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Removal Procedure

Left Side

  1. Remove the instrument panel (IP) bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  2. Remove the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 362995  Size: SH
  4. Remove the air outlet housing from the IP carrier.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connections as necessary.
  6. Remove the air outlet housing.
  7. Remove the air outlet from the housing assembly.
  8. Transfer the switch assemblies as necessary.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the air outlet to the housing assembly.
  2. Connect the electrical connections as necessary.

  3. Object Number: 362995  Size: SH
  4. Push the air outlet housing into the IP carrier until the outlet housing snaps into place .
  5. Install the knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement .
  6. Install the IP bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

Removal Procedure

Center

  1. Remove the instrument panel (IP) bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

  2. Object Number: 362997  Size: SH
  3. Remove the air outlet mounting screw.
  4. Remove the air outlet.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 362997  Size: SH
  1. Install the air outlet.
  2. 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.

  3. Install the air outlet mounting screw.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 1.6 N·m (14 lb in).

  5. Install the IP bezel. Refer to Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Bezel Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

Removal Procedure

Right Center


    Object Number: 373045  Size: SH
  1. Firmly pull the air outlet to the left in order to release the outlet from the instrument panel.

  2. Object Number: 362992  Size: SH
  3. Remove the air outlet.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 362992  Size: SH
  1. Install the air outlet.
  2. Push the air outlet into the instrument panel until the outlet snaps into place.

Removal Procedure

Right Side


    Object Number: 373043  Size: SH
  1. Firmly pull the air outlet to the left in order to release the outlet from the instrument panel

  2. Object Number: 362992  Size: SH
  3. Remove the air outlet.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 362992  Size: SH
  1. Install the air outlet.
  2. Push the outlet into the instrument panel until the outlet snaps into place.