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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1989COUGAR/XR7 V6-232 3.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGRELAYS AND MODULES - HVACCONTROL MODULE HVACSERVICE AND REPAIR
1989 Mercury Cougar/XR7 V6-232 3.8L
Control Module HVAC: Service and Repair
1989 Mercury Cougar/XR7 V6-232 3.8LSECTION Service and Repair
Fig. 10 Control panel removal:
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Position removal tool T87P-19061 into retaining clip access holes, Fig. 10, then disengage clips by applying pressure away from control panel.
Fig. 11 Control panel assembly:
3. Pull control assembly away from instrument panel, then disconnect electrical connectors, vacuum harness and temperature control cable from the assembly, Fig. 11.
4. Remove control assembly from instrument panel.
5. Reverse procedure to install.
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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.