Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Passenger Compartment Forced Air Extraction, Removing And Installing
One vent frame -A- is installed in the body vent opening -C- on the left and the right for the forced air extraction.
The forced air extraction vent frames -A- are removed and installing from the outside (with the bumper cover removed).
There are different versions of the vent frame for the forced air extraction -A- on vehicles with and without noise insulation -D-. Installing the noise insulation -D- depends on the version of the vehicle. Refer to the Parts Information..
-- Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to REAR BUMPER COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
The ventilation frames -A- can only be installed in one position to ensure the sealing lips -B- close correctly.
In this illustration, ventilation frame -A- is depicted with rear bumper cover removed.
When installing, vent frame -A- should be pressed into opening on the rear lid end piece until all retaining tabs engage securely.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.