Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 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. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the wiper motor module assembly. Refer to Wiper Motor Module Replacement in Body and Accessories.
- Set the HVAC controls in the vent setting to close the defroster door.
- Remove the blower motor. Refer to Blower Motor Replacement .
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the blower motor resistor.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the evaporator temperature sensor.
- Disconnect all of the HVAC electrical actuator connectors.
- Remove the I/P carrier. Refer to Instrument Panel (I/P) Carrier Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Remove the evaporator outlet tube nut.
- Disconnect the evaporator outlet and inlet tubes from the TXV.
- Disconnect the heater inlet hose from the heater core. Refer to Heater Hose Replacement - Inlet (LA1) or Heater Hose Replacement - Inlet (LY7) .
- Disconnect the heater outlet hose from the heater core. Refer to Heater Hose Replacement - Outlet (LA1) or Heater Hose Replacement - Outlet (LY7) .
- Remove the HVAC module to dash panel sound barrier nuts.
- Remove the HVAC module assembly from the cowl.
IMPORTANT:
The defroster door must be closed to allow clearance during defroster duct removal.