Mode Actuator Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the left instrument panel insulator.
2. Remove the knee bolster from the instrument panel.
3. Disconnect the vacuum lines from the mode valve vacuum actuator.
4. Cut the tie strap (1) that is on the back side of the mode valve vacuum actuator.




5. Lift to release the mode vacuum actuator retaining tab and just begin to slide the vacuum actuator toward the steering column.
6. Rotate the mode valve lever fully forward (counterclockwise) and hold in place until instructed.
7. Carefully rotate the vacuum actuator toward the front of the vehicle until the actuator is released from the mounting pins on the HVAC module case.




8. Extend the vacuum actuator below the HVAC module case mounting pins, then slide the vacuum actuator rearward in vehicle, past the pins.
9. Disconnect the vacuum actuator pushrod from the mode valve lever and remove the vacuum actuator.
10. Release the mode valve lever.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Fully extend the mode valve actuator pushrod.
2. Rotate the mode valve lever fully forward (counterclockwise) and hold in place until instructed.
3. Connect the mode vacuum actuator pushrod to the mode valve lever.




4. With the vacuum actuator below the HVAC module case mounting pins, slide the vacuum actuator forward in the vehicle, past the pins.
5. Carefully rotate the vacuum actuator toward the rear of the vehicle until the actuator slots engage onto the mounting pins on the HVAC module case.
6. Check that the vacuum actuator pushrod is not binding on the mode valve lever.
7. Push the vacuum actuator toward the HVAC module case to secure the retaining tab.
8. Release the mode valve lever.




9. Install a new tie strap (1) to the base of the mode vacuum actuator.
10. Connect the vacuum lines to the actuator.
11. Install the knee bolster.
12. Install the left instrument panel insulator.