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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2008TRIBUTE S SPORT, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 68 (CONTROL SYSTEM (HVAC - HYBRID])CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD
Climate Control Module Removal/Installation
2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Climate Control Module Removal/Installation
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CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE REFERENCE
| 1 | Climate control module screws (4 required) |
| 2 | Climate control module |
NOTE:
When installing a new HVAC module on vehicles equipped with Electronic Manual Temperature Control (EMTC), the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) procedure must be carried out to configure the new module to the vehicle. See PROGRAMMABLE MODULE INSTALLATION (PMI)
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- Remove the middle center instrument panel finish panel. See INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER FINISH PANEL - MIDDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Remove the 4 climate control module screws.
- Remove the climate control module.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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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.