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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the SIR bracket. Refer to BRACKET REPLACEMENT - SIR in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Disconnect the vacuum harness connector from the recirculation actuator.
  3. Lift to release the recirculation actuator retaining tab and begin to slide the recirculation actuator toward the outside of the vehicle.
  4. Rotate the recirculation door lever fully forward/clockwise, to extend the actuator plunger.
    Fig 1: Extending Actuator Plunger
    G01418967Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Disconnect the recirculation actuator from the recirculation door lever and remove the vacuum actuator.
  6. Release the recirculation door lever.
    Fig 2: Removing Recirculation Actuator
    G01418968Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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