Patriot 2WD L4-2.4L (2009)
NOTE: Illustration shown with heater core and tubes removed from view for clarity.
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 Distribution Housing Installation
HOUSING-AIR DISTRIBUTION
NOTE: LHD model with A/C shown in illustrations. RHD and heater-only models similar.
NOTE: Illustration shown with heater core and tubes removed from view for clarity.
1. Position the air distribution housing (2) onto the rear of the HVAC housing (4).
2. Install the two metal retaining clips (3) that secure the bottom of the air distribution housing to the HVAC housing.
3. Install the seven screws (1) that secure the air distribution housing to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screws to 1.2 Nm (10 in. lbs.).
