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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2001 🢒 Safari - 2WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Air Distributor Duct Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the IP assembly. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.

    2. Object Number: 280266 Size: SH
  2. Remove the left floor air outlet. Refer to Floor Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side .

    3. Object Number: 499372 Size: SH
  3. Remove the retaining screw at the IP assembly on the left side of the duct.
  4. Remove the retaining clips from the air distributor assembly.
  5. Remove the duct from the IP vent extensions.
  6. Remove the air distributor duct from the IP.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 499372 Size: SH
  1. Install the air distributor duct to the IP.
  2. Install the air distributor duct to the IP vent extensions.
  3. Install the retaining clips to the air distributor assembly.

    4. Object Number: 280266 Size: SH

    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.

  4. Install the retaining screws to the IP carrier on the left side of the duct.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to the IP carrier on the left side of the duct to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  5. Install the left floor air outlet. Refer to Floor Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side .
  6. Install the IP carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.