Installation 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.
- Install the air temperature door.
- Align and install the upper module case to the lower module case.
- Install the lower HVAC module screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 0.9 N.m (8 lb in).
- Install the lower HVAC module retaining screw.
- Install the heater core.
- Install the heater core pipe retaining screw.
Tighten: Tighten the screw to 0.9 N.m (8 lb in).
- Install the heater core cover.
- Install the heater core cover screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 0.9 N.m (8 lb in).
- Install the heater outlet duct.
- Install the heater outlet duct screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 0.9 N.m (8 lb in).
- Install the HVAC module upper retaining screw.
Tighten: Tighten the screw to 0.9 N.m (8 lb in).
- Install the right HVAC module mounting bracket.
- Install the right HVAC module mounting bracket screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screw to 1.8 N.m (16 lb in).
- Install the HVAC module assembly to dash panel sound barrier seal.
- Install the air inlet housing.
- Install the air inlet housing screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 0.9 N.m (8 lb in).
- Install the temperature door lever (1) to the temperature door.
- Connect the temperature door lever spring (2) to the temperature door lever (1) and HVAC module case.
- Install the temperature door lever bolt (3) to the HVAC module case.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 0.9 N.m (8 lb in).
- Install the HVAC module assembly. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement .
IMPORTANT:
Align the evaporator temperature sensor wires with the opening in the upper HVAC module case. Improper alignment will pinch and/or cut the sensor wires.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
Align the pin on the air temperature actuator with the slot in the temperature door lever.