Axiom 2WD V6-3.5L (2002)
Cabin Ventilation Duct: Service and Repair
Rear Heater Duct, Defroster Nozzle and Ventilation Duct
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove instrument panel assembly.
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Refer to Instrument Panel Assembly in Body and Accessories section.
3. Remove center ventilation duct and side defroster duct.
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Remove 5 screws.
4. Remove instrument panel brackets w/suspension control unit.
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Refer to Cross Beam Assembly in Body and Accessories section.
5. Remove cross beam assembly.
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Refer to Cross Beam Assembly in Body and Accessories section.
6. Remove ventilation lower duct.
7. Remove rear heater duct.
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Remove foot rest carpet and 3 clips.
8. Remove defroster nozzle.
Installation
To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order, noting the following point:
1. Connect each duct and nozzle securely leaving no clearance between them and making no improper matching.