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Recirculation Door Replacement Visteon

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the HVAC module assembly. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement .
  2. Remove the wiring harness from the recirculation housing (1).
  3. Remove the screws from the upper recirculation housing (1).

  4. Object Number: 826727  Size: SH
  5. Remove the upper recirculation housing (1) from the HVAC module assembly  (2).
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the recirculation actuator (1).
  7. Remove the screws from the recirculation actuator (1).

  8. Object Number: 826725  Size: SH
  9. Remove the recirculation actuator (1) from the recirculation housing (2).

  10. Object Number: 826726  Size: SH
  11. Remove the recirculation door (1) from the recirculation housing (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 826726  Size: SH
  1. Install the recirculation door (1) to the recirculation housing (2).

  2. Object Number: 826725  Size: SH
  3. Install the recirculation actuator (1) to the recirculation housing (2).
  4. 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.

  5. Install the screws to the recirculation actuator (1).
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  7. Connect the electrical connection to the recirculation actuator (1).

  8. Object Number: 826727  Size: SH
  9. Install the upper recirculation housing (1) to the HVAC module assembly (2).
  10. Install the screws to the upper recirculation housing (1).
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  12. Install the wiring harness to the recirculation housing (1).
  13. Install the HVAC module assembly. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement .

Recirculation Door Replacement Delphi

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the HVAC module assembly. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 372310  Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the recirculation actuator electrical connection (1).

  4. Object Number: 363769  Size: SH
  5. Remove the recirculation actuator mounting screws.

  6. Object Number: 391381  Size: SH
  7. Remove the recirculation actuator.
  8. Remove the recirculation door.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 391381  Size: SH
  1. Install the recirculation door.
  2. Install the recirculation actuator.

  3. Object Number: 363769  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 recirculation actuator mounting screws.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).


    Object Number: 372310  Size: SH
  6. Connect the recirculation actuator electrical connection (1).
  7. Install the HVAC module assembly. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement .

Recirculation Door Replacement Heat Only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the heater/vent module. Refer to Heater/Vent Module Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 372310  Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the recirculation actuator electrical connection (1).

  4. Object Number: 363769  Size: SH
  5. Remove the recirculation actuator mounting screws.

  6. Object Number: 391381  Size: SH
  7. Remove the recirculation actuator.
  8. Remove the recirculation door.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 391381  Size: SH
  1. Install the recirculation door.
  2. Install the recirculation actuator.

  3. Object Number: 363769  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 recirculation actuator mounting screws.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).


    Object Number: 372310  Size: SH
  6. Connect the recirculation actuator electrical connection (1).
  7. Install the heater/vent module. Refer to Heater/Vent Module Replacement .