Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual Automatic Type · Repair Instructions

Temperature Control Actuator Removal and Installation

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Removal
1)Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2)For LHD model, remove the following parts.
a)Remove driver side instrument panel undercover (1).
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b)Remove steering column hole cover. icon 
c)Remove knee air bag (inflator) module (if equipped). icon 
d)Remove driver side foot duct (1) from HVAC unit by removing screw (2).
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3)For RHD model, remove the following parts.
a)Remove glove box.
b)Remove passenger side instrument panel undercover (1).
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c)Remove passenger side foot duct (1) from HVAC unit by removing screw (2).
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4)Disconnect temperature control actuator connector (1).
5)Remove temperature control actuator (2) from HVAC unit by removing screws (3).
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Installation
Reverse removal procedure noting the following points.
•Check that gear (1) on temperature control actuator engages in pinion (2).
•Check that protrusion (3) on HVAC unit fits into hole (4) on temperature control actuator.
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