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Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2003 🢒 DeVille 🢒 HVAC 🢒 HVAC Systems - Automatic 🢒 Air Inlet Valve Actuator Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 291175 Size: SH
  1. Remove the instrument panel retainer. Refer to Instrument Panel Retainer Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  2. Remove the DIM module from the bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Module Replacement in Body Control System.
  3. Remove the rear two DIM module bracket screws.
  4. Reposition the DIM module bracket to gain access to the recirculation actuator.

    5. Object Number: 292142 Size: SH
  5. Remove the recirculation actuator retaining screws (1).
  6. Remove the electrical connector from the recirculation actuator.

    7. Object Number: 292146 Size: SH
  7. Remove the recirculation actuator.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 292146 Size: SH
  1. Install the recirculation actuator.

    2. Object Number: 292142 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the recirculation actuator retaining screws (1).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.4 N·m (12 lb in).

  3. Install the electrical connector to the recirculation actuator.

    4. Object Number: 291175 Size: SH
  4. Position the DIM module bracket to the original position.
  5. Install the rear two DIM module bracket retaining screws.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.4 N·m (12 lb in).

  6. Install the DIM module into the bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Module Replacement in Body Control System.
  7. Install the right sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  8. Install the instrument panel retainer. Refer to Instrument Panel Retainer Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  9. Recalibrate the actuators. Refer to Actuator Recalibration .