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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2001 🢒 Grand Prix 🢒 HVAC 🢒 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning 🢒 Recirculation Door Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the HVAC module. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement .
  2. Remove the recirculation actuator. Refer to Recirculation Actuator Replacement in HVAC Systems - Manual.

    3. Object Number: 606987 Size: SH
  3. Remove the recirculation housing retaining screws (1).
  4. Remove the recirculation housing (2) from the HVAC module.

    5. Object Number: 606989 Size: SH
  5. Remove the recirculation door (1) from the recirculation housing (2).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 606989 Size: SH
  1. Install the recirculation door (1) into the recirculation housing (2).

    2. Object Number: 606987 Size: SH
  2. Align the retaining tabs and install the recirculation housing  (2) to the HVAC module.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the recirculation housing screws.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the recirculation housing screws to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).

  4. Install the recirculation actuator. Refer to Recirculation Actuator Replacement in HVAC Systems - Manual.
  5. Install the HVAC module. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement .