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Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) Module

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Removal

1. Remove the FCIM (Front Controls Interface Module). REFER to Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM) .

2. Position aside the weather-strip and remove the LH (Left Hand) instrument panel trim bezel.

3. Remove the steering column cover trim panel screw, disconnect the electrical connector and remove steering column cover trim panel.

4. Remove the LH (Left Hand) floor console side trim panel retainer and remove the LH (Left Hand) floor console side trim panel.

5. Position aside the selector lever bezel, disconnect the electrical connector.

6. Remove selector lever trim panel screws and position aside the selector lever trim panel.

7. Position aside the parking brake bezel, remove the retainer and remove the parking brake trim panel.

8. Remove the 3 lower finish panel screws, disconnect the 2 HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) electrical connectors remove the lower finish panel. Remove the 4 HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) module screws and remove the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) module.

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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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.