Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement (Primary) .
  2. Recover the refrigerant from the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging .
  3. Disconnect the low pressure sensor electrical connector.
  4. Disconnect the blower motor electrical connector.
  5. Disconnect the blower motor resistor assembly electrical connector.
  6. Fig 1: View Of A/C System Components
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  7. Remove the evaporator outlet hose retaining nuts (4, 5).
  8. Fig 2: View Of A/C System Evaporator And Components
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  9. Remove the retaining nut (3) from the evaporator inlet tube (5).
  10. Remove the evaporator inlet tube from the evaporator and position aside.
  11. Remove the sealing washers.
  12. Fig 3: View Of evaporator and blower module assembly cover
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  13. Remove the fourteen screws (1) from the evaporator and blower module assembly case.
  14. Reposition the accumulator aside.
  15. Remove the evaporator and blower module assembly front cover (2) from the evaporator case (3).
  16. Fig 4: View Of recirculation door actuator
    GM1874385Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Grasp recirculation door seal and open (1) to gain access to actuator mounting.
  18. Release actuator mounting tab (2) and slide rearward.
  19. Rotate actuator 90Β° clockwise (rearward) to release door linkage (3).
  20. Remove actuator vacuum line (4).
  21. Remove recirculation actuator (5).
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.