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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the knee bolster from the instrument panel (I/P). Refer to Knee Bolster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Disconnect the mode actuator electrical connector.
  3. IMPORTANT: Count the number of threads showing from the tip of the mode actuator push rod to the end of the retainer clip.
    Fig 1: Identifying Mode Actuator Push Rod Retainer Clip
    GM828359Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Open the mode actuator push rod retainer clip (1) with a small flat-bladed screwdriver.
  5. Disconnect the mode actuator push rod (2) from the retainer clip (1).
  6. IMPORTANT: Disconnect the I/P wiring harness clip from the I/P support bracket to help access the mode actuator screws.
  7. Disconnect the I/P wiring harness clip from the I/P support bracket.
  8. Fig 2: Locating Mode Actuator Mounting Screws
    GM651491Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the mode actuator mounting screws.
  10. Remove the mode door actuator.