Air Temperature Sensor - Upper Right

AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR REPLACEMENT - UPPER RIGHT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Pull outward to disengage the retainers of the instrument panel (I/P) outer trim covers.
2. Remove the left I/P accessory trim plate.
3. Remove the right I/P accessory trim plate.
4. Remove the left I/P trim panel.
5. In order to access the duct screws, remove the upper fasteners retaining the lower I/P trim.

IMPORTANT: It is not necessary to completely remove the lower I/P trim.




6. Pull the I/P trim off the studs and lower the trim out of the way.




7. Remove the 2 screws (1) at the center of the air distributor duct.




8. Remove the screw at the outboard side of the air distributor duct and pull the duct off the stud.




9. Remove the right air temperature sensor from the air distributor duct by turning counterclockwise 1/4 turn.
10. Disconnect the air temperature sensor electrical connector.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Connect the air temperature sensor electrical connector to the sensor.
2. Install the right air temperature sensor into the air distributor duct and turn the sensor clockwise 1/4 turn.




3. Install the air distributor duct to the stud and install the outboard screw.

Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (17 lb in).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




4. Install the air distributor duct center screws (1).

Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (17 lb in).




5. Align the lower I/P trim to the studs and install the fasteners.

Tighten the fasteners to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

6. Install the left I/P trim panel.
7. Install the right I/P accessory trim plate.
8. Install the left I/P accessory trim plate.




9. Install the outer I/P trim covers.