Defroster Ducts - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury or death.

NOTE: Take the proper precautions to protect the front face of the instrument panel from cosmetic damage while performing this procedure.





NOTE: LHD Chrysler model shown. Dodge and RHD models similar.

1. Remove the instrument panel and place it on a workbench Instrument Panel - Removal.
2. Remove the left and right instrument panel air outlets Air Outlets - Removal.
3. Remove the outer instrument panel ducts Instrument Panel Ducts - Removal.
4. Remove the instrument panel top pad Instrument Panel Pad - Removal.
5. Remove the demister ducts Instrument Panel Demister Ducts - Removal.
6. Remove the three screws (3) that secure the defroster duct (1) to the instrument panel top cover (2).
7. Slide the defroster duct forward to disengage it from the instrument panel top cover and remove the duct.