Frelander 2. Manual — part 569

17. NOTE: LHD illustration shown, RHD is similar.

Release the instrument panel wiring harness.

17.

18.

Remove both of the center, lower ducts from the heater
housing.

19.

20.

Disconnect the drain tube from the heater housing.

21.

Disconnect the steering column lower shaft from the
steering column.

22.

Disconnect the ECM electrical connectors.

23.

Remove the ECM bracket assembly.

24.

Disconnect the A/C pipes from the TXV.

25.

Clamp the hoses to minimize coolant loss.
Rotate the outer ring counter-clockwise and
disconnect the hose.

26.

27.

Remove the windshield defroster outer finishers.

28.

Remove the A-pillar bolt covers.
Protect the surrounding bodywork and remove
the 2 side fixing bolts.
Remove the 10 bolts.
Remove the 2 screws.
Install protective covers to interior trim.
W ith assistance, remove the instrument panel.

29.

Installation

Install and tighten the M8 bolts.

Torque: 24 Nm
Install and tighten the M12 bolts.

Torque: 40 Nm
Install the 2 screws.
Remove protective tape and covers.
Install the bolt covers.

1.

Install the windshield defroster outer finishers.

2.

Install the heater housing bolt.

3.

Install the heater core inlet and outlet hoses.

4.