Patriot 2WD L4-2.4L (2009)
4. Carefully install the heater core (6) into the left side of the air distribution housing (5).
5. On RHD models, install the air distribution housing onto the HVAC housing (9) See: HVAC Housing - Installation.
6. Install the retaining bracket (4) and screw (3) that secure the heater core tubes (8). Tighten the screw to 1.2 Nm (10 in. lbs.)
7. Install the flange (2) that secures the heater core tubes to the front of the HVAC housing.
8. Install the screw (10) that secures the flange to the HVAC housing. Tighten the screw to 1.2 Nm (10 in. lbs.).
NOTE: If the foam seal for the flange is deformed or damaged, it must be replaced.
9. Install the foam seal (1) onto the flange.
10. Install all of the floor distribution ducts onto the air distribution housing See: Air Duct/Service and Repair/Floor Distribution Duct - Installation.
NOTE: If the heater core is being replaced, flush the cooling system See: Engine, Cooling and Exhaust/Cooling System/Service and Repair .
11. Install the HVAC housing assembly See: HVAC Housing - Installation.
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.
