Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn Ion Red Line, 2005 Saturn Ion 3, 2005 Saturn Ion 2, and 2005 Saturn Ion 1. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Do not bend the mode cable.

Install the mode cable. Make certain that the cable is properly seated in the notch in the HVAC module.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the mode cable screw.
Tighten: Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

Fig 1: View Of Mode Cable

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Install the HVAC control assembly.
Install the HVAC control assembly screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of HVAC Control Assembly

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IMPORTANT: Do not bend the mode and temperature cables.

Connect the mode and temperature cables to the HVAC control assembly.

Fig 3: View Of HVAC Control Assembly Mode & Temperature Cables

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Connect the HVAC control assembly electrical connectors.

Fig 4: View Of HVAC Control Assembly Electrical Connectors

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Place the radio in the vehicle and connect the radio electrical connectors.

Fig 5: View Of Radio Electrical Connectors

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Push the radio into position.
Install the radio screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

Fig 6: View Of Radio

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Connect the accessory trim plate electrical connector(s).

Fig 7: View Of Accessory Trim Plate Electrical Connectors

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Align the retaining fasteners with the instrument panel (I/P).
Push on the outer edge of the accessory trim plate in order to secure the retaining fasteners.

Fig 8: Instrument Panel Bezel/Trim Plate

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