Condensation Water Drain, Checking

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-- Remove the footwell trim panel on the front passenger side. Refer to STORAGE COMPARTMENTS, COVERS AND TRIM .

Condensation water drain hose -1- must be able to be connected to the connection of heating and A/C unit -2- without pre-tension.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Evaporator Water Drain Hose And Valve
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The condensation water hose must not be constricted in its cross section through the insulation mat.

-- Rework the insulation mat, if necessary.

The condensation water hose must sit securely on the connection on the heating and A/C unit.

-- The valve is located in the lower right of the engine compartment below the plenum chamber bulkhead.

NOTE:

For the purpose of a better illustration, the valve -1- is shown with subframe removed.

Fig 2: Identifying Drive Assembly Valve

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The condensation drainage valve may not be bonded by wax or underbody protection, it must close correctly.

-- Raise the vehicle and check the valve -1- from underneath.