Rear Climate Control Housing: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: During the removal or installation of components, cap, tape or otherwise appropriately protect all openings and tubes/fittings to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. Remove caps, tape and other protective materials prior to installation.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Recover the refrigerant. Refer to Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation And Charging - Vehicles With: R1234Yf Refrigerant or Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging - Vehicles With: R134A Refrigerant .
Drain the cooling system. Refer to:COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, VACUUM FILLING AND BLEEDING .
Remove the RH loadspace trim panel. Refer to:LOADSPACE TRIM PANEL .
NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.

Disconnect the quick release couplings from the rear heater core. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .

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Remove the nut and position the rear thermostatic expansion valve manifold and tube assembly aside.
- Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.
  Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)
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1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolts.
  Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)
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Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the rear footwell duct.

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1. Disconnect the duct.
2. Remove the rear climate control housing.

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