Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Recirculation Actuator & Vacuum Harness Connector

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Remove the SIR bracket. Refer to Bracket Replacement - SIR in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
Disconnect the vacuum harness connector from the recirculation actuator.
Lift to release the recirculation actuator retaining tab and begin to slide the recirculation actuator toward the outside of the vehicle.
Rotate the recirculation door lever fully forward/clockwise, to extend the actuator plunger.

Fig 2: Vacuum Actuator & Recirculation Actuator

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Disconnect the recirculation actuator from the recirculation door lever and remove the vacuum actuator.
Release the recirculation door lever.