Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Regal and 2004 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the recirculation actuator.
- Connect the recirculation actuator plunger rod to the recirculation door, then extend the plunger.
- Push the vacuum actuator toward the HVAC control module case to secure the retaining tab.
- Connect the vacuum harness connector to the recirculation actuator.
- Install the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Install the right instrument panel insulator. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Right in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
IMPORTANT:
During installation, ensure that the recirculation actuator retaining tab is positioned above the mating base on the HVAC control module case.
IMPORTANT:
Verify that the vacuum actuator pushrod is not binding on the recirculation lever.