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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Remove the right instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  3. Disconnect the vacuum line from the recirculation actuator.
  4. Lift on the retaining tab in order to release the recirculation actuator and slide the actuator off of the mounting bracket.

  5. Object Number: 295315  Size: SH
  6. Disconnect the vacuum actuator plunger rod from the recirculation lever.
  7. Remove the recirculation actuator.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 295315  Size: SH
  1. Install the recirculation actuator.
  2. Connect the vacuum actuator plunger rod to the recirculation door, then extend the plunger.
  3. Important: During installation, ensure that the recirculation actuator retaining tab is positioned above the mating base on the HVAC control module case.

  4. Push the vacuum actuator toward the HVAC control module case to secure the retaining tab.
  5. Important: Verify that the vacuum actuator pushrod is not binding on the recirculation lever.

  6. Connect the vacuum harness connector to the recirculation actuator.
  7. Install the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  8. Install the right instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.