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Mode Valve Actuator Replacement

Special Tool Wipers and Washers J-39822 Wiper Arm Puller Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools Removal Procedure

Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 1
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 1
  1. Instrument Panel Carrier (1) » Remove — Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 2
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 2
  1. Data Link Connector Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
  2. Data Link Connector (2) » Reposition away
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 3
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 3
  1. Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module Bolt (1) » Remove
  2. Use a suitable tool to push the tab (2) down.
  3. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (3) » Remove
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 4
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 4
  1. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) » Remove
  2. Use a suitable tool to push the tab (2) down.
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 5
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 5
  1. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) @ Floor Panel Tunnel Panel » Remove [2x]
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 6
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 6
  1. Body Hinge Pillar Outer Panel Hole Plug (1) » Remove [2x]
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 7
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 7
  1. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) @ Front Side Door » Remove [2x]
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 8
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 8
  1. Body Hinge Pillar Outer Panel Hole Plug (1) » Remove [2x]
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 9
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 9
  1. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) @ Front Side Door » Remove [2x]
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 10
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 10
  1. Using the appropriate trim tool, remove the 2 windshield wiper arm finish caps (1) from both windshield wiper arms (3).
  2. Windshield Wiper Arm Nut (2) » Remove [2x]
  3. Use the J-39822 Wiper Arm Puller to remove the windshield wiper arms (3) from the left and right side windshield wiper transmission pivot shaft.
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 11
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 11
  1. Apply two layers of masking tape to the painted surface around the top edge of the air inlet grille panel extensions (1) to prevent paint damage.
  1. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, carefully release the air inlet grille panel extension clips.
  2. Air Inlet Grille Panel Extension (1) » Remove [2x]
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 12
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 12
  1. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal Retainer (1) » Remove [2x]
  2. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal (2) » Remove [2x]
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 13
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 13
  1. Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) » Remove [8x]
  2. Windshield Washer Nozzle Hose » Disconnect [3x]
  3. Lift the front edge of the air inlet grille panel (2) and slide the panel forward from both hood hinges to remove.
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 14
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 14
  1. Windshield Wiper System Module Shield (1) » Remove
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 15
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 15
  1. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) @ Plenum Lower Panel » Remove [2x]
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 16
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 16
  1. Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module Bolt (1) @ Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module » Remove [5x]
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 17
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 17
  1. Disconnect the wiring harness and retainers from the instrument panel tie bar assembly (1) as necessary.
  2. Instrument Panel Tie Bar (1) » Remove
  3. Support the heater and air conditioning evaporator and blower module in order to prevent damage.
  4. With the aid of an assistant, remove the instrument panel tie bar assembly from the vehicle. (1)
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 18
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 18
  1. Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]

  2. Mode Valve Actuator (2) » Remove

  3. Disconnect the electrical connector. Installation Procedure

  4. Mode Valve Actuator (2) » Install

  1. Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  2. Connect the electrical connector.

  3. With the aid of an assistant, position the instrument panel tie bar assembly into the vehicle.

  4. Instrument Panel Tie Bar (1) » Install

  5. Attach the wiring harness and connect the electrical connectors as necessary.

  6. Remove the support from the heater and air conditioning evaporator and blower module.

  1. Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module Bolt (1) @ Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module » Install and tighten [5x] — Fastener Specifications

  2. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) @ Plenum Lower Panel » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  3. Windshield Wiper System Module Shield (1) » Install

  4. Air Inlet Grille Panel (2) » Install

  5. Windshield Washer Nozzle Hose » Connect [3x]

  6. Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) » Install [8x]

  7. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal (2) » Install [2x]

  8. Hood Rear Outer Air Inlet Seal Retainer (1) » Install [2x]

  1. Air Inlet Grille Panel Extension (1) » Install [2x]
  2. Remove the double layer of masking tape around the perimeter of the painted surfaces.
  3. Using a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and clean drinkable water with a clean towel, remove any left over adhesive residue from the masking tape.
  1. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) @ Front Side Door » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications
  1. Body Hinge Pillar Outer Panel Hole Plug (1) » Install [2x]
  1. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) @ Front Side Door » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications
  1. Body Hinge Pillar Outer Panel Hole Plug (1) » Install [2x]

  2. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) @ Floor Panel Tunnel Panel (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  3. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  4. Use a suitable tool to push the tab (2) in the up position.

  5. Heater and Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module Bolt (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  6. Use a suitable tool to push the tab (2) in the up position.

  7. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Bolt (3) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  8. Data Link Connector (2) » Install

  9. Data Link Connector Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  10. Instrument Panel Carrier (1) » Install — Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement

  11. Clean the left and right side windshield wiper transmission pivot shaft splines with a soft wire brush before installing the windshield wiper arm.

Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 19
Mode Valve Actuator Replacement — figure 19
  1. Align the windshield wipers to their respective alignment circles (1)  on the windshield.

  2. Windshield Wiper Arm (3) » Install [2x]

  3. Windshield Wiper Arm Nut (2) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  4. Lubricate the windshield with clean washer fluid.

  5. Run the windshield wipers for two complete cycles then turn off the windshield wipers.

  6. Ensure the windshield wipers are in the full park position.

  7. If alignment is required, remove the windshield wiper arms and repeat steps 33 through 39 to achieve the proper windshield wiper (3) alignment.

  8. Windshield Wiper Arm Finish Cap (1) » Install [2x]