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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console 🢒 Center Air Outlet Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 95730 Size: SH
  1. Remove the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Remove the screws retaining the air distribution duct to the underside of the upper trim pad.
  3. Remove the air distribution duct.

    4. Object Number: 95737 Size: SH
  4. Remove the screws retaining the center air outlet to the underside of the trim pad.
  5. Remove the air outlet.

    6. Object Number: 183220 Size: SH
  6. Remove the hazard warning switch from the center air outlet.

    7. CAREFULLY release the switch retaining tabs from the rear of the air outlet, then pull to remove the switch. The hazard warning switch button will release from the switch.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 183220 Size: SH
  1. Install the hazard warning switch to the center air outlet.

    2. Align the switch to the rear of the air outlet, then push to secure the switch.


    Object Number: 95737 Size: SH
  2. Install the air outlet into position on the upper trim pad.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the screws retaining the center air outlet to the trim pad.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.7 N·m (15 lb in).


    Object Number: 95709 Size: SH

    Important: Align the button to the switch, then push to secure.

  4. Install the hazard warning switch button.

    5. Object Number: 95730 Size: SH
  5. Install the air distribution duct into position on the upper trim pad.

    6. Insert the duct retaining tabs into the trim pad slots.

  6. Install the screws retaining the air distribution duct to the trim pad.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.8 N·m (16 lb in).

  7. Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.