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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

The LH duct and RH duct temperature sensors are located in the HVAC module just above where the floor air outlets connect to the module.

Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

   • Air bag deployment
   • Personal injury
   • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
   • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
   • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.


    Object Number: 143164  Size: SH
  1. Remove the sound insulator (driver side shown).
  2. Remove the front floor air outlet from the HVAC module.

  3. Object Number: 156090  Size: SH
  4. Turn the temperature sensor (1) 180 degrees.

  5. Object Number: 156093  Size: SH
  6. Carefully remove the temperature sensor from the air distribution module.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connection from the temperature sensor.

Installation Procedure

  1. Connect the electrical connection to the temperature sensor.

  2. Object Number: 156093  Size: SH
  3. Carefully insert the temperature sensor into the air distribution module.

  4. Object Number: 156090  Size: SH
  5. Turn the temperature sensor (1) 180 degrees.
  6. Install the front floor air outlet.

  7. Object Number: 143164  Size: SH
  8. Install the sound insulator (driver side shown).