HVAC Module Assembly: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Aztek and 2002 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. See RECOVERY, EVACUATION & RECHARGING in GENERAL SERVICING PROCEDURES article in GENERAL SERVICING. Drain the cooling system. Remove the wiper motor module assembly.
- Set the HVAC controls in the vent setting to close the defroster door. Remove the blower motor. See BLOWER MOTOR . Disconnect the electrical connector from the blower motor resistor. See Figure .
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the evaporator temperature sensor. See Fig 1 . Disconnect all of the HVAC electrical actuator connectors. Remove the I/P carrier.
- Remove the evaporator outlet tube nut. See Figure . Disconnect the evaporator outlet and inlet tubes from the TXV. Disconnect the heater inlet hose from the heater core. See HEATER PIPE-INLET . Disconnect the heater outlet hose from the heater core.
- Remove the HVAC module to dash panel sound barrier nuts. See Figure . Remove the HVAC module assembly from the cowl.
NOTE:
The defroster door must be closed to allow clearance during defroster duct removal.