Removal Procedure
- Remove the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
- Remove the instrument panel cluster (IPC) to steering column bracket retaining screws.
- Reposition the IPC to better access the inside air temperature sensor duct.
- Remove the inside air temperature sensor aspirator duct.
- Remove the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
- Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder electrical connector from the retaining tab on the side of the ignition switch.
- Disconnect the lock cylinder electrical connector.
- Remove the ignition switch bezel.
- Remove the hazard warning switch wiring harness from the ignition switch retainer.
- Remove the ignition switch retaining bolts.
- Reposition the ignition switch downward.
- Disconnect both of the vacuum harness connectors from the mode vacuum actuator.
- Cut and remove the adjustable plastic tie strap (1) from the base of the mode vacuum actuator.
- Lift to release the mode vacuum actuator retaining tab and just begin to slide the vacuum actuator toward the steering column bracket.
- Rotate the mode valve lever fully forward (counterclockwise) and hold in place until instructed.
- Carefully rotate the vacuum actuator toward the front of the vehicle until the actuator is released from the mounting pins on the HVAC module case.
- Extend the vacuum actuator below the HVAC module case mounting pins, then slide the vacuum actuator rearward in vehicle, past the pins.
- Position the pod of the vacuum actuator between the steering column bracket and the ignition switch housing bracket.
- Disconnect the vacuum actuator pushrod from the mode valve lever and remove the vacuum actuator.
- Release the mode valve lever.
| 4.1. | Depress the duct retaining tab and remove the duct from the ignition switch housing bracket. |
| 4.2. | Use a twisting motion to release the duct from the duct muffler. |
Important: Take note of how the ignition switch lock cylinder wire is wrapped around the base of the ignition switch bezel.
Carefully pull to unsnap.
Take note of which vacuum hose attaches to which side of the actuator.
Installation Procedure
- Fully extend the mode vacuum actuator pushrod.
- Rotate the mode valve lever fully forward (counterclockwise) and hold in place until instructed.
- Connect the mode vacuum actuator pushrod to the mode valve lever.
- Position the pod of the mode vacuum actuator between the steering column bracket and the ignition switch housing bracket.
- With the vacuum actuator below the HVAC module case mounting pins, slide the vacuum actuator forward in vehicle, past the pins.
- Carefully rotate the vacuum actuator toward the rear of the vehicle until the actuator slots engage onto the mounting pins on the HVAC module case.
- Check that the vacuum actuator pushrod is not binding on the mode valve lever.
- Push the vacuum actuator toward the HVAC module case to secure the retaining tab.
- Release the mode valve lever.
- Install a new adjustable plastic tie strap (1) to the base of the mode vacuum actuator.
- Connect both of the vacuum harness connectors to the mode vacuum actuator.
- Position the ignition switch to the ignition switch housing bracket.
- Install the ignition switch retaining bolts.
- Install the hazard warning switch wiring harness to the ignition switch retainer.
- Install the ignition switch bezel to the switch.
- Connect the lock cylinder electrical connector.
- Install the lock cylinder electrical connector to the retaining tab on the side of the ignition switch.
- Install the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
- Install the inside air temperature sensor aspirator duct.
- Install the instrument panel cluster (IPC) into position.
- Install the IPC to steering column bracket retaining screws.
- Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
After the strap is secure, cut off any excess length.
The brown vacuum hose connects to the upper side of the actuator, the blue vacuum hose connects to the lower side of the actuator.
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.
Tighten
Tighten the ignition switch retaining bolts to 5.5 N·m
(49 lb in).
| 15.1. | Wrap the ignition switch lock cylinder wire around the base of the ignition switch bezel, as noted during removal. |
| 15.2. | Align the bezel slots to the lock cylinder pins, then push to secure. |
| 19.1. | Use a twisting motion to secure the duct to the duct muffler. |
| 19.2. | Install the duct retaining tab to the ignition switch housing bracket. |
Tighten
Tighten the IPC to steering column bracket retaining screws to 3.5 N·m
(31 lb in).
