2011 Volvo XC90 R-Design, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Location Of The Components In The Climate Control System

Fig 1: Locating Climate Control System Components
GLL146626Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION
  1. Heat exchanger
  2. Damper motor, temperature, left
  3. Blower fan
  4. Damper motor, fresh air intake and recirculation damper
  5. Power unit for blower fan motor
  6. Particle filter or multi-filter
  7. Damper motor, ventilation and floor (also defroster for MCC)
  8. Damper motor, temperature, right
  9. Damper motor, defroster (only ECC)
  10. Air quality sensor (AQS)
  11. Evaporator temperature sensor.
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