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Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 LeSabre 🢒 HVAC 🢒 HVAC Systems - Automatic 🢒 Temperature Valve Actuator Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 292138 Size: SH
  1. Remove the left side sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Remove the knee bolster . Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  3. Remove the Instrument Panel Module (IPM). Refer to Instrument Panel Module Replacement in Body Control System.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the air temperature actuator.
  5. Remove the air temperature actuator retaining screws (1).

    6. Object Number: 292133 Size: SH
  6. Remove the air temperature actuator.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 292133 Size: SH
  1. Install the air temperature actuator.

    2. Object Number: 292138 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 driver air mix retaining screws (1).

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

  3. Connect the electrical connector to the air temperature actuator.
  4. Install the IPM. Refer to Instrument Panel Module Replacement in Body Control System.
  5. Install the knee bolster . Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  6. Install the left side sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  7. Recalibrate the actuator. Refer to Actuator Recalibration .