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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the instrument panel compartment. Refer to COMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Remove the right instrument panel insulator. Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - RIGHT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  3. Disconnect the vacuum line from the recirculation actuator.
  4. Lift the retaining tab in order to release the recirculation actuator and slide the actuator off of the mounting bracket.
    Fig 1: Removing Recirculation Actuator
    G01569021Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the vacuum actuator plunger rod from the recirculation lever.
  6. Remove the recirculation actuator.
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