Housing-Air Distribution
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
LHD model shown in illustration. RHD model similar.
- Position the air distribution housing (8) onto the top of the HVAC housing (5) and engage the two plastic retaining tabs (2) that secure the front of the distribution housing to the HVAC housing.
- Engage the plastic retaining tab (1) that secures the front driver side of the air distribution housing to the HVAC housing. Make sure the passenger side floor ducts are properly connected to each other.
- Install the three metal retaining clips (7) and three screws (6) that secure the air distribution housing to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screws to 1.2 N.m (10 in. lbs.).NOTE: If the foam seal for the heater core tube flange is deformed or damaged, it must be replaced.
- Install the screw (4) that secures the heater core tube flange (3) to the top of the HVAC housing. Tighten the screw to 1.2 N.m (10 in. lbs.).NOTE: If the heater core is being replaced, flush the cooling system. Refer to Cooling - Standard Procedure .
- Install the HVAC housing assembly. See Heating and Air Conditioning/Distribution/HOUSING, HVAC - Installation .