Housing-Air Distribution
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NOTE:
LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.
- Position the air distribution housing (2) onto the rear of the HVAC housing (4).
- Install the two metal retaining clips (3) that secure the bottom of the air distribution housing to the HVAC housing.
- Install the seven screws (1) that secure the air distribution housing to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screws to 1.2 N.m (10 in. lbs.).
- Carefully install the heater core (4) into the side of the air distribution housing (3).
- On RHD models, install the air distribution housing onto the HVAC housing (5). Refer to HOUSING, HVAC, INSTALLATION .
- Install the flange (2) that secures the heater core tubes to the front of the HVAC housing.
- Install the screw (6) that secures the flange to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screw to 1.2 N.m (10 in. lbs.).NOTE:
If the foam seal for the flange is deformed or damaged, it must be replaced.
- Install the foam seal (1) onto the flange.
- Install all of the floor distribution ducts onto the air distribution housing. Refer to DUCT, FLOOR DISTRIBUTION, FRONT, INSTALLATION and DUCT, FLOOR DISTRIBUTION, REAR, INSTALLATION .NOTE:
If the heater core is being replaced, flush the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Install the HVAC housing assembly. Refer to HOUSING, HVAC, INSTALLATION .