Duct, Floor Distribution: Removal
Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.
On vehicles equipped with the high voltage system, disconnecting the 12-volt battery negative cable alone will not power down the 12-volt system. You must perform the 12-volt Power Down procedure before proceeding. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury. Refer to 12-VOLT POWER DOWN .
Right side shown. Left side similar.
- Remove the shifter housing trim panels to gain access to the floor ducts. Refer to COVER, INSTRUMENT PANEL, REMOVAL
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If the foam seal on a floor duct is deformed or damaged, the seal must be replaced.
- Remove the two screws (1) that secure each floor duct (2) to the HVAC housing (3) and remove the ducts, as necessary.