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Control Panel

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Fig. 1: Using a suitable prytool, release the shifter trim plate retaining tabs . . .

Fig. 2: . . . then remove the shifter trim plate (automatic transaxles only) — 1994–98 Galant shown

Fig. 3: Remove the two center trim panel retaining screws . . .

Fig. 4: . . . then remove the center trim panel from the vehicle

Fig. 5: Remove the radio retaining screws (two per side) . . .

Fig. 6: . . . then slide the radio chassis and bracket out of the instrument panel

Fig. 7: Pull the radio far enough out to access the electrical connectors . . .

Fig. 8: . . . then detach the connectors from the rear of the radio

Fig. 9: Finally, detach the antenna cable and remove the radio from the vehicle

Fig. 10: Remove the heater control panel retaining screws

Fig. 11: Remove the control cable from the selector knob

Fig. 12: Remove the control cable from the blend door

Fig. 13: Remove the cable retaining clips from the back of the control panel

Fig. 14: Detach the electrical connectors for the control panel, then remove the panel from the instrument panel

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Unfasten the retaining clips and remove the center trim panel.
  3. Remove the radio/tape and/or CD player assembly.
  4. Remove the control assembly as follows:
    1. Remove the retaining screw(s).
    2. Press the lever pin to disconnect the air outlet changeover damper cable.

      NOTE: The boss and clamp are needed for the assembly line during factory installation, however they are not necessary for service procedures.

    3. Snap the boss and clamp with a pair of nippers, to remove the heater control assembly from the vehicle.

      To install:

  5. Install the control panel, as follows:
    1. Set the temperature control knob on the panel to MAX HOT.
    2. Set the air mix damper lever at the upper part of the heater unit to the MAX HOT position, then attach the cable to the lever pin.
    3. Push the outer cable in the direction of the arrow so that there is no looseness, then secure with the clip.
    4. Set the knob for the air outlet changeover on the control to the DEF position.
    5. Set the air outlet changeover damper lever of the heater unit to the DEF position, then attach the cable to the lever pin.
    6. Push the outer cable in the direction of the arrow so there is no looseness, then secure it with the clip.
    7. Set the lever for the inside/outside air changeover on the heater control assembly to the air recirculation position.
    8. Set the inside/outside air changeover damper lever of the blower unit to the air recirculation position (with the inside/outside air changeover damper lever touched to the stopper of the blower case), then attach the cable to the lever pin.
    9. Push the outer cable in the direction of the arrow so that there is no looseness, then secure it with the clip.
    10. Properly position the control assembly and secure with the retaining screw(s).
  6. Install the stopper.
  7. Connect the negative battery cable and check the climate control system for proper operation before installing the remaining components.
  8. Install the radio/tape and/or CD player assembly.
  9. Install the center trim panel, making sure the clips are engaged properly.
  10. Connect the negative battery cable.

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