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.
Heater Control Assembly On-Vehicle Inspection: Installation
- INSTALL HEATER CONTROL ASSEMBLY
- Install the heater control assembly temporarily.
- Pass the heater control cables as shown in the illustration.
- Fit the 2 claws of heater control assembly in the instrument panel hole.
- CONNECT HEATER CONTROL CABLES
- Set air inlet selector to "RECIRC" position.
- Set temperature control selector to "MAX. COOL" position.
- Set mode selector to "FACE" position.
- Standard heater models only:
Adjust air inlet control cable.
Set air inlet damper control lever to "RECIRC" position and connect the inner cable to lever pin and clamp the outer cable.
NOTE: Lock the clamp while lightly pulling the outer cable to the direction shown by arrow in the illustration.
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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.
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