FixVault

Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Vacuum Actuator & Recirculation Actuator
    GM295315Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Rotate the recirculation door lever fully forward/clockwise and hold in place.
  2. Connect the recirculation actuator to the recirculation door lever, then extend the plunger.
  3. Fig 2: Recirculation Actuator & Vacuum Harness Connector
    GM295310Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: During installation, ensure that the recirculation actuator retaining tab is positioned ABOVE the mating base on the HVAC module case.
  4. Inspect that the actuator pushrod is not binding on the recirculation door lever.
  5. Push the actuator toward the HVAC module case to secure the retaining tab.
  6. Release the recirculation door lever.
  7. Connect the vacuum harness connector to the recirculation actuator.
  8. Install the SIR bracket. Refer to Bracket Replacement - SIR in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  9. Recalibrate the actuators. Refer to Re-Calibrating Actuators .