Commander 4WD V6-3.7L VIN K (2007)
5. Install the HVAC housing assembly.
Front HVAC Housing Removal
HOUSING-HVAC ASSEMBLY
WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before performing the following operation. Failure to follow the
warnings and cautions could result in possible personal injury or death.
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 take the proper precautions could
result in accidental airbag deployment and possible personal injury or death.
NOTE: The HVAC housing assembly must be removed from the vehicle and disassembled for service of the air inlet housing, air distribution housing
and the A/C evaporator.
NOTE: Take the proper precautions to protect the front face of the instrument panel from cosmetic damage while performing this procedure.
NOTE: LHD model shown in illustrations. RHD model similar.
1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system.
3. Drain the engine cooling system.
4. Remove the front floor console.
5. Remove the instrument panel.
6. Disengage the push-pin retainer (1) that secures the front console duct (2) to the gear selector (3).
7. Disconnect the front console duct from the air distribution housing (4) and remove the console duct.
8. Remove the screws (5) that secure the gear selector to the floor panel (6) and position the gear selector out of the way.
