Duct, Floor Distribution: Removal
WARNING:
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. 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 possible serious or fatal injury.
NOTE:
Driver side shown in illustration, passenger side typical.
- Remove the front and rear floor carpet. Refer to CARPET, FLOOR, REMOVAL
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- Using a small flathead screwdriver or equivalent, disengage the retaining tabs securing the floor duct (1) at the HVAC housing.
- Detach/remove the floor duct retainer from the stud in the floorpan.
- Remove the floor duct (1).