RAM 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1998)
Air Door Cable: Service and Repair
The temperature control cable self-adjuster clip can be accessed and repositioned on the cable core without removal of the temperature control cable
from the heater-A/C housing by reaching through the glove box opening as described in the Removal procedures that follow. Reposition the self-adjuster
clip as shown in, then see Temperature Control Cable in the Adjustments for the procedures to complete the cable adjustment.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, REFER TO AIR BAGS AND SEAT BELTS/AIR BAGS BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE.
FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE
PERSONAL INJURY.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the glove box from the instrument panel. Refer to Body and Frame/Glove Compartment Replacement for the procedures.
3. Disconnect the temperature control cable from the heater-A/C control. See Heater-A/C Control in the Replacement for the procedures.
Temperature Control Cable Remove/Install
4. Reach through the instrument panel glove box opening to disconnect the temperature control cable housing flag retainer from the receptacle on the
top of the heater-A/C housing.
5. Pull the temperature control cable core self-adjuster clip off of the pin on the end of the blend-air door lever.
6. Remove the temperature control cable from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Temperature Control Cable Self-Adjuster Clip
Before installing the temperature control cable, be certain that the self-adjuster clip is properly positioned. This measurement is made between the
