Recirculation Control Motor Replacement

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Remove the glove box (see GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Disconnect the wire harness connectors.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Wire Harness Connectors
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Disconnect the 7P connector (A) from the recirculation control motor (B). Remove the self-tapping screws and the recirculation control motor from the blower unit.

Fig 2: Removing Self-Tapping Screws And Recirculation Control Motor From Blower Unit
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Install the motor in the reverse order of removal. Make sure the pin on the motor is properly engaged with the linkage. After installation, make sure the motor runs smoothly.