Removal

NOTE: If the evaporator is of a type with one-piece pipes between the evaporator and the lead-through in the bulkhead, the pipes must be cut before removal. After that, a new evaporator must be fitted.

1. Drain the A/C system of refrigerant.
2. Remove the glove box.
3. Remove the center console's side panel.
4. Cars with an airbag on the passenger's side: Remove the knee guard.
5. Remove the air duct on the floor.
6. Remove the air duct to the dashboard's side vent.
7. Remove the automatic transmission's control module from the bracket on the bulkhead wall and let it hang from its cables.
8. Remove the bracket.
9. Unplug the dashboard wiring. Open the cable ties and bend the cables to one side.
10. Turn down the carpet and remove the protective cover.
11. Remove the screws securing the fan control unit (cars with ACC).
12. Undo the nut securing the anti-freeze thermostat and remove the end cover on the climate control unit. The clips can be broken off to facilitate removal. The end cover can be screwed in place when refitting it.





13. Remove the screw securing the A/C pipes' PAD connection to the expansion valve. This screw is accessible from the engine bay.
14. Unplug the connector and remove the antifreeze thermostat.
15. Cut the pipes with plate shears and pull the evaporator out of the climate control unit.