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Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1548556  Size: SH
  1. Remove the drive side knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster, Insulator, Molding Replacement - Instrument Panel in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  2. Locate the defrost actuator (1).
  3. Disconnect the defrost actuator electrical connector (2).

  4. Object Number: 1548540  Size: SH
  5. Remove the defrost actuator bolts/screws (4).
  6. Remove the defrost actuator (3).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1548540  Size: SH
  1. Install the defrost actuator (3).
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the defrost actuator bolts/screws (4).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.2 N·m (11 lb in).


    Object Number: 1548556  Size: SH
  5. Connect the defrost actuator electrical connector (2).
  6. Install the driver side knee bolster. Refer to Knee Bolster, Insulator, Molding Replacement - Instrument Panel in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  7. Re-calibrate the actuators. Refer to Actuator Recalibration .