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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 295310  Size: SH
  1. Remove the SIR bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  2. Disconnect the vacuum harness connector from the recirculation actuator.
  3. Lift to release the recirculation actuator retaining tab and begin to slide the actuator toward the outside of the vehicle.
  4. Rotate the recirculation door lever fully forward clockwise, to extend the actuator plunger, and hold in place.

  5. Object Number: 295315  Size: SH
  6. Disconnect the actuator plunger rod from the recirculation door lever and remove the actuator.
  7. Release the recirculation door lever.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 295315  Size: SH
  1. Rotate the recirculation door lever fully forward clockwise and hold in place.
  2. Connect the recirculation actuator plunger rod to the recirculation door lever, then extend the plunger.

  3. Object Number: 295310  Size: SH
  4. Inspect that the recirculation actuator pushrod is not binding on the recirculation door lever.
  5. Push the recirculation actuator toward the HVAC module case to secure the retaining tab.
  6. Release the recirculation door lever.
  7. Connect the vacuum harness connector to the recirculation actuator.
  8. Install the SIR bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.