Air Distribution Housing Installation

HOUSING-AIR DISTRIBUTION

NOTE: LHD model with A/C shown in illustrations. RHD and heater-only models similar.






NOTE: Illustration shown with heater core and tubes removed from view for clarity.

1. Position the air distribution housing (2) onto the rear of the HVAC housing (4).
2. Install the two metal retaining clips (3) that secure the bottom of the air distribution housing to the HVAC housing.
3. Install the seven screws (1) that secure the air distribution housing to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screws to 1.2 Nm (10 in. lbs.).





4. Carefully install the heater core (6) into the left side of the air distribution housing (5).
5. On RHD models, install the air distribution housing onto the HVAC housing (9) HVAC Housing - Installation.
6. Install the retaining bracket (4) and screw (3) that secure the heater core tubes (8). Tighten the screw to 1.2 Nm (10 in. lbs.)
7. Install the flange (2) that secures the heater core tubes to the front of the HVAC housing.
8. Install the screw (10) that secures the flange to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screw to 1.2 Nm (10 in. lbs.).

NOTE: If the foam seal for the flange is deformed or damaged, it must be replaced.

9. Install the foam seal (1) onto the flange.
10. Install all of the floor distribution ducts onto the air distribution housing Floor Distribution Duct - Installation.

NOTE: If the heater core is being replaced, flush the cooling system Service and Repair .

11. Install the HVAC housing assembly HVAC Housing - Installation.