Sebring Sedan V6-3.5L (2009)
8. Remove the two metal retaining clips (3) that secure the bottom of air distribution housing (2) to the HVAC housing (4).
9. Remove the seven screws (1) that secure the air distribution housing to the rear of the HVAC housing.
10. Remove the air distribution housing from the rear of the HVAC housing.
11. If required, disassemble the air distribution housing See: Overhaul/Disassembly.
Air Inlet Housing Removal
HOUSING-AIR INLET
WARNING: Disable the airbag system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column or instrument panel component diagnosis or
service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to
discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the airbag system. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.
WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before performing the following operation See: Service
Precautions/Warning and See: Service Precautions/Caution . Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or
fatal injury.
NOTE: The air inlet housing must be removed from HVAC housing and disassembled for service of the recirculation-air door.
NOTE: LHD model shown. RHD model similar.
1. Remove the HVAC housing assembly and place it on a workbench See: HVAC Housing - Removal.
2. If equipped, remove the particulate air filter See: Cabin Air Filter/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Particulate Air Filter - Removal.
3. Remove the four screws (1) that secure the air inlet housing (2) to the top of the HVAC housing (3).
4. Disengage the two plastic retaining tabs (4) that secure the air inlet housing to the HVAC housing and remove the inlet housing from the HVAC
housing.
5. If required, disassemble the air inlet housing See: Overhaul/Disassembly.
Air Inlet Housing Installation
HOUSING-AIR INLET
NOTE: LHD model shown. RHD model similar.
