Repair Procedures: Replacement

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CAUTION:

When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces to protect from marring the surface.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
Put on gloves to protect your hands.

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center fascia panel (A).

Fig 1: Locating Center Fascia Panel
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Disconnect the A/C & heater controller connectors (A).

Fig 2: Locating A/C & Heater Controller Connectors
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Remove the heater & A/C controller unit (A) from the center fascia panel (B) after loosening the mounting screws.

Fig 3: Locating Heater & A/C Controller Unit And Center Fascia Panel With Mounting Screws
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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- Make sure that the connectors are connected in properly.
- Replace any damaged clips.