GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Corvette 🢒 HVAC 🢒 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning 🢒 Recirculation Door Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the IP trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  2. Remove the SIR bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  3. Disconnect the recirculation actuator vacuum hose.
  4. Remove the recirculation housing screws.
  5. Tilt the recirculation housing away from the HVAC module and lift housing from the tab slots in the module case.
  6. Remove the recirculation actuator.
  7. Remove the recirculation door from the recirculation housing.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the recirculation door into the recirculation housing.
  2. Install the recirculation actuator.
  3. Install the recirculation housing to the HVAC module.

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the recirculation housing screws.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.6 N·m (14 lb in).

  5. Connect the recirculation actuator vacuum hose.
  6. Install the SIR bracket. Refer to Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
  7. Install the IP trim pad. Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.