Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedure

1. Remove the right closeout panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side .
2. Remove the left closeout panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
3. Remove the rear floor air outlet duct. Refer to Rear Floor Air Outlet Replacement .

1

Floor Air Outlet Cover Screws (Qty: 7)

Tip
Remove the heat stakes that secure the HVAC module assembly upper case to the HVAC module lower case using a small chisel.

Tighten
1.5 N·m (13 lb in)

2

Floor Air Outlet Cover

3

Heater Core Cover Screws (Qty: 7)

Tip
Remove the heat stakes that secure the HVAC module assembly upper case to the HVAC module lower case using a small chisel.

Tighten
1.5 N·m (13 lb in)

4

Heater Core Cover

5

Heater Core