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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2002 🢒 Safari - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console 🢒 Floor Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the instrument panel carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.

    2. Object Number: 280268 Size: SH
  2. Remove the windshield defroster duct. Refer to Defroster Air Outlet Replacement .
  3. Remove the screws that retain the air outlet duct to the instrument panel carrier.
  4. Remove the side window defroster ducts.
  5. Remove the air outlet duct from instrument panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 280268 Size: SH
  1. Install the air outlet duct to the instrument panel.
  2. Install the side window defroster ducts.

    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 that retain the floor air outlet duct to the instrument panel carrier.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  4. Install the windshield defroster duct. Refer to Defroster Air Outlet Replacement .
  5. Install the instrument panel carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.