Boxster (986) F6-2.7L (2000)
Housing Assembly HVAC: Service and Repair
Installing and removing the heating/air-conditioning unit
Removal
1. Remove the covers over the heating/air-conditioning system, battery and fluid tank. Disconnect and remove the battery.
2. Remove refrigerant by suction using the service unit.
3. Detach the air-conditioning lines at the expansion valve. Close the connections and lines with plugs immediately so that they are air-tight.
4. Remove the steering wheel and loosen the steering column panel. Observe the safety regulations for handling airbag units.
5. Undo the central screw (clamp) on the steering column switch from below and pull it forwards slightly. Remove the cover at the top and
disconnect the electrical plug connections. Remove the steering column switch.
6. Detach the instrument panel and unclip the right side upwards. Disconnect the electrical plug connections.
7. Remove the steering column cover (4 screws).