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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998METRO L4-079 1.3L VIN 2 MFIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCONTROL ASSEMBLYSERVICE AND REPAIRCONTROL ASSEMBLY, HVACHEATING SYSTEM
1998 Chevrolet Metro L4-079 1.3L VIN 2 MFI
Heating System
1998 Chevrolet Metro L4-079 1.3L VIN 2 MFISECTION Heating System
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the center console trim bezel.
2. Remove the radio.
3. Grasp firmly on the heater control unit lever knobs in order to pull the knobs out.
4. Remove the 1 screw and the right-side instrument panel (IP) cluster lower cover.
5. Gently pry out the heater face plate.
6. Remove the face plate illumination lamp socket.
7. Remove the following cables at the heater case and the blower case:
^ The temperature control cable (6).
^ The mode control cable (2).
^ The refresh/recirc control cable (3).
8. Remove the 2 screws from the heater control unit.
9. Disconnect the blower switch electrical connector.
10. Remove the heater control unit from the IP through the radio opening.
11. Remove the blower switch from the heater control unit (if necessary).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the blower switch to the heater control unit (if necessary).
2. Install the heater control unit (5) to the P.
3. Connect the blower motor electrical connector.
4. Install the heater control unit (5). Secure the unit with the 2 screws.
5. Install the following cables:
^ The temperature control cable (6).
^ The mode control cable (2).
^ The refresh/recirc control cable (3).
6. Install the illumination lamp socket to the heater face plate.
7. Install the IP cluster lower cover. Secure the cover with 1 screw.
8. Install the heater control unit lever knobs.
9. Install the radio.
10. Install the center console trim bezel.
11. Adjust the temperature, the mode, and the fresh/recirc control cables.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.