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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, Gages 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 recirculation actuator toward the outside of the vehicle.
  4. Rotate the recirculation door lever fully forward/clockwise, to extend the actuator plunger.

  5. Object Number: 295315  Size: SH
  6. Disconnect the recirculation actuator from the recirculation door lever and remove the vacuum 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 to the recirculation door lever, then extend the plunger.

  3. Object Number: 295310  Size: SH

    Important: During installation, ensure that the recirculation actuator retaining tab is positioned ABOVE the mating base on the HVAC module case.

  4. Inspect that the actuator pushrod is not binding on the recirculation door lever.
  5. Push the 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, Gages and Console.
  9. Recalibrate the actuators. Refer to Actuator Recalibration .