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SMU - Revised Air Outlet Replacement - Instrument Panel-Right

Subject:Revised Air Outlet Replacement - Instrument Panel-Right

Models:1999-2004 Chevrolet Alero (Export)
1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero



This bulletin is being issued to revise the Air Outlet Replacement - Instrument Panel-Right procedure in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning sub-section of the Service Manual. Please replace the current information in the Service Manual with the following information.

The following information has been updated within SI. If you are using a paper version of this Service Manual, please make a reference to this bulletin on the affected page.

Air Outlet Replacement - Instrument Panel-Right (Oldsmobile)

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 814958  Size: SH
  1. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  2. Reach through the compartment opening to release the 2 lower retaining clips (1) by pushing upwards.
  3. Remove the I/P outer air outlet.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 814958  Size: SH
  1. Align the outlet to the opening in the I/P.
  2. Seat the lower clips (1) first and press the outlet into place.
  3. Install the I/P compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.