Installing Cross Panel

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Always replace seals and foam pads that are damaged or hard.

Before re-installing the center plenum panel at the bottom, first fit the seal on the edge of the plate and spray with commercially available silicone spray (this makes it easier to push on the plenum panel wall).

Fig 1: Fitting Seal On Centre Plenum Panel At Bottom
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Fit center cover (center plenum panel wall) at the bottom.

Fig 2: Fitting Centre Plenum Panel At Bottom
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1. 2.1. Get another mechanic to help you move the center plenum panel wall at the bottom into installation position and press on the seal. Align plenum panel wall.
Installation is performed in reverse order to removal.