foam seal for the flange is deformed or damaged, it must be replaced.

4. Remove the foam seal (2) from the flange (3) located on the top of the HVAC housing (4).
5. Remove the four screws (1) that secure the flange to the HVAC housing and remove the flange.






NOTE: If the foam insulator for the evaporator is deformed or damaged, it must be replaced.

6. Carefully remove the A/C evaporator (1) and its insulator (2) from the HVAC housing (3).