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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the recirculation actuator.
  2. Connect the recirculation actuator plunger rod to the recirculation door, then extend the plunger.
    IMPORTANT: During installation, ensure that the recirculation actuator retaining tab is positioned above the mating base on the HVAC control module case.
  3. Push the vacuum actuator toward the HVAC control module case to secure the retaining tab.
    IMPORTANT: Verify that the vacuum actuator pushrod is not binding on the recirculation lever.
  4. Connect the vacuum harness connector to the recirculation actuator.
  5. Install the instrument panel compartment. Refer to COMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  6. Install the right instrument panel insulator. Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - RIGHT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
    Fig 1: Installing Recirculation Actuator
    G01569022Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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