Removal and Installation

Remove the instrument panel center finish panel. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL .

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Temperature Control Switch Knob
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Remove the temperature control switch knob.

Fig 2: Depressing Tabs & Removing Temperature Blend Door Control Cable
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Depress the three tabs and remove the temperature blend door control cable.

Fig 3: Removing Temperature Control Switch
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Remove the temperature control switch.
1. Remove the screw.
2. Depress the tab and rotate the temperature control switch counterclockwise.
  
  Fig 4: Aligning Locking Tab With Notch
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NOTE:
- Rotate the gear to align the locking tab with the notch in the gear before installing.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.