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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Corvette 🢒 HVAC 🢒 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning 🢒 Air Temperature Door Replacement - Right Side

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the HVAC module. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement .
  2. Remove the temperature actuator screws.
  3. Remove the temperature actuator.
  4. Remove the air inlet housing retaining screws.
  5. Remove the air inlet housing.
  6. Remove the HVAC module upper mounting screws.

    7. Object Number: 295357 Size: SH
  7. Release the retaining tab (1) securing the HVAC module halves.
  8. Separate the upper and lower module halves.

    9. Object Number: 296249 Size: SH
  9. Remove the HVAC module seal (2).
  10. Remove the right temperature door.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the right temperature door.

    2. Object Number: 296253 Size: SH
  2. Install the new case seal (2) to the HVAC module case.

    3. Start to install the lower case seal (2) to the lower case from the position shown (1).

  3. Wet the upper evaporator core seal with water.

    4. Important: Inspect the condition of the retaining tab on the upper module case prior to installing the lower module case. If the retaining tab is broken or damaged, install an external retaining clip (P/N 52458793, or equivalent).


    Object Number: 295357 Size: SH
  4. Align and install the upper module case to the lower module case.

    5. Align and secure the retaining tab (1).

    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.

  5. Install the HVAC module upper mounting screws.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.6 N·m (14 lb in).

  6. Install the air inlet housing.
  7. Install the air inlet housing retaining screws.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.6 N·m (14 lb in).

  8. Install the temperature actuator.
  9. Install the temperature actuator screws.

    10. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).

  10. Install the HVAC module. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement .