2026-09-29

Air Vent - Instrument Panel - Driver (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1405030301 FRT 2.04 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-08-25: Removed steps to remove and install the float wing assembly.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Air Vent - Instrument Panel - Driver (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Screws (x5) that attach the LH air vent to the instrument panel upper assembly
0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
  • Torx T20 bit
  • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
 Reuse

Remove

  1. Remove the instrument panel upper carrier assembly from the vehicle. See Assembly - Instrument Panel - Upper (Remove and Install).
    Note
    Do not separate the components from the upper carrier assembly. Just remove the assembly from the vehicle.
    Note
    During removal, certain steps require extra care. See the animation(s) for detailed guidance.
  2. Disconnect the LH air duct height adjustment actuator connector.
  3. Disconnect the LH air duct horizontal adjustment actuator connector.
  4. Remove the screws (x5) that attach the LH air vent to the instrument panel upper assembly.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
  5. Remove the LH air vent from the instrument panel upper assembly.
    Note
    Pay attention to the datums (x4).

Install

  1. Align the slots (x4) on the LH air vent to the datums on the instrument panel upper assembly.
  2. Install the screws (x5) that attach the LH air vent to the instrument panel upper assembly.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • Digital Torque Screwdriver 0.10Nm - 2.0Nm
  3. Connect the LH air duct horizontal adjustment actuator connector.
  4. Connect the LH air duct height adjustment actuator connector.
  5. Install the instrument panel upper carrier to the vehicle. See Assembly - Instrument Panel - Upper (Remove and Install).