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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1255884  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) storage compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement.
  3. Remove the footwell upper cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector at the resistor.
  5. Remove the mount screws from the resistor.
  6. Remove the resistor from the heater/air distributor case by gently pulling the resistor downward.

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1255884  Size: SH
  1. Install the new resistor into the heater/air distributor case with the screws and tighten to 6 N·m (53 lb in).
  2. Connect the electrical connector at the resistor.
  3. Connect the negative battery cable.
  4. Confirm the proper performance of the blower.
  5. Replace the footwell upper cover. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement.
  6. Replace the I/P storage compartment. Refer to Instrument Panel Storage Compartment Replacement.