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Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 284235  Size: SH
  1. Remove the left sound insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Twist the shift cable grommet and position the cable grommet away from the filter access cover. It may be necessary to cut the tie strap, and to slice and peel back the foam insulation in order to position the shift cable grommet out of the way, in order to access the filters.

  3. Object Number: 130716  Size: SH
  4. Remove the filter access cover (1). Push the cover down, then pull the cover out.

  5. Object Number: 292076  Size: SH
  6. Remove the tape on the first filter.
  7. Remove the first filter by pulling the filter tab.
  8. Remove the tape on the second filter.
  9. Remove the second filter by pulling the filter tab.
  10. Remove the third filter by pulling the filter tab.

Installation Procedure

Important: Lubricate the new filter guides with a spray silicon for ease in installation. Keep the filters as straight as possible during installation.


    Object Number: 292065  Size: SH
  1. Install the first filter into the HVAC module assembly.
  2. Use the tab or a long screwdriver in order to raise the filter, so that the leading edge of the filter catches on the holding rib inside the filter case.
  3. Install the second filter in the tab of the first filter.
  4. Slide the second filter into the remaining channels of the first filter.
  5. Raise the filters, so that the leading edge of the second filter catches on the holding rib inside the filter case.
  6. Install the third filter in the tab of the second filter.
  7. Slide the third filter into the remaining channels of the second filter.
  8. Fold the second filter tab down and pull the third filter tab up over the second filter.

  9. Object Number: 130716  Size: SH
  10. Install the filter access cover (1).

  11. Object Number: 284235  Size: SH
  12. Reposition the shift cable grommet. If the insulation was peeled back, secure the foam back into the original position.
  13. Install the left sound insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.