Auxiliary HVAC Module Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Auxiliary HVAC Module & Bolts

Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.

CALLOUT COMPONENT NAME TABLE

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Drain the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (LY7 GE 47716 FILL) and DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (LY7 STATIC FILL) . Recover the refrigerant. Refer to REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGING . Remove the left rear upper garnish molding. Refer to LOCK PILLAR UPPER GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT (LEFT SIDE) and LOCK PILLAR UPPER GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT (RIGHT SIDE) . Remove the air ducts from the HVAC module. Refer to AUXILIARY AIR DISTRIBUTOR LOWER DUCT REPLACEMENT and AUXILIARY AIR DISTRIBUTOR DUCT REPLACEMENT - UPPER . Disconnect the wiring connections. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE . Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE . Remove the left inner wheelhouse liner. Refer to REAR WHEELHOUSE LINER PANEL REPLACEMENT . Remove the rubber exhaust hangers to gain access to the A/C and the 3 heater pipes. Disconnect the A/C and the heater pipes from the underside of the HVAC module. Lower the vehicle.
1	Auxiliary HVAC Module Bolts (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE . Tightening torque 8 N.m (71 lb in)
2	Auxiliary HVAC Module Remove and discard the sealing washer. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE . Ensure the module seal is in good condition upon installation.